Mercedes-benz 450sl problems
The Mercedes-Benz R107 and C107 are sports cars which were produced by Mercedes-Benz from 1971 until 1989, being the second longest single series ever produced by the automaker after the G-Class. They were sold under the SL (R107) and SLC (C107) model names in a variety of names indicating the displacement of the engines.
The R107/SL was a two-seat convertible with a detachable roof. It replaced the W113 SL-Class in 1971 and was replaced by the R129 SL-Class in 1989.
The predecessor W113 was notably successful in North America, with 19,440 units (40%) of 48,912 total units sold in the US. The R107 and C107 were even more focused on the American market, with specialized engines, bumper designs, headlights, and emissions management designs. The R107 and C107 sold 204,373 units in the US (68%) of 300,175 total units sold (excluding grey market sales into the US).
During its production run, the SL was the only roadster offered by Mercedes-Benz. The C107/SLC was a four-seat car with a fixed roof and an optional sliding steel sunroof. It replaced the W111 Coupé in 1971 and was in turn replaced by the C126 S-class coupé in 1981.
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Common Mercedes-benz 450sl problems
Common problems reported by owners of the Mercedes-Benz 450SL include issues with rust, interior trim, seats, dash, and mechanical aspects. Rust is a significant concern, especially in cars from regions like Hong Kong where rust is prevalent. Dampness inside the car can indicate serious rust in the body. Interior trim splitting, seats collapsing, and dashboard cracking are common interior issues. Mechanically, the V8 engine is robust but can be fuel-consuming. When cold, the car may exhibit sluggishness and hesitation, potentially accompanied by backfiring sounds. These issues can improve once the car warms up. Regular maintenance and expert inspections are recommended to address these problems effectively.
Is the Mercedes-Benz 450SL a good car?
One of the best touring cars
It rides great and cruises better than any other car i have owned. Modern cars could learn a think or two on how to make a comfortable seat frome these old mercedes and everything still works. Its not the hotrod most people assume and its definatly not efficient, but it has style and class.
What is the best year for a 450SL?
There are many options when considering the sleek Mercedes 450SL. However, if you're looking for the best year for the Mercedes 450SL, we recommend purchasing the 1972 model. It offers the best design and decent reliability.
How much is a Mercedes 450SL worth?
TrueCar has 44 used Mercedes-Benz SL 450 models for sale nationwide, including a Mercedes-Benz SL 450. Prices for a used Mercedes-Benz SL 450 currently range from $32,995 to $69,994, with vehicle mileage ranging from 5,160 to 71,871.
Is the 1973 Mercedes 450SL a good car?
1973 Mercedes-Benz 450SL R107
It can fill the role as a weekender but is perfectly capable of being an everyday driver. Of the 50 or so cars I have owned this is the standout with reliability and usability incredible for a car of this age.
Percentage distribution of complaints by Mercedes-benz 450sl years
We have researched Mercedes-benz problems and analysed all the complaints filed against Mercedes-benz 450sl cars and compiled the top 1 most problematic Mercedes-benz 450sl model years:
Below you can see the percentage distribution of known problems by Mercedes-benz 450sl model years.
Distribution of the number of complaints by Mercedes-benz 450sl years
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Mercedes-benz 450sl car problems categorized by type of issue
After analysing all complaints related to Mercedes-benz 450sl , it was concluded that the most common issues with these cars are:
- Steering problems
The graph below shows statistics for all Mercedes-benz 450sl vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
The NHTSA has received 1 complaints about various vehicle components related to the Mercedes-benz 450sl . Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for Mercedes-benz 450sl vehicles.
List of Mercedes-benz 450sl complaints
Mercedes-benz 450sl 1974
- Date Of Incident: 2017-07-07
- Date Complaint: 2017-10-03
- VIN: 10704412016
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: AS THE SECOND, AND RELATIVELY NEW, OWNER OF A LOW MILEAGE VINTAGE MERCEDES, I HAVE BEEN INFORMED IN JUNE 2017 THAT THERE IS AN OPEN SAFETY RECALL FOR THIS MODEL DUE TO A DESIGN FLAW THAT CAUSES CRACKS IN THE SUBFRAME, LEADING TO A POTENTIAL "CATASTROPHIC FAILURE" OF THE STEERING SYSTEM. I HAVE TAKEN ALL THE STEPS RECOMMENDED, INCLUDING TAKING THE CAR FOR ASSESSMENT AT A MERCEDES DEALER IN JULY OF 2017 TO BE TOLD THAT THIS SPECIFIC CAR DOES HAVE A CRACKED SUBFRAME, YET MERCEDES BENZ US IS REFUSING TO HONOR THE OPEN RECALL CAMPAIGN, SAYING THAT NO PARTS ARE AVAILABLE AND THAT THERE IS NOTHING THEY CAN DO TO OFFER ASSISTANCE. THIS REFUSAL HAS LEFT ME BOTH UNABLE TO DRIVE THE CAR SAFELY, OR TO ETHICALLY SELL IT TO ANOTHER COLLECTOR DUE TO THE HIGH RISK INVOLVED, INCLUDING THE POTENTIAL FULL LOSS OF THE STEERING MECHANISM AS THE WHOLE SUBFRAME HAS BEEN KNOWN TO DROP OUT OF THESE CARS WHILE MOVING. MY UNDERSTANDING IS THAT THE RECALL WAS ISSUED IN DECEMBER OF 1985 WITH THE RECALL NUMBER OF 1985120001- 851211. ANY ASSISTANCE WOULD BE GREATLY APPRECIATED SINCE THE MANUFACTURE IS REFUSING TO SUPPLY A NEW SUBFRAME (AS THEY HAVE BEEN DOING AT AN EARLIER DATE FOR THE SAME MODEL), COVER THE COSTS OF A USED SUBFRAME, OR SUGGEST AN OTHER OPTIONS FOR REPAIR.
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