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Nov 06, 2024 - 04:31 PM
The Mercedes R107 SL and C107 SLC are part of the same model family but have notable differences:
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R107 SL (Roadster)
- Body Style: 2-door convertible/roadster
- Seating: 2 seats (with an optional small rear bench seat)
- Roof: Detachable soft-top with an optional hardtop
- Production Years: 1971-1989
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C107 SLC (Coupé)
- Body Style: 2-door hardtop coupé
- Seating: 4 seats, with a fixed roof and optional sliding steel sunroof
- Wheelbase: Longer by 14.2 inches (36 cm) than the SL
- Production Years: 1971-1981
Overall, the R107 SL is a convertible focused on an open-top driving experience, while the C107 SLC is a coupé offering more practicality with additional seating and a fixed roof.