1977 Mercedes-Benz 450SL

• black paint looks deep and glossy across the hood and side in this front three-quarter shot, no obvious damage showing, so no paint bill visible from here
• chrome grille, headlight surrounds and side trim 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 wear and splits cannot be judged close up, so reupholstery cost stays open
• alloy wheels and tires look clean and presentable 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 $24,300 sold, the glossy black paint and bright chrome in the single photo support the price on looks, but interior close-ups, engine and underside were never shown to back it up.