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1980 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class (280SL Convertible, blue, classic)
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- Make
- Mercedes-Benz
- Model
- SL-Class
- Variant
- 280SL Convertible
- Year
- 1980
- Decade
- 1980s
- Colour
- Blue
This catalogue entry records a 1980 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class 280SL Convertible in blue, a convertible and sports car, from the 1980s.
The 1980 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class 280SL Convertible in blue is filed under Classic, Convertible and Sports car, within the 1980s picture cars.
1980s on screen
The exact point within the eighties matters when combining vehicles with wardrobe, and reference images can help keep the different departments working to the same date. A locked-off eighties exterior still requires background attention, because passing present-day cars can enter a view that looked suitable when the location was first photographed. A supermarket or shopping-street scene needs attention to the signs behind the car, since modern lettering can stand out even when the vehicle choice is appropriate.
Possible roles in a production
Hair, hats and loose costume details should be rehearsed for open-top action, especially when performers need to repeat the same look between camera angles. Open-air dialogue needs a sound plan that accounts for wind and the location, rather than assuming the convertible alone will make recording straightforward. For a leisure-location scene, greetings and waiting can explain why a sports car is present without inventing a racing background or previous use.
About this listing
Blue is the colour listed for this 1980 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class 280SL Convertible, categorised as Classic, Convertible and Sports car. For this model, our catalogue has 7 Mercedes-Benz SL-Classs. This selection brings together dated model entries across 1980 to 2016. The model group includes entries described in brown, green, black and red as well. For context, our make listings total 140 Mercedes-Benz vehicles, alongside a period selection of 379 cars from the 1980s.
Questions about this car
Can I hire this 1980 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class in blue for filming?
A listing gives you a vehicle reference, not a reservation: send the dates and location for your Mercedes-Benz SL-Class enquiry so we can check availability properly.
Is the photo of this exact car?
No: this photograph illustrates the Mercedes-Benz SL-Class, rather than the individual car being offered; we identify the exact vehicle and confirm its colour when sending options.
What if this Mercedes-Benz SL-Class isn't available?
Looking beyond the 7 Mercedes-Benz SL-Classs, you can browse 140 Mercedes-Benz vehicles, or use the 379 cars from the 1980s collection to consider a different model for the period.
Can it be driven on camera?
This Mercedes-Benz SL-Class listing does not promise on-camera driving; the particular action, owner's agreement and insurance must be checked, alongside the required transport and driver arrangements.
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