- 1988 Mercedes-Benz 560SL
- 5.6L Naturally Aspirated V8
- Bosch KE-Jetronic Fuel Injection
- 4-Speed Automatic
- RWD
- Red Exterior
- Saddle Leather Interior
- Black Soft Top
- Red Hard Top
- Car Cover
- Aftermarket Wheels
If you want to own a practical and regularly usable German classic, an example of the R107 series Mercedes-Benz SL-Class is a great choice. Produced from 1971 to 1989, later models of the series were much upgraded and updated over the earlier ones. Plus, with their legendary Mercedes-Benz build quality and reliability from the period, there’s little reason to fear a well-maintained example. This 81,476-mile 1988 Mercedes-Benz 560SL from Spring Hill, Florida is one prime example. It’s said to be an all-stock car, save for its aftermarket five-double spoke alloy wheels which are from Mercedes-Benz anyways, so you’re still in the family. Let’s find out a bit more about this car.
Exterior and Interior
Draped in gorgeous bright red, this 1988 Mercedes-Benz 560SL is a car for those who aren’t shy of attention. The car’s newer Mercedes-Benz silver alloy wheels add a further degree of interest, in the form of a retro-modern way. You can easily tell that this is a US-market car by way of its elongated safety bumpers and dual sealed beam headlamps, but these elements don’t really take away the overall charm of the R107’s design which was the work of Joseph Gallitzendörfer and Friedrich Geiger. Furthermore, this car comes with a color-matched removable hardtop, as well as a black convertible top, so it’s like having two cars in one package. A car cover is also included with the sale. The Saddle colored interior of this 1988 Mercedes-Benz 560SL comes with comforts such as automatic climate control, power mirrors, power windows and a power radio antenna. The classic radio has been swapped out for a moder modern Kenwood single-DIN head unit with a CD player, a USB port and an AUX input. This is a very reasonable upgrade, as it broadens your choices of music, and we also see a set of new speakers installed within the rear cargo area behind the two seats. Since this is a later model R107, it’s also got the airbag-equipped steering wheel that came about in the Eighties.
Engine
A 5.6-liter naturally aspirated V8 powers this 1988 Mercedes-Benz 560SL, and it’s hooked up to a 4-speed automatic transmission and rear-wheel drive system. This makes for effortless performance in town and on the highway. Power steering and power disc brakes are standard as well.
Few grand tourers wear their age as gracefully as the 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 SL, and this example captures the R107 formula in one of its most desirable late-production forms. Showing approximately 39,199 miles, it pairs a Signal Red exterior with a Palomino leather interior and Dark Brown convertible soft top, giving it the quintessential color combination many enthusiasts associate with the era. As the flagship U.S.-market R107, the 560 SL blended V8 power, understated luxury, and timeless styling into a roadster that remains one of Mercedes-Benz’s most recognizable classics.
The 1988 Mercedes-Benz 560 SL represents the final and most developed chapter of the long-running R107 roadster, pairing classic Mercedes-Benz styling with V8 power and a luxury-focused driving experience. Showing 111,950 miles, this example is finished in Arctic White over Alpaca Gray leather with a black convertible soft top. Its specification includes automatic climate control, a folding front armrest, heat-insulating green glass, a heated rear window, and a Sony audio head unit. With its upright grille, long hood, compact two-seat cabin, and unmistakable R107 profile, the 560 SL remains one of the most recognizable Mercedes-Benz roadsters of its era.
The 1988 Mercedes-Benz 560 SL represents the final and most developed iteration of the long-running R107 SL platform, combining classic Mercedes-Benz roadster styling with the smooth V8 power and refinement expected of the flagship 560 model. Showing 148,002 miles, this example is finished in Desert Taupe Metallic over a Pebble leather interior and is accompanied by both a Dark Brown convertible soft top and a body-colored removable hard top. Automatic climate control, heat-insulating green glass, and an anti-theft alarm system add to the grand-touring character, while the 5.6L V8 and rear-wheel-drive layout give the 560 SL the relaxed yet capable performance that made it one of the defining luxury roadsters of its era.
This 1999 Mercedes-Benz G 320 is a particularly appealing short-wheelbase W463, combining the compact proportions enthusiasts seek with a thoughtful mix of original Mercedes-Benz hardware and later upgrades. Showing approximately 50,797 actual miles, this European-import example is finished in Tanzanite Blue Metallic over a reupholstered tan leather interior. Its 3.2L naturally aspirated M112 V6, 5-speed automatic, and 4WD preserve the classic G-Class mechanical character, while later OEM Mercedes-Benz body components, Bilstein shocks, modern lighting, upgraded audio, and smartphone connectivity make it considerably easier to enjoy today.
This 1983 Mercedes-Benz 280 SL captures the elegant grand-touring character that made the R107 one of Mercedes-Benz’s most enduring roadsters. Showing approximately 112,669 miles, this European-specification example pairs its 2.8L naturally aspirated M110 inline-six with a 4-speed automatic transmission and rear-wheel drive. Finished in Champagne Metallic over a Brazil leather interior, it also features both a brown convertible soft top and a removable body-colored hardtop, giving it genuine year-round versatility. European-market headlights and bumpers, classic 14-inch Bundt alloy wheels, and period-correct cabin details give this 280 SL the unmistakable look and feel of an early-1980s Mercedes roadster.
The Mercedes-Benz W113 SL is one of those designs that needs very little introduction, and the 230 SL is where the celebrated “Pagoda” story began. This 1967 Mercedes-Benz 230 SL Roadster shows approximately 28,430 miles and combines elegant open-top styling with the mechanical character enthusiasts expect from an early W113: a fuel-injected 2.3L inline-six, 4-speed manual transmission, rear-wheel drive, and fully independent suspension. Finished in dark blue over a tan interior with a white convertible soft top, it has the classic proportions, restrained chrome detailing, and driver-focused simplicity that make these cars so enduring. Upgraded Focal speakers add a subtle modern touch without taking away from the car’s unmistakably period atmosphere.
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