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Old 10-17-2006, 05:10 PM
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Opinion - 1984 280SL auto 86k miles

I'd like an opinion on this. It's a nice car with low miles, gold over black (my least favorite exterior color, but my favorite interior color). I can get it for $4500 or so.

I haven't done any due diligence on rust, condition, ownership history, etc., but the car shows very well - body and paint is excellent, interior seems to be excellent.

Does the auto push the 280SL around enough?
Is it fun to drive?
What about putting a 5spd in it someday - worth it?

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Old 10-17-2006, 06:14 PM
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$4500??? Cheap!!!

As long as the due diligence turns out OK, I'd say, "Sure, why not?"

Drive it and tell us what YOU think...
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Old 10-17-2006, 07:16 PM
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only tough part about converting it to stick is finding a five speed.

with a euro 280 it will scoot along even with the slush box.

otherwise it is all bolt in.

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With no rust, it's a buy if it has a good soft top, no flat cam lobes, and no smoke.

The automatics are fun to drive if you keep the rev's up.

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