280 SL Number Plate
The known history of 280SL, bringing together documented vehicle assignments, auction sales, advertisements, photographs and other evidence.
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280 SL (280SL) – Number Plate History & Timeline
Also written as 280SL. History, past vehicles, DVLA records, auction sales, advert appearances, spotted photos, pictures and images for number plate 280 SL.
On Vehicle
Currently on a 1970 White Mercedes SL
Sold
This number plate was issued at a DVLA auction in November 1997.
It sold for a hammer price of £4,800 and a total of £6,204 including fees and taxes.
Accounting for inflation, that's £12,523 in today's money.
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