Mercedes-Benz 380SL (107 E38) Technical Specifications & Manuals Series 107: R107 380SL
Years The Series 107 Mercedes Benz 380SL Was Produced:
1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985
| 380 SL Production Schedule | ||
|
Vehicle |
Year | # Produced |
|
380SL Roadster R107 |
1980 | 3,347 |
| 1981 | 9,470 | |
| 1982 | 9,926 | |
| 1983 | 11,198 | |
| 1984 | 11,115 | |
| 1985 | 8,144 | |
| Total: | 53,200 | |
Mercedes Benz 380SL Series 107 Workshop Service and Repair Manuals
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- Mercedes Benz 380SL Chassis and Body Manual
- Mercedes Benz 380SL Transmission Manual
- Mercedes Benz 380SL Climate Control Heat / AC Manual
- Mercedes Benz 380SL Electrical Troubleshooting Manual
- Mercedes Benz 380SL Maintenance Manual
- Mercedes Benz 380SL Motor / Engine Manual
- Mercedes Benz 380SL Motor and Transmission Mounts Manual
- Mercedes Benz 380SL Brake Service manual
- Mercedes Benz 380SL Owners Manual
Mercedes-Benz 380SL Specifications
- Years of Manufacture: 1980 - 1985
- Number Built: 53,200
- Series Designation: 107
- 380SL Roadster: R107
- Date of Introduction: February, 1980
- Chassis/Body:
- Unit frame and body
- Exterior Dimensions 380SL:
- Total Length: 4380mm
- Total Width: 1790mm
- Height at Kerb Weight: 1300mm
- Wheelbase: 2455mm
- Front Track: 1452mm
- Rear Track: 1440mm
- Kerb Weight:
- Roadster: 1540kg
- Fuel Tank: 90 liters
- Turning Circle:
- 10.74 metres
- Transmission (Automatic, 4 Speed):
- 1st: 3.68:1
- 2nd: 2.41:1
- 3rd: 1.44:1
- 4th: 1.00:1
- Rear Axle Ratio:
- 3.27:1
- 0-100 km/h:
- 9.0 seconds (approx)
- After 1981: 9.8 seconds (approx)
- Maximum Speed:
- Manual: 133.5 mph (215 km/h)
- Automatic: 127 mph (205 km/h)
- Engine 8 Cylinder M 116:
- Capacity: 3818cc 233ci
- Type: Conventional, water cooled four stroke, reciprocating piston type with 8 cylinders in V8 configuration
- Configuration: Front mounted, longitudinal, inline
- Head: Pushrod and rocker actuated ohv, overhead camshaft
- Fuel System: Bosch mechanical with air-flow sensor
- Bore and Stroke: 92mm x 71.8mm (3.62 x 2.83 inch)
- Power: 218 hp (DIN) @ 5500rpm
- Torque: 31 mkg @ 4000rpm (224.3 ft/lb)
- Compression Ratio: 9.0:1
- Ignition and Electrical:
- 12 volt
- Coil and alternator
- Exhaust:
- Single tail-pipe
- Suspension:
- Independent front and rear, double wishbones, diagonal-pivot swing axle
- Steering:
- Recirculating ball, servo assisted, ratio: 15.9:1 (3.0 turns)
- Brakes:
- Front: Vented Disc, 278mm (10.9 inch)
- Rear: Solid Disc, 279mm (11.0 inch)
- Wheels:
- 14" Alloy
- Tyres:
- 205/70 VR 14
Compare Mercedes Benz Series 107 Models
| Mercedes-Benz R107 SL Comparison Chart | Top Speed | |||||||
| Model | Years | # Built | Engine | BHP | Torque | Trans | mph/kph | |
| 280SL | 1974-1985 | 25,500 | 2746cc I6 | 185 | 176 | 4 Speed Auto | 124/200 | |
| 280SLC | 1974-1981 | 10,700 | 2746cc I6 | 185 | 176 | 4 Speed Auto | 124/200 | |
| 300SL | 1985-1989 | N/A | 2962cc I6 | 188 | 192 | 4 Speed Auto | 127/204 | |
| 350SL | 1970-1980 | 15,300 | 3499cc V8 | 200 | 211 | 3 Speed Auto | 127/204 | |
| 350SLC | 1971-1980 | 14,000 | 3499cc V8 | 200 | 211 | 3 Speed Auto | 127/204 | |
| 380SL | 1980-1985 | 53,200 | 3818cc V8 | 218 | 224 | 4 Speed Auto | 134/216 | |
| 380SLC | 1980-1985 | 3,700 | 3818c V8 | 218 | 224 | 4 Speed Auto | 134/216 | |
| 420SL | 1985-1989 | N/A | 4196cc V8 | 218 | 242 | 4 Speed Auto | 134/216 | |
| 450SL | 1971-1980 | 66,300 | 4520cc V8 | 225 | 279 | 3 Speed Auto | 134/216 | |
| 450SLC | 1972-1980 | 31,800 | 4520cc V8 | 225 | 279 | 3 Speed Auto | 134/216 | |
| 450SLC 5.0 | 1977-1981 | 2,700 | 4990cc V8 | 240 | 297 | 3 Speed Auto | 140/225 | |
| 500SL | 1980-1989 | N/A | 4973cc V8 | 240 | 297 | 4 Speed Auto | 140/225 | |
| 500SLC | 1980-1989 | 1,300 | 4973cc V8 | 249 | 297 | 4 Speed Auto | 140/225 | |
| 560SL | 1985-1989 | 1,300 | 5547cc V8 | 300 | 279 | 4 Speed Auto | 137/220 | |
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