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Mercedes C107 500SLC Service Repair ManualsBeginning production in 1980, the Mercedes Benz 500SLC Coupe hit the European market offering a sporty coupe to the European public.

The M117 5.0 Liter Engine that powered the 500SLC was a petrol powered V8 8-cylinder engine, motor # M117.960 single row timing chain, then updated to # 117.964 double row timing chain. It produced 237 to 241hp horsepower, or 177-180 kW kilowatt-sat depending on date manufactured.

With specifications of 0 to 100 km/h (62mph) in 7.80 seconds, a maximum top speed of 140 mph (225 km/h), and a curb weight of 3340 lbs (1515 kgs). The C107 500 SLC is a naturally-aspirated M 117 E 50 engine. This engine produces a maximum power of 240 PS (237 bhp - 177 kW) at 5000 rpm and a maximum torque of 402.0 Nm (296 lb.ft) at 5000 rpm. The power is transmitted to the road by the rear wheel drive (RWD) with a 4 speed Automatic gearbox.

On the topic of chassis details responsible for road holding, handling behavior and ride comfort, the C107 has Coil springs. Double wishbones. Anti-roll bar. front suspension and Coil springs. Anti-roll bar. rear suspension. For stopping power, the C107 500 SLC braking system includes Vented Discs at the front and Discs at the rear. The C107 500SLC model Coupé sold new from year 1980 until 1981.

Mercedes Benz Series R107 C107 Production Specs Sheet

Production of the 500SLC beginning in 1980 and running through 1981 was the smallest production run of the 107 series.

The chassis for the 500SLC #107.026 carried it through production of 1,133 cars produced.

MB 500SLC 1980-1981

Engine: 117.960

Automatic Transmission: 722.305

Mercedes C107 500SLC

1980-1981 500SLC Owner/Service Manual Listings

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Note: for English language chassis and body, electrical, and maintenance manuals we use the USA 380SL Manuals as they are an accurate reference though reversed opposite side steering, different


CD/DVD: 107 500SLC 5.0 Service Manual Collection

  • Mercedes C107 450SLC 5.0 500SLC Manual Collection CDApplications: 450SLC 5.0, 500SLC
  • Manuals Included: Chassis Body, Climate Control, Electrical, and Maintenance Manuals
  • Includes: M 117 E 50 / 117.960 Engine Manual
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Mercedes R107 C107 German Workshop ManualsHerunterladen 596mb: Europäische 107 Werkstatt-Handbuch
Motor, Getriebe, Elektrik, Klimakontrolle, Wartung, Fahrwerk, Karosserie, Serviceinformationen, Fehlerinformationen
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Download: 107 500SLC 5.0 Service Manual Collection

  • Mercedes C107 450SLC 5.0 500SLC Service Manual Collection DownloadApplications: 450SLC 5.0, 500SLC
  • Manuals Included: Chassis Body, Climate Control, Electrical, and Maintenance Manuals
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Mercedes C107 500SLC  German Workshop ManualsHerunterladen 596mb: Europäische 107 Werkstatt-Handbuch
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Download: M116 3.8L M117 5.0L Engine Repair Manual

Mercedes Engine Manual M116-3.8 380 M117-5.0 500 1981-19851981-1985 Motor Service Repair Manual For:

  • M116.96 3.8 Liter 380
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Mercedes Benz 722.3 722.4 Auto Transmission ManualMB 722.3 and 722.4 Model Transmissions
4 Speed Automatic Transmission Manuals 76.6mb
722.3 4-speed W4A-040 Auto Transmission
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Download: 107 Chassis Body Manual

Mercedes R107 380SL Chassis Body ManualDownload Desktop PC Installation Version
R107 Roadster, C107 Coupe, 1972-1989
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Mercedes Series 107 Motor Mounts ManualDownload .pdf Engine and Trans Mounts Manual 1.53mb
Mercedes Benz Series 107 500SLC Mounts

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Mercedes Series 107 Brakes ManualDownload Brake System and Components Manual 7.51mb
Mercedes Benz Series 107 500SLC Brake System

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