For sale is a beautiful 2 owner 1984 Mercedes Benz 380SL with 106,000 miles on the odometer.
Recently pulled out of long term storage. New tires, rebuilt fuel distributor, new fuel pumps and fuel filters, replaced exhaust system, coil repair, fuel pressure regulator replacement.
Smooth running engine, good shifting transmission.
Exterior is finished in Champagne Metallic (473) according to the data plate as is the interior. Has been repainted once in the original color. Nice finish with good panel gaps all around. The trunk lid shows a tiny bit of clear coat fading if the sunlight catches it just right. I would rate it a 7.5-8/10. All the chrome trim, rubber in good condition. Soft top is ok.
Super clean engine bay, undercarriage without any rust or corrosion. Clean, lightly used interior with the original Blaupunkt radio.
Clean California Title, Clean Carfax, Original 80’s era California plates, spare.
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On offer today is a wonderfulIy restored 1981 Volkswagen Westfalia with an Ivory exterior and brown interior with 180,000 on the odometer.
Bus received a fresh paint job in 2018. The paint finish, quality is really good. Especially around the critical areas like the panel separation lines, windows. All of the windows were taken out and new rubbers were installed through the entire bus. It’s very straight. The fiberglass pop top has also been repainted with a new seal. New side mirrors were purchased, installed. Tent is in usable shape. All of the windows except the front windshield and cargo door are tinted. The cargo door was also at some point, but the window was replaced and have not had a chance to re-apply tint once more. It helps keep the car pretty cool inside. It has new windshield wiper blades and windshield. No pits or rock chips. The rest of the windows are all factory Sekurit.
The sun visors, headliner, front seats, couch cushions and rear cargo door area has been re-upholstered. The backs remained original style while the front face has been updated to a floral design. Driver side shows a bit of wear in the center. The foam is in good shape. The floor carpet is original, but clean. As are the curtains. The kitchen cabinetry is well preserved, although the 2 tables could use some new trim. Or perhaps just some glue, tender loving care. Those pop top has 2 dampers and it really helps with lifting the top without having to apply much pressure. Behind both seats are more hangable cargo racks, and an extra manual fire extinguisher.
The bus runs and drives really well. So well, in fact I did a 600 mile road trip without any issues or adding any extra oil. Just take a look at the sweet pictures.
The engine has been completely rebuilt using only all the correct OEM parts. A receipt can be found in the file from 2015. Inside the engine lid, in the heat padding is a fire extinguishing system in case of an engine fire. The system is automatic. There is a new catalytic convertor, engine mounts, oil cooler. Differential seals replaced also.
Fuethermore the transmission has been rebuilt in 2017. A receipt is included in the file.
The bus starts cold without having to touch the gas pedal, keeps idle perfectly even after driving a few hundred miles, and starts on the first turn when hot. If you know Volkswagen you know those are important little key tells to a healthy aircooled motor.
The transmission received new bushings. It shifts through all the gears as it should and has a good amount of power.
The suspension has also received some upgrades, mainly on the front of the bus. The upper and lower ball joints were replaced as well as the front tie rod ends. All rear CV joints replaced.
She’s sporting a nice set of all terrain BF Goodridge tires. Which they don’t produce anymore, but we have a 5th new tire included.
The bus has a new main battery, and an additional battery which is connected to an inverter that you can plug your electronics to.
The stereo system has got some very, very loud 2 speakers that were installed inside the front doors including some sound deadining material for the extra bass. Never heard a bus with such a good sound system which by the way has a kill switch right behind you he steering wheel.
Included in the file is a clean California title, approximately $26,600 of work all together. Yes, that much..!!
There is a manual, warranty & maintenance booklet, a service book, refrigerator execution manual, additional nets and tools from the factory, misc. spare parts. This is a very well sorted bus ready for the next adventure.
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Perfect trunk area, with 2 new correct batteries, new gas tank and accessories.
Attention to details throughout the build.
Chrome trim front and rear euro turn signals are a nice touch that matched with the rest of the chrome trim.
Amber H4 headlights with chrome trim make this car really pop.
Professionally recreated and installed Carrera rs decal kit.
Mechanicals :
Euro spec 3.0 that has been rebuilt 15k miles ago and just received a full service.
No leaks or smoke.
Turbo valve covers
Rebuilt Weber 40’s sing as soon as you put the pedal to the metal.
Custom engine wiring loom
Oil catch can
New sound pad
Powder coated fan blade
Powder coated engine sheet metal
Stainless steel SSI heat exchangers with new Dansk 2 in 2 our muffler.
New fuel lines and filters.
Front mount large rsr style oil cooler from Elephant racing.Cloth braided oil lines.
The engine has lots of power, good compression and 4% leak down throughout all 6 cylinders. My favorite part is that the matching number 901 transmission was retained in this build. A dogleg shifter is essential in a rs clone build.The transmission was rebuilt and 2,3 and 4th short gears were installed. Paired with the 3.0 engine this car is literally a rocket when you take off. New clutch, throw out bearing, new flywheel and pressure plate was installed.
Rebuilt brake system and upgraded.Aluminum S brake calipers and vented front rotors. New brake lines throughout.Re-valved to rs spec Bilstein shocks front and rear.Elephant racing torsion bars 22 front and 29 in the rear.Front through body sway bar.Old steel trailing arms were replaced with aluminum SC trailing arms. Rebuilt rear sc brake calipers with drilled rear rotors.Custom adapted rear sway bar to clear the 901 transmission mount. New elephant racing reinforced rear sway bar mounts.Relocated fuel pump in the smugglers box.
16×7/8 with new Falken Ziex tires 205’s in the front and 225’s in the rear. Very nice grip and road comfort.
The interior is absolutely spectacular.GTS custom seats with correct German tartan material and gloss finish back.
New Corbeau seat belts.
Beautiful RS carpet kit
Rennline aluminum pedal board
Alcantara dash, headliner and door top sills.
Super nice contrast.
Rare Alpina period correct steering wheel that has been professionally recovered in leather.
Cool stainless brushed Momo horn button that sits flush with the steering wheel.
Rs door cards with leather door pulls.
New Fire extinguisher installed in the rear section. Clean title, registered. Ready to go.
Paint has small paint chips on the lower part of the bumper and a small paint crack on left rear panel.
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