Mercedes-Benz 450SLC 5.0/500SLC Coupe
Overview
| Produced: |
1977-1981, 2769 produced. |
|---|---|
| Types: |
Coupe,2 doors,4 seats(Hardtop) |
Mercedes added two unusual long wheelbase sports Coupes to its SL range in 1972, the 350SLC and 450SLC. Both cars shared the same extended SL wheelbase which featured four seat accommodation and a fixed coupe roof. Behind the front door on each side was a 1/4 window which was partially covered by a louvered panel for extra privacy. In 1977 a larger 5.0 litre 450SLC was also available, later models were logically renamed 500SLC
The 450SLC 5.0 V8 developed 240bhp and was a direct descendant of the successful rally SLC campaigned by Mercedes throughout the 70's. Apart from the larger engine the 450SLC 5.0 (and 500SLC) used lighter alloy panels and featured discreet front and rear spoilers. Production of the 500SLC finished in 1981.
Engines
| Capacity | Config | Model | Bore/Stroke | CR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4990cc | V8 OHC | |||
| 4973cc | V8 OHC |
Performance
| Top Speed | 0-60 | SQM | MPG | Engine Pwr | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 136 mph | 9 s | 14 mpg | 450SLC |
Auction Sales History
Books
| ISBN | Title | Publisher | Buy this book |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1855200104 | Mercedes SL & SLC Gold Portfolio 1971-89 | Brooklands Books | |
| 1855201879 | Mercedes-Benz Road Test Book: Mercedes S Class 19672-79 | Brooklands Books |
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Magazine Articles
| Title | Pages | Options | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Article |
Classic Cars August 2001 pg 92 |
92 |
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| Publication | Classic Cars August 2001 | |||
| Ten great cars to buy before they all disappear. From Toyota MR2 to Vauxhall Carlton 3000GSi, these great cars all deserve to be saved before rust, MoT failures and boy racers wipe then out forever. | ||||
| Article |
Think Tanks |
134 |
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| Publication | Classic & Sports Car October 2004 | |||
| Think Tanks - Subtle, and great value; but which of these accomplished Merc Coupés - SLC, SEC or S - would James Elliott choose? | ||||
| Article |
Power Corrupts - Jaguar v Mercedes v Porsche |
30 |
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| Publication | Classics Spring 2004 | |||
| Power Corrupts - Jaguar v Mercedes v Porsche - Only the fastest of fat-cats could justify the price tag and fuel bills of these executive coupés. But, asks Greg Whitaker, which one makes the soundest partnership? 1983 Porsche 928S, 1975 Jaguar XJ-S, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 450 SLC. | ||||
| Article |
Classics December 2002 pg 36 |
36 |
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| Publication | Classics December 2002 | |||
| Spotter's Guide. Roadsters Revealed. In its 18 years on sale, the W107-series Mercedes-Benz SL went through a series of changes and developments. Andrew Noakes explains how to spot the differences. | ||||
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