1978 Mercedes-Benz 450SL

• red paint looks bright, glossy and even across the hood and side in this front three-quarter shot, no obvious fading or damage 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
• cream seats are partly visible with the top down and look clean from a distance, but close wear cannot be judged, so reupholstery cost stays open
• alloy wheels look clean and uncurbed in this shot, no wheel refurb cost showing
• can't judge the dash - it is only glimpsed through the windshield, 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 $23,900 sold, the bright red paint and bright chrome in the single photo support the price on looks, but interior detail, engine and underside were not shown to confirm the rest.