MERCEDES-BENZ, The modern SL, The R107 and C107: From the 350SL/SLC to the 560SL and 500SL Rally
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The 560SL is the Mercedes-Benz R107, everybody seems to want. But the R107 is more than that, an early 450SL or even a manual 350SL can be as much fun to drive. The same is true for the SLC, where a 350SLC or even the underpowered US 380SLC can be enjoyed as much as the 500SLC. Last updated in April 2023, this guide tells you everything you need to know about the R107, its history and its various engines from the 350SL/SLC to the 560SL 6.0 AMG. It also explains in detail their chassis number and data card and offers you a comprehensive buyer’s guide. Superb recent non-Daimler AG color photography highlights many of the cars’ features, this includes pictures of the suspension. These are some of the topics covered:The development of the R107 and C107 from the 350SL to the 560SL and 500SLCA rotary piston engineThe 1980 faceliftThe 1981 engine updateThe 1985 faceliftThe tuning scene from AMG and Brabus to Lorinser and Koenig SpecialThe forgotten 500SL RallyThe chassis number explainedThe data card explainedR107 buyer’s guideWhich R107 should I buyTechnical specifications, acceleration, and torque curves as well as production figuresThis guide ends with a free e-book offer. Enjoy!
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Mercedes-Benz SL R107, 1971–1985
The SL R107 took the chassis components of the W114 and mated them to the M116 and M117 V8 engines, here is a look at part of the rear suspension
The R107 established a new design line at Mercedes-Benz with the wide-band H4 headlights and the large fluted taillights
The 350SL was the only V8 SL with a standard manual transmission, here is a look at its engine from below
Mercedes-Benz SL R107, 1971–1985
Due to US regulations the SL R107 for the North American market sported four round low-output sealed beam headlights
North America was the key market for this Mercedes SL, around two thirds of R107 production was sold there, here is a look at the front suspension
From 1974, the front and rear bumpers were lengthened by 8 inches (203 mm) on each end, to comply with new US regulations
Mercedes-Benz SL R107, 1985–1989
September 1985 saw the last revision of the R107. The 280SL changed to the 300SL, the 380SL was replaced by the 420SL
Those models were never introduced in the US. Here is another look at part of the rear suspension
Fabric seats were still standard equipment in most European markets
Mercedes-Benz SL R107, 1985–1989
From 1986 the more powerful and highly popular 560SL became available in the US, Australia and Japan.
Of all the R107 SL models, the 560SL is today the most popular and thought-after version. Here is a look at its engine from below
The R107 was the first SL tuned by AMG, here a 560SL with 6.0-liter engine. Just three such cars were produced by AMG, one for Michael Schumacher
Mercedes-Benz SLC C107, 1971–1981
The SLC C107 is the four-seat variation with a fixed roof. It replaced the W111 Coupé in 1971, but was never seen by the public as a true successor
It was the first and only time Mercedes-Benz based their S-class coupe on a stretched 2-seat SL roadster platform
In 1981 it was replaced by the C126 S-class coupé. Over the last couple of years, the SLC has gained more popularity due to its low production volume
ASIN : B09244VQM7
Publisher : Independently published (April 10, 2021)
Language : English
Hardcover : 211 pages
ISBN-13 : 979-8735632702
Item Weight : 1.34 pounds
Dimensions : 8.25 x 0.69 x 11 inches
