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I have a 1979 Mercedes 450Sl that pulls to the right whenever I brake. Any idea what the problem could be.

Hi,

 Your brake pull could be caused by a number of factors all that need to be checked out.  You did not mention the mileage, but on a car of this age it is possible that the suspension bushings or anything else on the front suspension is worn. Additionally you could have a sticking caliper on one side that is making one brake engage first, or a failing caliper on the left side which is not transfering as much pressue to the pads/rotors as the right side. This is an issue that needs to be dealt with soon by you or a quailifed repair shop.

 Thanks and good luck with your repair!

James

The Mercedes-Benz R107 automobiles were produced from 1972 through 1989. They were sold under the SL-Class and SLC-Class model names, respectively. The R107 replaced the W113 SL-Class in 1972 and was replaced by the R129 SL-Class in 1989.

1972 Mercedes-Benz W107 350SL V8
1972–1980 450SLC V8
1974–1981 280SLC V8
1971–1980 350SLC V8
1973–1980 450SL V8
1975–1985 280SL Straight 6
1980–1981 380SLC V8
1978–1981 500SLC V8 (Created for a Rally Version, initially known as the 450SLC-5.0, up to 1979, then as the 500SLC)
1981–1989 500SL V8
1981–1985 380SL V8
1986–1989 300SL Straight 6
1986–1989 420SL V8
1986–1989 560SL V8 (USA and AUSTRALIAN market only)