1976 Mercedes-Benz 450SL

• pale light blue paint looks glossy and even across the hood and side in this front three-quarter shot, no obvious dents or rust showing, so no paint bill visible from here
• chrome grille, headlight trim and side mouldings look bright and straight, no replating cost evident in this view
• black interior is only glimpsed through the open top, seat tops look tidy from a distance, but close wear cannot be judged, so reupholstery cost stays open
• alloy wheels look clean in this shot, no wheel refurb cost showing
• can't judge the dash - it is not shown close up, so crack or repair cost is unknown
• can't judge the engine bay - it is not shown at all, so any engine work cost is unknown
• can't judge the underside - it is not shown at all, so rust or floor repair cost is unknown
• can't judge the convertible top - it is folded down and the fabric is not shown, so a new top cost cannot be ruled out

Money: At $23,100 sold, the glossy pale blue paint and bright chrome in the single photo support the price on looks, but the sale had no detailed interior, engine or underside photo evidence behind it.