1975 Mercedes - Benz Mercedes Benz 280 SLC “8.191 kms - Exceptionally low mileage”

A classic Mercedes-Benz with 8,191 kilometers? That is not a typo. It is a mileage figure that is almost unheard of—and one that has been documented from the very first day in 1975.
The SLC from the C107 series was always something of an outsider, in the best possible sense of the word. More elegant than its open-top SL sibling, more generous in interior space, and endowed with a level of build quality that only the finest Mercedes-Benz models of the era could offer. But this example goes far beyond that. This is something altogether different. Something truly unique.

A 280 SLC with just 8,191 kilometers, finished in Brilliant Red over a cream-colored interior. A color combination that looks so refined today you almost forget it left the factory nearly fifty years ago. Yet it's not just the aesthetics—it's the condition. Original paint. Virtually no signs of use. The doors close with that unmistakable, solid sound only a perfect classic Mercedes produces. This is how it was meant to be.

Take a seat inside and you are immediately transported back to the 1970s—without the wear and patina one would normally expect. The interior feels soft, fresh, clean, and retains the same sense of quality it had when it was first delivered. It feels as though the car is barely a year old and has since been preserved under ideal conditions.

This Mercedes-Benz is accompanied by its original owner's manuals, neatly stored in the familiar Mercedes-Benz pouch. A detail that may seem small, but at this level it is essential—it confirms what your eyes already tell you. This is not just another classic Mercedes. This is the real thing. Add to that the sliding sunroof, a highly desirable option at the time, and the appeal of this SLC only grows stronger.

In a market where good SLCs are already scarce and truly exceptional examples are nearly impossible to find, this car stands in a category of its own. A remarkable Mercedes-Benz for the true connoisseur—one you don't simply come across. In fact, we genuinely wonder whether another example exists at this level. How good is it? Almost unbelievable. Stunning. Authentic. Perfect in its originality.

Interested in this extraordinary 280 SLC? Contact Gallery Aaldering today. Since 1975, we have stood for quality, expertise, and a true passion for exceptional automobiles. Worldwide shipping available—please inquire for details.

* Documented from the day of delivery in 1975
* All-First Lacquer in Brilliant Red Metallic over creme leather
* Offered with original booklets in MB-pouch
* Equipped with the sliding roof
* Unfindable on the current market and a true quality collector's item