1983 Mercedes-Benz 280 SL 2.8

Price: £29,950.

AskCar lists 55 used Mercedes-Benz 280 SL from 28 UK dealerships, as of 10 November 2026.

Overview

  • Make: Mercedes-Benz
  • Model: 280 SL
  • Version: 2.8 Auto RWD 2dr
  • Year: 1983
  • Mileage: 78,372 miles
  • Fuel: Petrol
  • Body: Convertible, 2 doors, 2 seats
  • Engine: 2.8 litres
  • Gearbox: Automatic
  • Drive: Rear-wheel drive
  • Colour: White

About this car

This 1983 Mercedes-Benz 280 SL has covered 78,372 miles. The asking price is now £5,000 lower than when we first recorded the advert 104 days ago. According to the government's MOT record, its advertised mileage is consistent with the latest test. It is advertised by Autostorico Partners in Watlington. How to contact the dealer and its opening hours are on this AskCar page.

Stock data as of 10 November 2026.

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Time on sale

This 1983 Mercedes-Benz 280 SL has been on sale for at least 104 days.

Price history

AskCar first saw this advert on 29 July 2026 at £34,950. Its asking price is now £29,950, £5,000 less. The latest price cut was seen on 5 August 2026.

Price changes recorded:

  • 29 July 2026: £34,950
  • 5 August 2026: £29,950

Mileage and MOT

It has had 12 MOTs. The latest, on 13 March 2017, passed.

There were no advisories at the latest test.

Mileage at that test: 62,041 miles, which matches the advertised 78,372 miles.

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