This 38K Mile 1984 Mercedes-Benz 380 SL is a Classic Example of What Makes a Vintage Benz So Amazing

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@martinlyons7463
@martinlyons7463 2 жыл бұрын
Great to listen to you again Bill, it’s morning here in New Zealand 🇳🇿 and I am smiling while having breakfast 😊. Thank you. Esp as I also have a Merc.
@csfan65
@csfan65 4 жыл бұрын
Our family doctor had this car in the late '70s and I used to just sit and stare at it. The car became my dream car then and it still is today. I will have one of these someday!
@deltaman3921
@deltaman3921 Жыл бұрын
...........no need to apologize Bill, I agree with you wholeheartedly regarding the bumpers and headlights on these beautiful cars. I'll compare these with ANYTHING producedHo nowadays, hands down. Truly a beautiful beautiful car from the ground up, I'd love to own one.
@manofthehour6856
@manofthehour6856 5 жыл бұрын
"Wht the hell is made in Germany today....other than some questionable pornography?" . . . oh Bill, the commentary is almost as great as the cars!
@azariahamari8300
@azariahamari8300 3 жыл бұрын
InstaBlaster.
@cynergyfinancial
@cynergyfinancial 4 жыл бұрын
This guy is hilarious I love his commentary he's very detailed and brings a sense of humor in his description .
@RootBeerGMT
@RootBeerGMT 8 ай бұрын
As a pilot, he makes me laugh
@jimguida604
@jimguida604 3 жыл бұрын
I had an 85 for 20 years and it was a joy. I sure miss it.
@stephenfisher7255
@stephenfisher7255 4 жыл бұрын
Just love Bills cars and his halarious commentaries. Helping me through the corona virus lockdown here in Brisbane Australia.... Magnificent Mercedes R107 . My Mum had one in the 80’s to get her to golf ...I Loved getting dropped at school in it ...
@jamesfrench7299
@jamesfrench7299 4 жыл бұрын
Stephen Fisher a private school boy hmmm?
@EnriqueLopez-hb5jn
@EnriqueLopez-hb5jn 4 жыл бұрын
Nice example of a 380 SL, awesome condition, inside & out,👍👍👍👍👍
@antonioescobar6413
@antonioescobar6413 5 жыл бұрын
Immaculate....what a jewel...
@wernerbloemwagen6878
@wernerbloemwagen6878 4 жыл бұрын
Thís is Bobby Ewing and DALLAS personified. BEAUTIFUL!
@richardcollins5918
@richardcollins5918 5 жыл бұрын
Woww this car is mint, beautiful example of a preserved R107
@stevehalbert9092
@stevehalbert9092 4 жыл бұрын
Purchased Mercedes 1980 450 SL today April 8,2020 in New Orleans.The vehicle is classic and timeless.Multiple people asked to buy car from me while cruising around with top off.Commentator does informative with comedic comments.Bil probably lost his calling as a comic
@805NAVE
@805NAVE 5 жыл бұрын
22:22 😂😂😂😂 I love it Bill lol! Gorgeous car too
@tylerleff6605
@tylerleff6605 2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely wonderful video. Super informative, I really enjoyed it. You are very knowledgeable and hysterical. Made my day!
@RONALD511
@RONALD511 4 жыл бұрын
DROVE ONE EXACTLY LIKE THIS 3 MONTH'S LOVED IT.
@stammelblindarcher4477
@stammelblindarcher4477 4 жыл бұрын
I have an '89 560, the last year of the R107. 148+k and counting. Thank hou for reviewing that 380.
@JorgeJasso-x9w
@JorgeJasso-x9w Жыл бұрын
This gentleman could easily convince Mercedes Benz to buy it back! 😂❤
@rachelcontreraz4885
@rachelcontreraz4885 4 жыл бұрын
I love to hear the passion in your explanation and in the delivery. No doubt you are a true auto aficionado!
@DavePlaysTrombone
@DavePlaysTrombone 3 жыл бұрын
84-85 380SL is the absolute best entry-level R107. It could be easily argued that it's also the best for someone who wants to daily drive a 107.
@matthewvasquez9278
@matthewvasquez9278 4 жыл бұрын
Love your Reviews, funny, informative and entertaining
@Aldo-Music-Channel
@Aldo-Music-Channel 5 жыл бұрын
What a beautiful car! Bill is the best, fantastic informative insight that is very much appreciated 👌 👍 😎 🎵 🎵
@trevordantzler5781
@trevordantzler5781 5 жыл бұрын
He never fails " Gulfstream....." hate to see people go hungry".
@DragosDomnara
@DragosDomnara 4 жыл бұрын
hahaha I thought the same thing
@sethhuber25
@sethhuber25 4 жыл бұрын
I want one of these! I have a 380sel and it is a big boat. I feel like this engine could motivate that car a little more than it does in mine
@HeCute_
@HeCute_ 5 жыл бұрын
Ahhhh the more I look at videos of old Mercedeses like this I wanna buy one lol. Great video Bill
@The_R-n-I_Guy
@The_R-n-I_Guy 2 жыл бұрын
I worked at a Mercedes dealership body shop in the early 2000's and I wasn't impressed with the build quality of their vehicles at the time. But I do like the older cars. Especially the styling. BMW too. But the over technical modern vehicles have nothing that I want. I've worked on several 2020-2022 models at the body shop I work at now and they're clearly going steadily down hill in terms of quality. This is probably the newest version that I like.
@MrJones-ge5sl
@MrJones-ge5sl 2 жыл бұрын
Always informative and entertaining...
@airkingflyer3515
@airkingflyer3515 5 жыл бұрын
Wow what a pristine example
@Duncanmable
@Duncanmable 5 жыл бұрын
Bill is a magician: top down, hardtop behind the vehicle, then soft top up and hardtop gone, then soft top back down and in the mirror you can see the hard top back behind the vehicle. Magic or editing?
@rudolphguarnacci197
@rudolphguarnacci197 4 жыл бұрын
The magic of Bill
@kingofmexico5268
@kingofmexico5268 5 жыл бұрын
Damn birds 🐦
@ronaldtartaglia4459
@ronaldtartaglia4459 4 жыл бұрын
Bill, I just love you reviews so much I can watch you talk about anything. I try to find the most obscure quote in each one of your videos for fun. And this one I love that you compare the latch to a latch that would be on a tiger tank hilarious I knew I made my comment too soon. "Gulfstream I hate to see people going hungry" I had to stop the video that point because I was going to wet my pants.😂
@SpencerF6
@SpencerF6 4 жыл бұрын
You're a legend...!!! Subscribed!
@formerdeputyassistant1775
@formerdeputyassistant1775 5 жыл бұрын
So precious. I own a 1982 red and palomino. 68k, wish it looked like that.
@brspeedysgarage
@brspeedysgarage 5 жыл бұрын
I didn’t know the 380s were V8s, I figured a 6. Interesting
@MikeBMW
@MikeBMW 5 жыл бұрын
Bill, great review, love the car! The bird left and is now flying airplanes to better follow your cool reviews. You know, those birds can be rather wily! :) Oh, and your detailer deserves at least a C+ on that.
@Rockyxplore
@Rockyxplore 4 жыл бұрын
Great Video! love the comments and wit! the color is Signal Red not bright red ....Bobby Ewing drove a 450sl I owned an Olde English Red 380sl..the color is the color of mahogany -gorgeous! w palomino interior ...very slow !!! the car couldn't get on the L.I.E. without trepidation so I bought 560sl black w maroon interior....what a difference! I loved both cars! and am now buying a '84 red 380sl w palomino interior soo go figure!
@tyvanhworkout
@tyvanhworkout 4 жыл бұрын
Love your commentary and glad u stated the unthinkable....and I'm with you...I love the U.S. bumpers and headlights! The Euro spec looks cheap and chintzy; don't know why everyone loves them so! I'd buy it in a heartbeat but unfortunately it's not in my budget. I have a modern day C-class coupe which I love but this thing is what made mercedes Mercedes!
@arminsteinke2301
@arminsteinke2301 5 жыл бұрын
Yes Bill its finally time! This bird issue has to come to an end in a epic apocalyptic massacre Endgame.
@gazistar5526
@gazistar5526 4 жыл бұрын
Excellent review excellent narrator
@McFlysGarage
@McFlysGarage 3 жыл бұрын
Glad I picked up my 380SL before they get popular
@vincentvincent4898
@vincentvincent4898 4 жыл бұрын
Beautiful Car! Bill, did you major in communications? You should have your own talk show. Your wit, the depth of your vocabulary and correctness of your grammar is impressive, and should be utilized in radio or T.V. In the meantime, keep up the car commentaries!
@anthonybertone2336
@anthonybertone2336 5 жыл бұрын
You need a drink, remember it’s 5 o clock somewhere
@lloyd63
@lloyd63 3 жыл бұрын
Nice job by Dalton getting rid of that awful brake dust that blackens the front wheels.
@lloyd63
@lloyd63 3 жыл бұрын
He's gonna go at it with the bird like Peter Griffin battled the chicken.
@HerbzAutoCare
@HerbzAutoCare Жыл бұрын
Great video! Sounds like you're just mad you dont have a plane 😂
@sachemrock
@sachemrock 5 жыл бұрын
Another great video Bill! I agree with you regarding the federal regulation bumpers and headlights, it’s what we know in the US. Would the car be even more beautiful without those bumpers, the answer is a resounding yes but this is still a beautiful design! Keep up the good work and keep fighting the good fight against the planes and birds! 😆
@joecapozzoli9449
@joecapozzoli9449 10 ай бұрын
“When you pull up to the massage parlor” 😂
@mtomiuk8133
@mtomiuk8133 3 жыл бұрын
Hello, I am looking at an 1985 380 SL. It has some rust on the undercarriage with some flaking and two perforations the size of silver dollars. Can this be repaired? Is it a big deal? Thanks!
@bdb5678
@bdb5678 2 жыл бұрын
ive gotta ask - can a 6'3, 250 lbs man fit in the drivers seat? thanks
@lp2565
@lp2565 5 жыл бұрын
Not on the dealer inventory. Must have sold as soon as the video hit. Damn.
@RootBeerGMT
@RootBeerGMT 8 ай бұрын
Ok, now I want one. 380 or 560-whatever. Just make it low miles with everything working
@Bonezswiss
@Bonezswiss 3 жыл бұрын
Love your videos! Quick question, where in the car do they store the chrome handles needed to take the hard top?
@Bonezswiss
@Bonezswiss 3 жыл бұрын
Oh haha nevermind :) time 21:47
@gouyad
@gouyad 4 жыл бұрын
Is this still available? I see all the cars as Sale Pending?
@anthonybaker967
@anthonybaker967 4 жыл бұрын
Beautiful👌👌
@jonboy9912
@jonboy9912 5 жыл бұрын
Those US bumpers and headlights are just awful and not original!
@javierbarrientos9927
@javierbarrientos9927 4 жыл бұрын
The soft top is operated electrically or by hannd?
@timh1907
@timh1907 4 жыл бұрын
By hand
@SouthsideKidd550
@SouthsideKidd550 Жыл бұрын
This car screams "Beverly Hills Cop"
@recl971
@recl971 5 жыл бұрын
Bill is the best
@MarkBarrey
@MarkBarrey 5 жыл бұрын
What the hell does to tonic mean, Bill
@antonioescobar6413
@antonioescobar6413 5 жыл бұрын
denoting the Germanic branch of the Indo-European language family.
@antonioescobar6413
@antonioescobar6413 5 жыл бұрын
Teutonic....
@HeCute_
@HeCute_ 5 жыл бұрын
Antonio Escobar , Teutonic just means anything Germanic, not just language. Although specifically it means ethnic groups from Northern Europe(but not the Celts)
@rudolphguarnacci197
@rudolphguarnacci197 4 жыл бұрын
It's not "to tonic" but rather "2 tonics" for don't drink and not drive 2 tonics. What else could it possibly mean?
@tajetaje9238
@tajetaje9238 5 жыл бұрын
I enjoy your videos Bill thank you for sharing it with us but this car for me is panography
@V8_screw_electric_cars
@V8_screw_electric_cars 4 жыл бұрын
500 was the best but that was Europe only.
@TheSimonhammond
@TheSimonhammond 4 жыл бұрын
Devon Miles.
@vladimirtserademowitz5040
@vladimirtserademowitz5040 5 жыл бұрын
Simply Stunning, nice to see a cherished Roadster still going. And BTW: #ClintonsKilledEpstein
@rudolphguarnacci197
@rudolphguarnacci197 4 жыл бұрын
The Clinton's didn't kill Epstein. hilary killed Epstein. Get it straight.
@PiranhaJaw22
@PiranhaJaw22 5 жыл бұрын
those brake pads are worn and squealiing
@292carroll
@292carroll 5 жыл бұрын
Bill, we’ve had a great KZbin relationship I’ve enjoyed all your car reviews but I just discovered Marianne - wowie wow wow!!!
@brynleytalbot778
@brynleytalbot778 4 жыл бұрын
Dan Carroll The porncar presenter. And "Arnie" her sidekick cameraman. But this 380SL evokes American Gigolo and Richard Gere which outclasses even MarieAnne.
@NeverTalkToCops1
@NeverTalkToCops1 4 жыл бұрын
IF you drive the thing, it will be an endless money pit.
@timomomomo969
@timomomomo969 2 жыл бұрын
Money pit if you have a Chrysler budget maybe. So stick to chryslers.
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