We're seeing many R107 Mercedes-Benz SL roadsters coming our way, and that's a good thing. You see, the R107 was the definitive car of the well-heeled in the Seventies and Eighties. Hollywood stars drove them on- and off-screen. Ditto Chairmen (and women), CEOs, and successful entrepreneurs. That fact, coupled with Mercedes-Benz's legendary reliability when correctly maintained, guaranteed a lot of cars are not only surviving but thriving to this day. This particular 1988 Mercedes-Benz 560SL is no different. Displaying 162,000 miles on the odometer, it's said to have undergone a complete restoration approximately a decade ago. Of those miles, a mere 2,000 are reported to have been done post-restoration, making this car as fresh as you can expect. Are you ready to put another 160,000 on this car? Trust us, you'll enjoy every moment of doing so.
This 1988 Mercedes-Benz 560SL flaunts its timeless design in a regal shade of new teal paint and rolls on period-correct Mercedes-Benz alloys. Lower models in Mercedes-Benz's hierarchy might have gotten steel wheels and hubcaps at the time, not the top-shelf SL. As a proper North American market homologated car, it's got the obligatory elongated bumpers and separate headlamps, too. The car comes with a black convertible top, allowing you to enjoy unlimited sun and sky on pleasant days. Inside, you've got a two-seat cabin in black and tan, with plenty of creature comforts for the time. There's air conditioning and the stock Becker Grand Prix radio cassette head unit, as was common on Mercedes-Benz vehicles at the time. We also see an Alpine CD changer control directly beneath the head unit, indicating that this car has CD playback capabilities. A peek into the trunk confirms this, so you can load up a selection of CDs whenever you hit the road. And you'll definitely want to hit the road often in this car, thanks to its sublime ride and surprisingly potent engine.
As the top dog in the R107 line-up, this 1988 Mercedes-Benz 560SL enjoys a 5.6L V8 beneath its long hood. You can call up 227hp and 287lb-ft via your right foot and send it to the rear wheels through a 4-speed automatic gearbox. Meanwhile, the recirculating ball steering wheel with power assistance and 4-wheel power disc brakes ensure that driving this car is as easy as you'd expect.
If you want a German classic car with some modern conveniences, a V8 under the hood and a fine legacy, you can’t go amiss by choosing a Mercedes-Benz SL from the R107 era. Over 300,000 were made between 1971 and 1989, of which two thirds came to North America. The R107 redefined the term boulevard cruiser, with its performance, luxury interior and driving manners over long distances. If that sounds like your cup of tea, we have this 1989 Mercedes-Benz 560SL for sale right now. It’s from Scottsdale, Arizona, and has covered just over 71,000 miles so far. It’s also got a smooth M177 5.6-liter V8 under the hood.
You might be wondering why there are so many R107-series Mercedes-Benz SLs for sale. Certainly, we at Exotic Car Trader have shifted our fair share. You see, that’s because the R107 was one of the best-sellers of its time. Between 1971 and 1989, Mercedes-Benz made over 300,000 of them. That’s pretty decent for a top-tier luxury car, and what’s even more eye-widening is, two-thirds of that was official US market sales! Yes, that’s before we consider the gray market or personal imports from Europe. Another factor that explains why so many are surviving is because they are built to last. Packing that inimitable Mercedes-Benz quality and sturdiness, there are plenty of examples to go around, ensuring that as many enthusiasts can experience the car as possible. Today’s 1988 Mercedes-Benz 560SL from Blue Ridge, Georgia is no different. It may have driven over 149,000 miles so far, but that’s mere chicken feed for this Merc. Plus, it comes with the original window sticker and maintenance records too.
With over 300,000 produced and two-thirds of that ending up in North America, the Mercedes-Benz R107 SL-Class is one of those success stories that must be told. The series ran between 1971 and 1989, and during that time, Mercedes-Benz made countless upgrades and updates. While American cars were burdened with lower power outputs and emission controls, European cars were able to better weather the storm as they were already being made to be frugal yet powerful. So, if you’d like to get your hands on a well-equipped, low-mileage R107, this 39,000-mile 1987 Mercedes-Benz 560SL from Hattiesburg, Mississippi is the right choice. With its V8 engine, 4-speed automatic gearbox and leather interior, this is old-school Mercedes-Benz luxury at its finest.
Mercedes-Benz has a fine array of grand tourers, but if you want a true-blue sports car with a star on its nose, the Mercedes-AMG GT is as fine as they come. Introduced in 2014, the AMG GT is now in its second generation of production. It’s a fearsome two-door fastback coupe with a twin-turbo V8 under its hood. Hence, it makes for a fine car to drive regularly, and we have a 2024 Mercedes-AMG GT 55 for sale right now. This 3,000-mile machine comes with a 469 horsepower 4.0-liter V8, an AMG Speedshift MCT 9-speed automatic gearbox, all-wheel drive and a host of tech features. It’s currenrly available in Dallas.
If you want a German classic car with some modern conveniences, a V8 under the hood and a fine legacy, you can’t go amiss by choosing a Mercedes-Benz SL from the R107 era. Over 300,000 were made between 1971 and 1989, of which two thirds came to North America. The R107 redefined the term boulevard cruiser, with its performance, luxury interior and driving manners over long distances. If that sounds like your cup of tea, we have this 1989 Mercedes-Benz 560SL for sale right now. It’s from Scottsdale, Arizona, and has covered just over 71,000 miles so far. It’s also got a smooth M177 5.6-liter V8 under the hood.
The Mercedes-Benz G-Class stands in stark contrast to the rest of this iconic German luxury car maker’s offerings. Its boxy, prominent, and can venture off-road with gusto. Introduced in 1979 as a military machine on the request of the Shah of Iran, civilian variants emerged in 1979. Since then, the G-Class has gained the typical Mercedes-Benz luxury features and technological highlights, but maintains its immense off-road capabilities. This 2019 Mercedes-Benz G550 is one fine example and it’s up for sale in Salt Lake City, Utah. With 94,604 miles on it, you can tell that it’s meant to be driven. Plus, given its off-road abilities, this is the perfect family vehicle for the outdoors-loving crowd.
The BMW 5-Series is the default choice for a luxury midsize sedan that tends towards driving pleasure. Sure, Mercedes-Benz’s E-Class rules the roost, but BMW’s Ultimate Driving Machine tag isn’t just mere words. With every Five, you’ll find that extra bit of driver engagement that you just can’t find in any other German or similar luxury executive car. Today’s 2021 BMW 540i comes from Sedro-Wooley, Washington and has covered just over 30,000 miles so far. It’s from the seventh, or G30 generation which was introduced in 2017 and Life Cycle Impulsed (that’s BMW speak for facelifted) in 2020. So, if you want a family hauler that’s comes in sedan form, and is pleasurable to drive, here’s a great candidate to check out.
Debuting in 1969, the Range Rover was made by Land Rover as a vehicle that would slot in above their Land Rover Series model, in terms of size, as well as luxury. It proved to be a strong seller, and continues to this day, having spawned some sub-derivatives like the Range Rover Sport and Range Rover Velar too. Hence, for those seeking an iconic British luxury four-by-four, a regular Range Rover is a great choice. Today’s 2017 Range Rover SV Autobiography LWB is a Cornelius-based fourth generation variant with only under 37,000 miles on the clock. It’s got a powerful supercharged V8 under the hood, a panoramic sliding glass roof, and comes in long wheelbase variant for extra interior space. Hence, it’s a superbly spacious luxury SUV for a family that only needs four seats.
Grand touring, it's an experience that blends the finest elements of what makes automotive. The perfect recipe calls for equal parts performance, looks, luxury, and a hint of practicality. There are a handful of manufacturers who have perfected the recipe for grand touring, and BMW is one of them. Present today is a frontrunner in their lineup of grand tourers, taking shape with this 2012 BMW 650i Convertible. With a reported 98,000 miles on the clock, this machine looks forward to being commanded by its new custodian and to exploring weekend getaways in style.
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