I am looking at a 1974 450 SL. I know of the frame recall, (dont know yet if this one needs it). I there anything that you guys can tell me about what to look for in this model year. I would also like your general impressions of this model.
Thanks all.
- blower box (under plastic compartment)
- Under battery
- around headlights
- trunk pans
- trunk front right corners
- jock holes, especially fronts
- under the chrome wheel arches?
And don't forget:
- soft top condition
- all the rubber under the car (steering, mounts, tierods, etc)
Of course the buyers guide and EGv107 are the best resources.
Yes, at $2999, who would care, but they want ......$9000 and it needs a new soft top. 91,000 miles.
I am sure I can talk them down, but what would be reasonable.
I paid $5300 for my 74 450 SL last year, and it's in excellent condition, and is a rust-free CA car as well. Hard to imagine paying $9k for one these days.
I took it for a drive and decided against it. Drives good, stops good, good tires, but very cracked dash, cloth top needs replacing, carpet is worn and faded. Plus other things that should have routinely been taken care of.
I dont want to pay that price and then have to put more money and time in it. All cars need some work, but not this much at this price.
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