Mercedes-Benz SL/SLC 107 series –

The Detailed Guide 1971-1989

De Laurent Pennequin Ed. Auto Forever 

9782956186250

The Detailed Guide to the Mercedes-Benz SL/SLC 107 series, published by Auto Forever, covers the whole of its career, which began in 1971 and ran until 1989. 

A comprehensive presentation of the car is provided in 10 chapters, which include production figures and anecdotes about the model. 

CHAPTERS 

1 Background, design and brief history 

2 Changes during production : timeline 

3 The different versions

4 Sales and production statistics 

5 DETAILED PRESENTATION 

- 5.1 Bodywork and dimensions 

- 5.2 Technical specifications 

- 5.3 Technical innovations 

- 5.4 The list of engines available 

- 5.5 Standard and optional eduipment 

- 5.6 Road and steering wheels 

- 5.7 Paint and trim : colours and materials 

6 Career in motorsport 

7 Spin-offs from the model 

8 Strengths and weaknesses 

9 Identification, maintenance and things to look out for 

10 Road test figures and competitors at the time