1981 Mercedes 380SLC Euro - One Take

[@eduardwalhout1740]

Starting your sentence at a louder volume 2 syllables into someone elses sentence is about the worst habit you can have as a salesman.

[@STRGHTSXBNZ]

I stopped at 2:20 and had to scroll down to see whether there were more comments like this. I hope this dude reads it and changes his attitude. I would never buy from him. No wonder it's hasn't sold yet.

[@Barfly76]

Check out the website mentioned. His "inventory" consists of 2 cars. 😂

[@Patrick94GSR]

mother F I HATE when people interrupt and talk over other people like that. So ridiculously rude and annoying.

[@robmanueb.]

He out interrupts Matt, I'm impressed...

[@nosispower]

One of my best pieces of advice my own sales manager gave me about taking customers on test drives was to show them how to adjust the mirrors and then shut the fuck up. This guy could use a lot of the latter piece of advice.

[@chrisdooley6468]

I’m getting sad knowing each of these One Takes brings us closer to the end of the series. They’ve been such an integral part of my morning for years now and since RCR only uploads on Mondays I don’t know what I’m gonna watch while taking my morning dump. Perhaps I’ll start from the beginning and work my way forward again lol.

[@hene193]

I doubt these will end any time soon. People will continue modify cars and new cars are coming all the time.

[@rhull3939]

Hene193 he said he's ending them in a couple months.

[@fondfarewell2]

Hene193 ya Matt says they are ending, so they probably will end.

[@hene193]

Robert Hull where has he stated that? :( I assume it's some random older video?

[@h2oaddict]

Hene193 latest update video

[@pickyl7038]

Shouty mc shoutface

[@logicreversed18t]

I would seriously walk right out of that dealership. I'm having flashbacks to my sales days.

[@2jsanc681]

Why is he yelling into Matt's sentences

[@thegirthquake8574]

Glad somebody mentioned it.

[@Jason9R]

"I am really starting to like this car I am selling!" -Every car salesman ever.

[@RyanKiefer]

This guy knows painfully little about this car. The North American 380 was still a V8, it was just emissions-choked down to the power of a six. the 280 and 300 were I6es. Also, 1980 and newer cars used the 4-speed automatic, not the 3-speed. And yes, there was a 500SLC.

[@pierreisthebest]

Couldn't watch it, I felt like I was Matt and all my sentences were being interrupted and it hurt me inside

[@drake5557]

Matt constantly interrupts his guest lol

[@Goodyboi]

It's low-key funny lmao

[@ChaosphereIX]

This dealer guy was kinda annoying...cool car though.

[@samkwant4050]

ChaosphereIX In his defence, he is a car dealer..

[@headlights-go-up]

That's why he's selling cars lol. Need to be chatty.

[@airenesivad2975]

Doushey mc dousche bag

[@airenesivad2975]

He couldn't say 20k with out that ass eating grin

[@a9503128]

What an odd car sales person, I’d tell him to shut up

[@kyoakland]

Alex there's nothing odd about a car salesperson not shutting up

[@a9503128]

He’s creepy, I wouldn’t get in a car with him.

[@Dazedviper1]

Hes only sold two cars, and only has two for sale.

[@gettcouped]

He's passionate and knows what he's talking about. Rare for a sales guy.

[@russianbot842]

he seems like a regular guy to me. Just passionate about cars

[@x310gtsx]

imagine trying to buy a car from this dude..... lol!

[@brainfulify]

Those Rial wheels are dope. I used to have a set for my 5 series.

[@vnitto]

Early morning dump club returns

[@jimmynickelz]

vnitto I was all constipated going thru tst withdrawl.

[@ps3shakes123]

All you dudes talking about your "dumps" are idiots. Not funny or clever, nobody cares, stfu

[@jimmynickelz]

Afternoon dump time!

[@verdict1163]

Finally a golden era Mercedes! Not many cars are built with better solidity and quality than an 80s Mercedes-Benz.

[@neonpeonu]

"S" stand for second gear and "L" is for low or 1st gear

[@RogerTrevisan]

S actually stands for "slope" believe it or not. At least it is what it says on the w123 manual.

[@nicoroehr]

You could get the C 107 (SLC) with a 5 liter V8. From 1978 to 1980 it was called 450 SLC 5.0 and featured the M 117 with 5025 cc and 240 hp/402 Nm (German config without catalytic converter) and a 3 speed automatic. Don't know if it was available in the US. From 1980 to 1981 it was upgraded to a 500 SLC, which featured the M 117 with 4973 cc, 240 hp/404 Nm and a new 4 speed automatic.

[@alvarofue]

In older Mercedes "S" means slope. It's meant to be used when you drive on hills. It just overrides the last gear (which usually is an overdrive). The "L" just means low (as in low gear).

[@Moo_sen]

I've got a 450slc I just got done fixing up last year, new paint and looking fresh 😁😁

[@pointmeby]

Love these videos! In the older cars "S" stands for "second" haha. Low, Second, Drive

[@geoffreycarter3981]

or Snow?

[@MBSLC]

"S" actually stands for slope. Choosing slope starts in first gear and upshifts to 2nd gear only. Useful for engine braking effect (as per SL/SLC owners manual). Thanks

[@bneyens]

This passenger is a combo of Frodo and Casey Neistat.

[@brianmjmario]

I still can’t believe your leaving us! Happy New Year! May this new year all your dreams turn into reality and all efforts into great achievements! We’re going to miss you man! Good luck to you!

[@julianhickman5874]

always refreshing to to witness an American begin to understand a quality European vehicle..have fun xx

[@Soyblackpower]

It seems slot of people are giving the salesman crap for being loud and interrupting, but lets be honest here, Matt is the king of being loud and interrupting people. I understand that it's his show but he isn't the one who builds the cars he reviews, so the input of the owners are very important in my opinion.

[@bearfoot3526]

The definition of CLASS. Unique and exclusive all day any day preferred.

[@Flyboy-rz4db]

I have a 75 450slc sitting in my garage right now, my family is the only one to ever own the car. Had a coolant leak but trying to fix it so I can get it back on the road like it is supposed to be!

[@E.T.R_FITNESS]

I agree I hate to think that this won't be part of my morning ritual. These have been part of my morning for years. I just got so excited just to see it on since it had a little break. But Matt will do something else that will kill it!

[@Gambantein]

Beautiful car! A friend of mine had a gold 350 SLC when we were at school, loved going in it.

[@crashstitches79]

That driver's seat ballast will get you every time.

[@wrapdump]

Great car, passenger - not so much.

[@aalabbasi]

Nice car, but minor corrections. The 380SLC uses 722.3 which is a 4 speed. The 500SLC was also available in 1980/1981.

[@Mully-rv3ve]

High Guys, I was just looking up in the Owners-Manual of my 280 SL, what "S" an "L" stands for: "P" is for Parking "R" is for Reverse "N" is for Neutral "D" is for "Direct" (Really. It says: Car starts in 1st Gear, all Gears available, normal Drive mode) "S" is for "Steigung" (Slope, Pitch; for going uphill or downhill, Car won't shift no more than into 3rd Gear. "L" is for "Last" (Load, Strain; for really steep hills and mountain passes, Car won't shift no more than into 2nd Gear)

[@VAX1970]

Matt is an idiot

[@VAX1970]

E=Economy

[@julianmeza1759]

That was me! Soon as I saw the picture I said YUP this is it! (I was taking a dump so perfect timing)

[@rowboyto156]

Hows the dash cam at night tho

[@5jjt]

Is the charging cord to the cig lighter adequately long enough?

[@Kamofy]

I just got this thing on samcrack's recommendation. Feels like an Apple product in quality if that tells you anything.

[@roochiecooch]

I'm going to miss your show so damn much Matt! Don't go! This is really tough for me to swallow knowing that I may never see any content from you again. Especially since I've already watched basically everything you've ever posted more than once. The car review world on KZbin will never be the same without you. RIP The Smoking Tire 2009-2018 :(

[@LexCameron]

That one looks pretty special. A great color for it, certainly in that desert colors setting.

[@sbklvr]

I had a 83 380sl, 30k miles. Immaculate, oversteer was on another level, lol.

[@ChodeTheToad]

Please don't completely get rid of one take.

[@the-boring-car-guy]

Spartan Barton ?

[@unavitaable]

A couple of facts for those that are not as familiar with these cars (as in the case of the two in the video): ALL 380'S are V8s. All automatic transmissions after 1980 in these models ARE 4 SPEED (not 3 speed as stated). The letters L-S-D are essentially "hill" hugel or first, S is for Steigung or slope. Each selector will allow the transmission to stay in a limited ability meaning that in L you can only shift up to second and in S only up to 3rd. Unless there is a B1 on the shift indicator there is no way to start out in first gear. The transmission does shift into 1st on hard acceleration from stop. A "Nardi" steering wheel was a dealer add on option. There is also an AMG option at the dealer for that. There were several other options as well.

[@frankmuhammad9660]

280 SLC still my most favorite car ever. I will get another one day

[@DasE30Cuz]

Staggered mesh wheels. :love:

[@alanOHALAN]

yeah i want them

[@Keckegenkai]

Absolute gorgeous car

[@BrennanMcKissick]

Beautiful classic

[@lethallimevids4997]

i have a 81 280se, these cars were amazing.

[@sleighte]

Every used car salesman ever: WELL IT'S COMPLETELY STOCK AND IN PERFECT CONDITION except for a different engine, front suspension, rust through the frame, changed interior bits IF I HAD THE MONEY I'D BUY THIS CAR MYSELF!

[@iantownsend500]

Got to love old Benz great video Matt

[@djsanders85]

Damn Matt quit talking over your guest LMAO 😂😂😂. I had to rewind 3 times.

[@TheSuperCarsChannel]

I'm more than happy to see this One Take this morning... I thought you were done with One Takes :D

[@mharbaum38]

I have a 380SLC euro specs 1981 215Hp automatic and I have driven long distances and the way they sit in curves and a nice V8 that car shines on the road. They are going up in prices due to the fact that so few of the SLC where built where as the SL version, you can get them anywhere.

[@Aurora_v_cali]

My 1975 230 has a s mode in the shift gate. Looked it up in the manual it means “slope” XD

[@luisp413]

The "S" in transmission engages 2nd gear for starting off in slippery conditions or holding it in gear for downhill driving. The "L" engages 1st gear. Those were very well sorted cars, they just need a looser torque converter and obviously 4 gears instead of 3.

[@johnyost9721]

Love the SLC!! I believe the wheelbase 14 inches longer the SL version. Cool car. Cloth seats are so rare in North America.

[@sheldonm3535]

It’s a nice car. It was on CL for 5000 last year and never sold. Than it was on BAT and didn’t sell. Was imported from Canada

[@Ecosse57]

i love cars like this.

[@ROZBenzGarage]

Matt, Shifter S position is definitely not sport mode. Its for snow driving and hill descent because it holds you in different gears

[@JabbaTheHutWasHere]

Thanks for sharing Matt :-). Ps In Europe there was a 450 SLC with a 5.0 liter engine in the last years.

[@olivierservant2337]

On these automatics, S doesn't mean "sport" but it means "slope" and L means "low". By the way, i have a 350 SLC (euro)

[@gettcouped]

Don't be too hard on the guy. It's obvious he's excited. He seemed very knowledgeable and technical about the car and was passionate about cars in general. Hope he does well.

[@mattwhitmire4694]

he literally said everything wrong about that car...if he doesn't know the real answer he should simply say, "not sure".

[@gettcouped]

Matt Whitmire what did he say wrong, but Matt didn't say anything wasn't true.

[@jasonlauder3402]

Mercedes benz did sell a 500SLC it was a homologation special they built 2,769 of them as well as the 5 litre V8 they also had aluminium bonnet and trunk also the wheel base on a C107 is 360mm longer than a R107 so a little more than the 100 mm the salesman mentioned also this car being a 1981 should have a 4 speed auto transmission but you wouldn't notice it as to get them to engage first gear you have to force it to choose 1st by putting the care in L and giving the car full throttle from a standstill

[@nathanrisdal2960]

4-speed for sure, they have the granny gear gearing. you have to stomp on the gas from stop or start in L

[@Steven91637]

Nice Ride these old school Benz are amazing 🎉

[@eezeegeezaa]

I miss you Matt

[@eezeegeezaa]

#NoHomo.. happy new year

[@markodell2379]

Cool car and nice GMT Master!

[@jabeard9]

777k subscribers .. Keep it up Matt! I hope you double your viewers in 18’ .. keep the good content rolling!

[@MFV12]

Was there a 500? YES! In Europe we got a 450SLC 5,0 from 78 on. Quite rare cars, because a lot died for spareparts to keep the SL´s alive....

[@Maxx8666]

WOW. First R107 I thought looked good.

[@hyperlink3113]

That on some bags....

[@justsean6199]

Your advert made me press pause, the comments made me watch the video

[@bull010163]

I hate it when Matt has a too talkative passenger. It"s the car we are interested in not you.

[@deanbean2106]

How was this guy talkative? Especially for someone trying to sell the car, he was definitely one of the quietest

[@MrSlowestD16]

Eh, it depends on the car. On something stock like this I'd agree, but if it was something somebody built from the ground up (like the no-fucks-given-rx7), I wanna hear the passenger talk a lot about it.

[@BChan1991]

salesmen are irritating af

[@PitchkaTiMater]

Stunning vehicle.

[@conanmagruder]

Car slash LHD JDM V8 nature of it is refreshing and compelling. Dealership not posting a price is less so. Guy's okay. He's not portraying himself as a Benz expert and he lets Matt guide stuff.

[@TheTaxburden]

What a beauty!!

[@alexanderranetkins7233]

happy new year bud! Been a while since ive seen your posts. Glad your still busy brother. Cheers.

[@bennyhannover9361]

The Rallye versions were only 500 SLCs with the alloy block engine with 370hp on the dyno.

[@sbeauregard7096]

The license plate is HUTTON! Love it and you’re so mysterious and enigmatic. Miss Liz, are you the secret grandchild of Barbara Hutton and Cart Grant? I thought so!

[@JuanHernandez-pz2mx]

LOL.. finally, a product endorsement I can actually use.. Good Job Matt.. also, nice car.

[@Bubblun1]

Great color! That being said funny how the same car couldn't even meet reserve at less than $7000 on Bring A Trailer in 2016 and now this guy wants $20k.

[@michaelbullington3182]

Beautiful design...ruined a bit by the bods; still lovin this.

[@StevieC65]

Those are some big shades.

[@jeffk464]

You have to love a V8 that has no power.

[@spitsomefire]

SLs and SLCs the only people that bought those cars were wealthy people MBs goal was to make it a cruiser

[@stephenberos]

The 560SEC is where it’s at Matt. Review one you won’t regret it

[@Rick2010100]

The car needs the original rims, exhaust and thrown away the ridicules yellow extra lights. The engine also needs a little fresh up with injector cleaner, new sparks, a performance air filter, cleaned MAF, etc.

[@Bizmyurt]

You had 450 SLC 5.0 in us. In Europe it was called 500 SLC with 5 litre alloy V8 and 4speed auto You should get the euro one that has more power.

[@aamhrez01]

Sick find!

[@MFV12]

BTW. A friend of mine has an 380-it isn´t slow. I dont know something could be wrong with this one here. The auto is following: D = Direkt, S = Steigung und L = Last (German) in English: direct, rise/uphill and load :D

[@flav2478]

20 grand....bwahaha

[@Jason9R]

do a street view of his address LOL

[@flav2478]

Sticky Anthrax so basically a car flipper

[@nightreapers3425]

20 grand for a AUTO LMAOOOO

[@fredvh1]

Nice. Great color.

[@JDSFLA]

123,000 km is 76,000 miles on the car (for those who don't know, just multiply kilometers by .62 to get miles).

[@sadubone]

S I understand is usually Second or Slope to hold second gear. L is low. always my understanding.

[@dankrides9531]

All the reviews hating on the guy for talking loud. I think we all know if you want to say something with Matt in the car you better speak up.

[@iLupi]

That's a Gorgeous Merc! Morning Squad I know you're out there =p

[@maoristereo]

God damn thats a badass car

[@DarkKnightwing75]

7:14 There was a 450SLC 5.0 which is the best model after the super rare 500SLC

[@McVerne]

Mercedes had one prototype with the 6.9 engine back in the days...sadly day decided against production. That must be one hell of a swap! Or going down the resto mod path with an AMG 55 V8...it would still be a Merc.

[@AMomcilo1]

Gorgeous Car.

[@arctictruck10]

Happy New Year Matt

[@DEM78976]

There's only 2 cars in this dealer's inventory?

[@drewt3210]

Well the website looks slick and THAT is what really matters (eyes rolling)...guess we all have to start somewhere.

[@ruk2023--]

Damn, youtube is full of experts. I admire anyone who has a go at something. So what he has 2 cars on inventory? Next year he could have 50 and the two he has are pretty damn nice.

[@doctorzaius4084]

The American "3.8" was the same V8 in 1982, just a detuned, emissions-friendly version. They actually made these with a 4-speed manual, too... I got to drive one (a 450SLC) that was completely fucking trashed a long time ago, but it was cool. This car looks dope but I dunno about that price. There's probably an SL fanatic somewhere out there who would pay it, cuz those guys do exist, but you can find good SLCs for half that price - even the Euro cars... there were shitloads of grey market SLCs imported to the US back then.

[@beagelbird1]

Nice car, I've always loved the look as long as it has the right stance, most of them always sit too high but overall I'd rock it all day long.

[@410kane]

Beautiful car

[@toms5oh]

Damn that's beautiful

[@Steven91637]

C107 had 280,350,380,450,450 5.0 versions and some special custom made engines

[@Dave_Boyer]

Always a cool car.