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One of Sunset Boulevard’s iconic cruisers, the R107-generation Mercedes-Benz SL can be seen in many a Seventies and Eighties movie as the choice of wheels for the well-heeled. Enjoying a particularly long 18-year production run, this iconic example of Mercedes-Benz’ SL-Class two-door coupe and roadster is one of those classics that will only appreciate with age. Here’s a 1987 Mercedes-Benz 560SL Roadster with a reportedly genuine 40,852 original miles, coming from California. The seller reports that this rare color option is mostly original including the paint. If you’re looking to get in on classic SL action, this late-model R107 is a superb example to buy.
The iconic lines of the R107 have beautifully aged, much like a fine wine. This 1987 Mercedes-Benz 560SL Roadster sports a Smoke Silver paintwork and rolls on wheels with chrome covers, and the body sports the original decal pinstripes. New Michelin tires were reportedly recently installed. The seller honestly states that there is a slight fade on edge of the front fenders, a small spot on the driver’s door and a tape mark on the trunk lid. The soft top has been recently replaced, and the car also comes with its hard top included in the sale, as well as the original hardtop tools. Step aboard and you are welcomed by a Chocolate Brown interior featuring leather seats, wood-trim and plenty of creature comforts for the period. The seller reports that the dashboard has been replaced due to a crack in the original. New interior carpets are present, as is air conditioning which has been recently refurbished. The original Becker radio is no longer present, but that’s no bad thing as in its place is a modern Pioneer high-end head unit with AUX and USB inputs for you to enjoy a variety of music in modern formats. Another useful factor of late-model R107s is the presence of the driver airbag for added safety, which this example enjoys. Power windows and a power antenna are on board too.
This 1987 Mercedes-Benz 560SL Roadster is fitted with the automaker’s 5.6L V8 engine that uses Bosch fuel injection to deliver 227hp and 287lb-ft to the rear wheels via a 4G-TRONIC four-speed automatic transmission. Braking is via discs on all four wheels aided by an anti-lock braking system. The seller reports that the engine has never been rebuilt.
Car. Location: California 1987 MY Mercedes Benz 560SL Roadster Seller reports car is all original including paint Reported to be a rare color option Smoke Silver exterior Chocolate Brown interior Seller reports recent service Current owner reported since 1995 Recently replaced soft top Original hardtop included in sale Original hardtop tools included in sale. New brake rotors installed on rear
Seller reports the decal pinstripes are original Seller reports a slight fade on edge of the front fenders, a spot on the drivers door and small tape mark on the trunk lid New Michelin tires installed recently Dash was replaced according to seller due to a crack Interior carpets are reported to be new Stereo is not original - replaced with a high end Pioneer system Recently refurbished A/C Seller reports the engine has never been rebuilt 40,836 original miles reported
It is often said that life was better in the '80s. Music, clothes, and, of course, cars. This 1987 Mercedes 560SL is a car that could take you through time. Kept in pristine condition, this car is ready to stretch its legs, having covered just 80,000 miles in its 37-year life. With the name being around for 70 years, it's safe to assume that Mercedes knows what they’re doing.
The Mercedes-Benz R107 series of the fine SL-Class ran between 1971 and 1989. It is the second longest single-generation in Mercedes-Benz history, eclipsed only by the mighty G-Class. But that doesn’t mean the Mercedes-Benz were resting on their laurels. Contrary to that, they focused on incremental improvements and upgrades for every model year. That’s why if you were to park this 1988 Mercedes-Benz 560SL next to one from the initial years of the production run, you’d notice differences in the interior amenities, plus under the skin. So, if you want a later-model SL from the R107 generation, you can buy this car from us. It may have done 141,000 miles, but that’s mere child’s play for a well-maintained classic Merc.
The SL name has long been associated with sleek, graceful roadsters. In the late 50s and early 60s, Mercedes famously created the 300SL and the 190SL, and then the W113 SL series in the mid to late 60s, which were heralded as some of the best-looking cars of the era. Now the question lay, come the early 70s, could Mercedes keep up with this heritage? And they did, with the R107. Based on the W114 chassis, the R107 series was made from 1971 to 1989 as the sole 2-seater roadster in the Mercedes lineup. Following up on the success of the W113 SL in the US market, greater focus was placed on making the R107 more American-friendly, from the headlamps to the engine options. The 560SL was the flagship version in the US market, available from 1986 to 1989, with the 5.6L V8. The 500SL was even more powerful as it wasn’t held back by US emissions regulations but was never officially available in the US market for the same reason.
What was the finest full-size luxury car that one could buy in the '80s? Many would say that it was the Mercedes-Benz W126 S-Class. Produced between 1979 and 1991 as a sedan and wagon, the W126 is considered to be the pinnacle of Mercedes-Benz in the 20th century. It’s no surprise that many discerning petrolheads would relish the chance to own and drive a W126 – because it’s a car that’s meant to be driven and enjoyed, not secreted away in a climate-controlled storage facility. So, we’re proud to make one lucky petrolhead’s dream come true, with this 96,000-mile 1989 Mercedes-Benz 560 SEL up for sale right now. Act fast, because W126s don’t hang around, and particularly not when they’re in great condition like this one.
The 1991 Mercedes-Benz 560SEL Sedan is from the second generation of the legendary Mercedes-Benz S-Class line. The W126 is so far the most successful and the longest in production generation of the iconic S-Class. The W126 project was led by Mercedes-Benz Chief designer Bruno Sacco who aimed to make the new S-Class more aerodynamic, efficient and retain the unmistakable design elements that makes the S-Class an S-Class. The weight was significantly cut down by extensive use of high-strength low-alloy (HSLA) sheets and polyurethane deformable material for the bumpers and side claddings. Lighter alloy material was used for the heavily revised 5.6-liter M117 V8 engine that this Mercedes-Benz 560SEL houses. It is also the biggest engine that you could have had with a W126 S-Class. Our featured car has a total of 80,000 miles on the odometer. We’re told this particular model has been treated to new parts and has had the front end completely rebuilt as reported by the current owner.
The Mercedes-Benz SL-Class was born as a sports car with no intention of developing into a street version. Two years later, a street-legal version was proposed for wealthy performance car enthusiasts, as the personal luxury car market was thriving at the time. A few decades later, the famed German automaker Mercedes-Benz commemorated the 60th anniversary of a memorable motor racing success. An extraordinary special model of the SL Roadster was unveiled to celebrate this milestone, and it was dubbed the "Mille Miglia," referring to the unexpected victory of a 300 SL in the production sports cars class in 1955. This example is a 2016 Mercedes-Benz SL550 Special Edition Mille Miglia 417 with 30,150 miles on its clock. This is your chance to experience the unique symbiosis of maximum comfort and motor-racing spirit that traditionally characterizes every SL.
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