Introduced in 1971, the Mercedes-Benz 450 SL replaced its previous two-seater personal luxury car, the 280 SL. Sporty but understated, the new Mercedes-Benz convertible quickly became the automobile to signal to society that you had arrived. Preferred by professional athletes and Hollywood celebrities, the car was featured prominently in television and movies of the era. Automotive enthusiasts and the motoring press were similarly impressed by the new car’s sleek lines, powerful V-8, competent handling, and solid durability. Mercedes-Benz had a bona fide success with the new SL, and it continued to be a favorite without substantive change for the next 18 years.

This superb 1980 Mercedes-Benz 450 SL has covered less than 6,000 miles from new. It is a virtual time capsule representing the final year of 450 SL production before EPA regulations forced Mercedes-Benz to reduce the size and power of its sublime V-8 engine for 1981. Lovingly cared for throughout its life, this SL strikes an elegant and refined image in Astral Silver with blue leather interior, straight grain wood trim, and blue soft top. Its matching hardtop accompanies the sale, making this classic Mercedes-Benz a comfortable road trip companion regardless of the season.

It is a rarity to find a surviving 450 SL in such exquisite condition and with so few miles, making this example a worthy consideration for any Mercedes-Benz enthusiast.