A pillarless classic in the brilliant Almandine with Mushroom Leather upholstery combination. Smooth 6 cylinder 3 litre 24 valve engine, Max speed 145mph Uprated with Sportline package which included wider wheels (7" rather than 6.5") which have been changed for aftermarket 7” alloys and lower profile tyres (205/65 x 15 rather than 195/65 x 15), quick ratio steering and a smaller diameter steering wheel, "Sportline" badges on the front wing moldings and boot, a slightly lowered ride height and a specially tuned suspension including shorter, stiffer springs, struts, anti-roll bars, and bushings. , four speed switchable autobox same as in my 320SL, straight trhu rear pipe, Lorinser spoiler. Standard features include: ABS, electric memory driver's seat, the electric seat belt offering device works for passenger only, electric sunroof, electric windows, electric heated passenger door mirror, walnut dash/console inserts, front & rear centre armrests, folding rear headrests, headlight wash/wipe, multi-point central locking. Mileage is just over 159k (17k since 2007) with 16 service stamps, Mots back to 2007, two keys and £600 of receipts and £250 spent on new rear discs and pads, new fan belt and oil at Mot on Monday 8th Feb 2016. Advisories are slightly worn susp bushes, some corrosion now sealed and the fuel pipe has slight damage. There are a couple of minor scratches to the lower panels, minor rust on boot and usual on front wing see pics, drivers seat will need a little leather dye Drives beautifully, one of six that I am moving from my collection. It’s been in storage (with regular use on private road) since June 2014 and my collection is moving to older Mercedes. It’s a smart drive as is with minor detailing or a rolling restoration. Either way it’s the rare Sportline.
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