A usable example of Mercedes-Benz’s classic 2+2 roadster, which appears to remain highly original, accompanied by the removable hard top. Under the bonnet is a naturally aspirated 3.8-litre V8, delivering 150kW to the rear wheels through a four-speed automatic transmission. This 380 SL has recently been serviced and inspected in April 2023 by marque specialist Star Technic Auto. The odometer shows just 45,384 km from new. The reading has been checked and found to be genuine. The car is finished in Orient Red with a body-coloured hard top and black soft top. The cabin is trimmed in black leather and vinyl, with decorative wood veneer trims on the dashboard and centre console. It rides on a set of 14-inch 15-hole ‘Bundt’ alloy wheels, shod with Maxxis tyres. Equipment includes electric windows, air conditioning, large speakers in the door cards, optional rear seats, and dual sun visors. A modern Pioneer stereo head unit has been fitted. The rear seats pads now have non-matching striped fabric covers. Accompanying the sale is the workshop manual, various paperwork and invoices, toolkit, spare wheel, and two keys. Mercedes-Benz specialist Star Technic Auto was instructed to assess the odometer reading, so they removed the dashboard to inspect for any signs of alteration of replacement, and subsequently confirmed that the reading at the time of inspection (45,211 km) was correct. A thorough mechanical inspection was also carried out, further substantiating the reading, as shown in the photo gallery. Please refer to the photo gallery to assess exterior and interior condition. Specific notes from the seller include: fading paint on areas of the bodywork (the boot lid and roof in particular), various stone chips, one small section of rust, a small dent under the mudguard on the driver’s side, small cracks on the top of the dashboard, minor wear on the hard top lining, and shrinkage on the seats. The seller also reports that the interior wooden trim needs to be replaced, and the rear seat pads would benefit from being retrimmed. Although areas of the car have previously been resprayed, a new repaint would be advised to smarten up the exterior. The tyres are aged, so will require replacement. The air conditioning system is non-functional, the accelerator pedal functions but requires re-attaching to the floor, the hazard warning light works intermittently, and the rear muffler will soon need renewing. The car was last serviced in April 2023 by Mercedes-Benz specialist Star Technic Auto, who lubricated the linkages, flushed the braking system, aligned the wheels, adjusted the idle mixture, and greased the door hinges and latches. Technicians also replaced the engine oil, filters, air conditioning belt, alternator belt, and left inner tie rod end and drag link. They also assessed the bodywork and mechanics for originality, checked the odometer reading, and inspected the timing chain, before determining that the chain and tensioners had recently been replaced. This is an honestly presented and low-mileage example of Mercedes-Benz’s stylish grand tourer, finished in the lesser-seen hue of Orient Red and recently given an inspection and service in April 2023. While the new keeper may wish to attend to a few items to improve its condition, this 380 SL should prove to be a characterful fair-weather cruiser, and could be an ideal enhancement project for a dedicated marque enthusiast. The description of this auction lot is, to the best of the seller's knowledge, accurate and not misleading. Collecting Cars requests a range of detail about the lot from the seller, and performs a level of due diligence. However, bidders must satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of the description, and conduct any research they feel is necessary before committing to a bid. Please see our Terms and Conditions for full details. This vehicle’s VIN has been checked against the Australian Personal Property Securities Register, and there is no security interest or other registration kind logged against the serial number. This vehicle has been checked through the Austroads NEVDIS system, and there are no markers under the written-off or stolen databases.