You should keep it. It's a great grocery getter too. Bomb over to the store, toss the bags in the back, and drive 50 miles out of your way just to drive through the woods.
Score......that’s such a beautiful car. It’s a shame they are not made like this today. Modern German cars are unfortunately not built to last these days. You would be lucky to get 12+ years out of a modern BMW, Merc etc. Great content & thanks!!
You bought that Benz out from under me Craig and I'm regretting it already! Very Nice Job on the detail work, that is real a beauty! The soon to be new owner will be very happy with it
Nice! jealous of the clean interior. Picked up an 86 560 awhile back for $200, interior is trashed but didn't take much at all to get it driving and registered. Neat cars
I will say Mercedes does make a well built solid car. I have 2 relatively old Benzs, a 2006 E320 CDI for commuting and a 2005 SL55 for weekends. Both ride as smooth and feel as solid as my lease turned in 2015 535d. Just do your homework and find the models with good reliability.
Nice 😀 my Dad had a 1973 Dark Blue 450 SL convertible from 1982 till 1987 , sold for $ 15000 and bought a new Jeep Cherokee Pioneer with the $ Good memories
I had a1980 3-tone. Metallic white and silver on champagne. Got it with 88K miles. When the engine went south I replaced it with an LT-1 350 Chevy and T400 transmission. Got a killer offer to sell. Got twice what I put into it.
👍👍 I always thought those were beautiful, distinguished, luxurious cars BUT waaay underpowered; as all Mercedes (well most vehicles from that era with all the emissions regulations, etc). P.S. *_PLEASE_*_ wear your seatbelt, we need you around for more of these great videos!_
These have one major problem and if you from new england they will rot . But not where you think you have to check the firewall because if it has it here it an uneconomical repair.Ship it to europe it's $$$$ in your pocket
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I have this car (red) and had quite a bit of work on it (brakes, etc) but I still don't understand what some of the symbols on the dash mean, esp the ones over the radio section. Can you answer?
"Not too many features" as I've said many times: shove your gps infotainment ride select lane assist adaptive cruise colour changing lights. Give me a car that will last trouble free for 5 years.
My demographics: 50 female. My dream car in my teens. 80’s child for sure. Eyeballing to buy same car, but mine will be red. Btw, we’re not “old”, we are classics 😉
Everytime I watch your videos I remember of the video you made. Never buy vehicles for your family members and fuck that is so true, I have a younger sister that wont change her oil unless I ask her her last oil change and its 10k+. I know if her motor ever blows I'll be at "fault"
I watched a video and you talked about how to get the smoke smell out of the car and I cannot remember the exact steps you did say to get a Chlorine tablet and break it up and place it in a cup of water room temperature water is okay?
Probably when you transfer title of a vehicle from state to state. We require it up here in Canada too when you go from Province to province. Want to know what pisses us off the most? We have to pay sales tax again when we bring it home from another province. Fucking bandits.
@FlyingWheels have to do it for the children. Can't have unsafe vehicles on the road in your state. The peoples republic of Maryland says no safety inspection
As a bodily injury adjuster I have dealt with many people breaking their neck on the roof due to not wearing a seatbelt in a car accident. Some paralyzed
Would someone please get Treat Williams a new acting gig so that he doesn't have to drive around in an old Mercedes and sell used cars to make a living?
Hey Mister!! I guessed the car within the first 5 secs. :) Can get some free "Flying Wheels SWAG"? Better yet, how about the car? I was born in 79 and always wanted a Mercedes... LOL Thanks Buddy!
Its messed up how you guys have to stick an Inspection sticker on your car... such an eye sore. In canada if you dont have an Inspection done then they won't let you insure it.. no need for ugly stickers lol
Bro I'm 30 years old and I love this car, going to buy one this weekend! Currently a happy owner of 2003 mercedes s55 AMG
"What am I driving?"
Dude it's LITERALLY on the title of your video lol!
You should keep it. It's a great grocery getter too. Bomb over to the store, toss the bags in the back, and drive 50 miles out of your way just to drive through the woods.
Score......that’s such a beautiful car. It’s a shame they are not made like this today. Modern German cars are unfortunately not built to last these days. You would be lucky to get 12+ years out of a modern BMW, Merc etc. Great content & thanks!!
You bought that Benz out from under me Craig and I'm regretting it already! Very Nice Job on the detail work, that is real a beauty! The soon to be new owner will be very happy with it
Nice! jealous of the clean interior. Picked up an 86 560 awhile back for $200, interior is trashed but didn't take much at all to get it driving and registered. Neat cars
SL Class never goes out of style....
I sold a 72 380sl on ebay. Bought for 2200 sold for 6300 it was in really good conditions as this one same color interior and exterior. Great car 🔥🙌
You got a lot of car for only $2200!
I was in high school in the late 70s, and this was my dream car.
did you ever own one or drive one?
350-450 SL Mercedes Benz .She’s a beauty for her age.Somebody will enjoy this timeless classic.
I'm sharing this video with my east coast vintage watch buddy's, this car with an old Rolex or Patek will look awesome, great video
I will say Mercedes does make a well built solid car. I have 2 relatively old Benzs, a 2006 E320 CDI for commuting and a 2005 SL55 for weekends. Both ride as smooth and feel as solid as my lease turned in 2015 535d. Just do your homework and find the models with good reliability.
As my neighbor in The Bronx would always say "What a beaut!".
Like driving down memory lane for real.
Nice 😀 my Dad had a 1973 Dark Blue 450 SL convertible from 1982 till 1987 , sold for $ 15000 and bought a new Jeep Cherokee Pioneer with the $ Good memories
I had a1980 3-tone. Metallic white and silver on champagne. Got it with 88K miles. When the engine went south I replaced it with an LT-1 350 Chevy and T400 transmission. Got a killer offer to sell. Got twice what I put into it.
Lived in Germany Air Force 84,92,I owed a 79 280s 4dr,71 230c 2dr,,,now 91Miata, God Bless you and your family and friends Florida Keys Mike
Good buy! Love the vehicle 👍
👍👍 I always thought those were beautiful, distinguished, luxurious cars BUT waaay underpowered; as all Mercedes (well most vehicles from that era with all the emissions regulations, etc).
P.S. *_PLEASE_*_ wear your seatbelt, we need you around for more of these great videos!_
Pretty much what I was going to comment haha
You will make someone Very Happy soon!
Gorgeous car!
If I were at that same auction, that Mercedes would be mine now. Would have bought for my personal car, so I would've bid higher on it.
im 28 yrs old and currently looking for a 450SL.. I would have bought this on the spot at that price!!! hope to find one in as good of condition !
I have one for sale. 1980 not 1979
Thats in mint condition. Nice buy.
nice car!!! but dam, sounds like a wheel bearing is howling like mad
That's the motor u hear a they have a lot of road noise really kind of a crappy car
It was a wheel bearing. Just replaced it
that shit clean..mb luxury ahead of its time!!
Wow wow love it
I watched the hilarious video about the ‘86 Fiero you bought. I hope this ‘79 Mercedes isn’t just a high end version of that Fiero.
So how is it working ?? Thinking of one with 65k but cost scares me , your's is quite good looking . Thank you ..
Can’t believe Hawaiian sun / UV didn’t do damage to the interior. Nice score.
Thank you and I’m going to get the tablet and put it in my truck much appreciated
Congrats Slugger. That's the same car that Roger Maris drove.
Classic Mercedes
Even though those Mercedes are built like Tanks, put that seat belt on!!!
The beard is looking great!!!
Great Video!!
That's a keeper
As much if not more than any muscle car from the same era.
These have one major problem and if you from new england they will rot . But not where you think you have to check the firewall because if it has it here it an uneconomical repair.Ship it to europe it's $$$$ in your pocket
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U pbly could sell it 11-12k
I would get rid of it ASAP before something expensive breaks!
Well loved
I have this car (red) and had quite a bit of work on it (brakes, etc) but I still don't understand what some of the symbols on the dash mean, esp the ones over the radio section. Can you answer?
Jeez, i wish i knew
These older Mercedes are probably the best built cars on the road and are far superior to any new cars!!
"Not too many features" as I've said many times: shove your gps infotainment ride select lane assist adaptive cruise colour changing lights. Give me a car that will last trouble free for 5 years.
My demographics: 50 female. My dream car in my teens. 80’s child for sure. Eyeballing to buy same car, but mine will be red. Btw, we’re not “old”, we are classics 😉
They have a first aide kit in the back dash I believe
What is the guy cleaning the front end with ? mini pressure washer ? steamer? I need one
Good for you! Keep it for yourself!!
It’s a gem 💎
Hey Craig, Question for you
As an independent used car dealer, what are your thoughts on the start up online auto auction company ACV Auctions?
Nice car wow is so clean
What services did you end up having to do? Was that wheel bearing shot or was it something else?
That wasreally good video please keep them coming for new to business lots see vide
A new SL for 30, 40, 50 grand? I don’t think you priced them for awhile.
Everytime I watch your videos I remember of the video you made. Never buy vehicles for your family members and fuck that is so true, I have a younger sister that wont change her oil unless I ask her her last oil change and its 10k+.
I know if her motor ever blows I'll be at "fault"
I am watching this on Dec 2021, I bet it is sold by now ??
Nice 380
I watched a video and you talked about how to get the smoke smell out of the car and I cannot remember the exact steps you did say to get a Chlorine tablet and break it up and place it in a cup of water room temperature water is okay?
Correct
Great investment
9:10 dude, you named me.
VERY nice !
Ummm I’m having a hard time guessing what kind of car from the video description !! Could you give me another hint !
Craig, you say "roof" looks good while running your hand over the headliner!
I’m in Canada what can you pick up a Lexus isf for with a clean title waiting for a reply thanks
Bobby Brown said, "The tires are shinny and everyone can kiss his ....
Get rid of the US spec bumpers
Yikes. Hopefully you didn’t give more than a couple thousand for it. My suggestion...Take the first $2500 that walks through the door.
also the 280SL 300Sl 500SL 420SL
It will sell fast
Why in the world would Massachusetts require a 1979 vehicle to be inspected?!
Probably when you transfer title of a vehicle from state to state. We require it up here in Canada too when you go from Province to province.
Want to know what pisses us off the most? We have to pay sales tax again when we bring it home from another province. Fucking bandits.
Safety inspections due every year no matter the age
@FlyingWheels have to do it for the children. Can't have unsafe vehicles on the road in your state. The peoples republic of Maryland says no safety inspection
As a bodily injury adjuster I have dealt with many people breaking their neck on the roof due to not wearing a seatbelt in a car accident. Some paralyzed
Especially if your tall..
Would someone please get Treat Williams a new acting gig so that he doesn't have to drive around in an old Mercedes and sell used cars to make a living?
Nice survivor
Older man forties?
Got in a bidding war with Oneownercarguy, that dude loves those.
One of his most recent videos has an SL as the thumbnail lol
Haha that guy is a trip, you name it and he'll sell it to you, from cars to dehydrated marshmallows and beagle puppies.
$7995. those were the days...
Hey Mister!! I guessed the car within the first 5 secs. :) Can get some free "Flying Wheels SWAG"? Better yet, how about the car? I was born in 79 and always wanted a Mercedes... LOL Thanks Buddy!
I hear a wheel bearing or tire noise
There were no IROC's in 1979, but you corrected yourself, :-)
The three speed automatic is the weak point. This and the weight result in horrible gas mileage.
Didn't you tell him it was for sale ?.
p.s it's a 450sl lol
Address please
Www.flying-wheels.com
450 SL Mercedes Benz
1979 Mercedes
Love the video, just credit your music man! I forgot the song, but it’s by Joakim Karud
I’d keep it
Do u want to sell it I want it
Yes sir. Please contact us if interested. Www.flying-wheels.com
R107 1979 450SL
Retired professional
How much did you pay for it?
with his pricing I'm thinking $6000/$5000 somewhere around that.
@@muskokamike127 true, he did say he got into a bidding war too. So he probably didnt get a super good deal.
R107 450Sl
What auction do you usually go to. I would love to run in to you and have a conversation.
Not another white Benz!
it is a white Mercedes convertible
Its messed up how you guys have to stick an Inspection sticker on your car... such an eye sore.
In canada if you dont have an Inspection done then they won't let you insure it.. no need for ugly stickers lol
450 sl as title says lol
Mr. and Mrs. H
damn I'd buy that shit for $8k
Keep that one for yourself
Nice COVID ... Beard.
84 mercedes
:-( awwww dad, it's an automatic!
Of course it is
88 Honda Civic
800