One single owner (family) til 2025 .
Ordered and purchased new in South Africa, where its owner resided, and shipped to his homeland, Madeira Island (PT), soon after .
From 1978 to 1981 the car was not driven and remained brand new, under a Portuguese law of the time.
It has 60. 114 km ( 37. 571 Mls )
Beautiful contrast in Champagne metallic (MB 473) with Creme Beije interior (MB-Tex 175)
4 Cylinder Engine (OM616) and a Manual Transmission (4 Speed) , with some period extras such as Power Steering , Alloy wheels , Vacuum central locking , Green tinted glass ...
It has never been restored .... (unmolested), it is in incredible condition despite the paint having been touched up on one or two panels .... , but it retains its factory paint in about 80%, still with an excellent patina
The entire body is (100%) Rust free (always kept in a garage in an ambient climate of 19º) , but unfortunately, and as a less positive point, there is a small dent in the front spoiler and also a scratch on the rear one and a bit of the (chrome) bumper , and a detail or two in the factory paint (photos attached)
The interior is immaculate ..., the dashboard is crack free, and all the upholstery is still new ... , Carpets would benefit from professional cleaning and the Engine Bay and trunk photos speak for themselves
Mechanically, everything is consistent with the low mileage and everything is working .
Assembled in East London Mercedes plant, , known to be produced to an even higher standard, due to specific manufacturing oversight and SA content regulations at that period.
In short, not perfect but still an excellent example, bearing in mind that it's almost 50 years old.
VIN Chassis WDBthe details below Previous SA Plate TBJ 1101 (31. 8. 78)
Portuguese registration (Madeira Island plates) .
The Car is located in Madeira Island (PT) and any visit to the car (recommendable) will be welcome
I can provide detailed photos and videos upon request.
Shipping to Portugal Mainland (Porto or Lisbon)
Shipping worldwide (I can deal and assist with all the necessary logistics within Europe (including UK & IRL) ) .
