Mercedesbenz slclass 19721989 r107 c107 transmission. One thing a lot of owners do not know is that the standard mercedes 4spd of that era uses automatic transmission fluid, not engine or gear oil. The third generation was produced between 1971 and 1989. The slc c107 derivative was a 2 door hardtop coupe with normal rear seats. The manual transmission adds a simplicity to this model that hearkens back to the w1 cars, while still featuring the creature comforts that defined the r107 series kind of the best of both worlds. Are you trying to install an earlier or later transmission to an older m116. Heres our definite buyers guide for prospective owners. Mercedes floor shifter boot for manual transmission late, new oe r107 w109 w123 fits. The mercedes benz r107 took the chassis components of the mid size sclass w116.
Mercedes sl w107 v8 automatic to manual transmission 6 speed. Mercedes benz 107 280slc automatic to six speed manual gearbox. The european market cars also offered higher horsepower motors, more svelte bumpers, and the bosch headlights that these cars wear so well. See mercedes benz slclass for a complete overview of all slclass models. Different mercedes automatic transmissions between 19692003 with partnumber and what engine they where fitted to. The vast majority of sls of this era were fitted with an automatic gearbox making the manual a very sought after vehicle. If you are thinking of changing from an automagic to a manual, then you will have to make a few adjustments. With all the same style and reliability that made these cars famous, plus a unique look and a sweet 5speed gearbox, this might be the one to own if youre a guy who loves to.
New oem mercedes floor shifter rubber boot for late manual transmissions. Of the 23,885 280 sls produced, more than half were sold in the us. Classic white, paintcode737g with black full leather interior. Fixing problems in your vehicle is a doitapproach with the auto repair manuals as they contain comprehensive instructions and procedures on how to fix the problems in your ride. Merely said, the mercedes r107 manual transmission is universally compatible with any devices to read both fiction and nonfiction are covered, spanning different genres e. Manual shifter repair kits, manual transmission drain plug, manual transmission filters, manual transmission mounts, transmission. Mercedesbenz 280sl classics for sale classics on autotrader.
Mercedes benz 107 series r107 c107 workshop manuals 19721989 sl slc resource, 280 280sl 280slc 300 300sl 350 350sl 350slc 380 380sl 380slc 420 420sl 450 450sl 450slc 500 500sl 500slc 560 560sl. With its rare and desirable color combination, documented pedigree, and the fact that this is a true european 280sl with manual transmission, there is not a lot of r107 sls like this one on the road today about the car. Mercedes benz 280sl 280 sl r107 w107 5 speed manual roadster. Mercedes benz 107 280slc automatic to six speed manual gearbox available from slshop, worlds leading classic mercedes benz sl specialist. The mercedes benz r107 280sl was release in 1974 sporting the mercedes 107. The 380 sl was the least powerful of the us imported r107 roadsters, with. When mercedes transitioned from the w1 model to the new r107 they left us customers without the option of a manual gearbox. Weighty would be another, but part of that comes of as a result of its bombproof six and eightcylinder powerplants, thick steel construction and secondtonone buildquality.
Mercedes manual transmissions, gear ratios and singledual mass flywheels. The last mercedes benz model with a manual transmission in the united states was the 2015 slk 250 now named slc, which was available on the base model. My favorite part about is that you can click on any of the categories on the left side. One of the best was the r107 sl, which was produced at a time. Here is the chance to own one of the most beautiful roadsters that mercedes benz ever made 1981 mercedes benz 280sl roadster. Mercedes benz sl r107 convertible 19711989 cars belonging to mercedes benz sl r107 convertible submodel, manufactured or offered in the years 19711989 with convertible body type, equipped with engines of 2400 5547 cc 167.
With this example you can enjoy all aspects that make the r107 so good, for a very long time. Manual transmission models came with the standard 4speed or the optional zf 5speed, which was ordered only 882 times and thus is a highly soughtafter original option today. The mercedes has minimal damage to the paint, the interior looks neat and the car has good tyres. The bottom of the mercedes sl is in perfect condition and has never been. The transmission itself according to my experience and my literature is basically the same unit as used in the 230s, 250s, 250se, 280s, 280se sedans. Transmission for mercedes benz slclass 19721989 r107 c107. Some sls were offered with a manual gearbox, but youll find it much easier to sell on an auto.
R107 and c107 sold us units of 204,373 units 68% of 300,175 total units sold excluding grey market sales into the us. The 380 sl and 380 slc models were first introduced in march 1980. Does mercedesbenz have any models with a manual transmission. A manual gearbox allows the full potential of the 2. The mercedesbenz r107 and c107 are sports cars which were produced by mercedesbenz. Welcome to the sl shop, europes leading mercedes benz sl and classic mercedes model specialist. If youre looking for a clean r107 mercedes sl, weve got plenty. European front and rear bumpers and oem bosch headlights. R107 280sl 5speed manual gearbox mercedesbenz forum.
The car had a engine swap before i acquired it, they converted it to a m straight 6 dual zenith from a 72 280s. Mercedesbenz sl 107 series data and specifications catalogue. Models produced prior to 1978 had a manual climate control system, 380sl models produced from 1981 received a more reliable automatic climate. Additionally, this transmission service manual collection covers many more mercedes benz vehicles using the 722. The 6 cylinder engine and manual gearbox in the 300 sl added some lightness, just like colin chapman would have liked it. The mercedes benz r107 and c107 are sports cars which were produced by mercedes benz from 1971 through 1989, being the second longest single series ever produced by the automaker, after the gclass. It was a far more bulky car than its lithe predecessor, but also had many more creature comforts. Its not often that we find manual cars, though they are enjoyable to drive and offer a different dynamic for the r107. Our kits contain 6 speed gearbox with 2 year unlimited mileage warranty. The fluid assists in the lubrication and heat disputation of the transmission, and even though it is in a closed environment, the fluid can become. Models produced prior to 1978 had a manual climate control sy. This sl was sitting for the past 4 years or so due to its owners age and health issues. Up for sale is this well preserved r107 with a rare getrag 5 speed transmission.
Spare parts mercedes benz w107 r107 classic parts passion. Also customer support over the email, and help to fix your car right the first time auto repair manuals can come in handy especially when you have to. Mercedes benz 280sl 280 sl r107 w107 5 speed manual. Mercedes r107 manual transmission panasonic air conditioner manuals, yellow woman and a beauty of the spirit, wounds and lacerations emergency care and closure 3e wounds lacerations emergency care closure, pocketradiologist abdominal top 100 diagnoses 1e, 1999 dodge dodge caravan repair manual pd, microbiology by nagoba, samsung knack manual. But if you want one with a manual transmission, well, that narrows it down to this eurospec 1982 280sl. Mercedesbenz r107 280slc automatic to six speed manual. Throughout its entire 18 year production it was available as a 2 seat convertible with removable hardtop.
In europe, manual transmissions without air conditioning were still the. A v8 sl with manual transmission is very rare and therefore also soughtafter by collectors. Mercedesbenz 107 paper car manuals and literature for sale. Manual shifter repair kits, manual transmission drain plug, manual transmission filters, manual transmission mounts, transmission tools. Mercedesbenz 107 280slc automatic to six speed manual gearbox this unit is designed to fit sl 107 280slc. This mercedes benz transmission collection is the best you will find for the 722. I removed the 6 and see that they used the transmission from the 280s as well. Mercedes r107 manual transmission mercedes benz series 107 r107 c107. This is a complete comprehensive mercedes benz 4 speed automatic transmission service and repair manual collection. The manual transmission adds a simplicity to this model that hearkens back to the w1 cars, yet the car offers the modern safety features that defined the r107 series kind of the best of both worlds. Mercedesbenz 107 280slc automatic to six speed manual gearbox available from slshop, worlds leading classic mercedesbenz sl specialist. This item hacol mercedes w124w201w202r129 r107 wood gear shift knob mercedes gear shift knob wallnut manuel w114 w115 w116 w123 w124 w126 w201 wood 1 piece carbon fiber car gear shift knob cover sticker interior trim for mercedes benz w204 w212 a g e c class cls accessories black.
Link to subframe kit with kents written instructions. However, the post1980 fourspeeder is much better than the earlier threespeeder. This is a new 6 speed manual transmission conversion kit for the following mercedes sl w107 v8 models with automatic transmission and m116 or m117 engines. This eightcylinder with 220 hp drives very well and the automatic gearbox shifts very well. The combination of a manual gearbox and sixcylinder engine make this the most economical of all the r107 range. Also customer support over the email, and help to fix your car right the first time.
The 380 sl was the least powerful of the us imported r107 roadsters, with u. With amg now owned by mercedesbenz, we tend to forget the earlier days at amg when hans. Mercedes benz 450sl 5 out of 5 stars 6 6 product ratings mercedes floor shifter boot for manual transmission late, new oe r107 w109 w123. Good project car for someone interested in classic cars. File type pdf mercedes r107 manual transmission mercedes benz r107 380sl service repair manuals this mercedes benz transmission service and repair manual collection covers the mercedes benz 107 series from 1981 to 1989 including the 380sl, 380slc, and 560sl for the r107, c107, w107 models.
The mercedes benz r107 and c107 are sports cars which were produced by mercedes benz. Apr 04, 2021 this r107 280sl roadster is unusual not only because of its low mileage and beautiful condition, but also because it is equipped with a factory fivespeed manual gearbox. The 380 sl is a r107, therefore, the transmission will fit. With 240 hp and more than 400 nm of torque, this is the most powerful r107 mercedes. S there sure werent very many in the 1980s and even fewer in the 1990s. Mercedesbenz r107 sl series transmission pelican parts. Equipped with factory5 speed getrag manual transmission. It was the only mercedes roadster during its entire production. We want you to keep your sl running like the day it left the showroom by bringing you the widest range of parts and accessories to service, restore and enhance your classic mercedes benz sl. See a better way to drive a manual gearbox equipped benz. Oil for mercedesbenz eu sl slc r107 c107 280 sl 107. Mercedes benz 500 sl series 107 19801989 roadster r107 workshop manuals and specifications, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989. Mercedes benz 107 workshop repair manuals r107 sl c107 slc. So i guess i am going to switch the transmissions back once i find the 722.
The 350 sl was equipped from factory with 4speed manual, 3 or. The mercedes benz r107 and c107 are automobiles which were produced by mercedes benz from 1971 through 1989, being the second longest single series ever produced by the automaker, after the gclass. American import, already registered in the netherlands with a dutch periodic vehicle inspection. Set of 6 automatic transmission fluid febi for mercedes benz r107 w210 e350 e550. R107 and c107 were even more focused on the american market, with specialized engines, bumper designs, headlights, and emissions management designs.
The 450sl v8 engines are wonderfully smooth, credit to their high torque 286 325 nm. I know, it sounds crazy a manual transmission in a mercedes in the u. Jan 20, 2020 mercedes benz vehicles with manual transmission if youre one of the manual transmission fanatics out there, youll have to look outside of mercedes benz to get one. These vehicles are sometimes collectively known as the w107 chassis and might be the most popular classic mercedes, helped by the longest production period for global export of any mercedes benz chassis, as well as a very large demand in the us market.
In europe, manual transmissions without air conditioning were still the predominant choice. Finished in the classic mercedes color of anthracite grey metallic code db172, the car is wearing original paint and it still shows very well. Mercedes r129 300sl manual transmisson how many did they. Initially the 350sl could still be ordered with a fourspeed manual gearbox, but soon the much more popular automatic transmission became the only available transmission. Jul 22, 2019 mercedes r129 300sl manual transmisson. Mercedes benz slclass 19721989 r107 c107 manual transmission fluid your manual transmission can take a heck of a beating over the years and it is one of the most neglected service areas on a car. They were sold under the sl r107 and slc c107 model names as the 280 sl, 280 slc, 300 sl, 350sl, 350slc, 380sl, 380slc, 420sl, 450sl, 450slc, 450slc 5. Dec 29, 2012 when mercedes transitioned from the w1 model to the new r107 they left us customers without the option of a manual gearbox. This car was imported through the european delivery program. They were sold under the sl r107 and slc c107 model names as the 280 sl, 280 slc, 300 sl, etc. Mercedes r107 manual transmission mercedes benz series 107 r107 c107 w107 1981 1985.
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