The R107 and C107 used chassis components from the 1968 Mercedes-Benz W114 mid-size model and initially mated them to the M116 and M117 V8 engines used in the W108, W109 and W111 series. Body styles for the R107 and C107 did not change significantly from their introduction in 1971 until the end of production in 1981 (coupe) or 1989 (convertible).
The Mercedes-Benz R107 and C107 are sports cars produced by Mercedes-Benz from 1971 to 1989, the second longest running single model series.
The SL version (R107) was a 2-seat convertible/roadster with a standard soft top, with an optional winter hard top and a rarely optioned rear small bench.
North America was a key market for this personal luxury car, with two-thirds of R107 and C107 production sold there.