1988 Mercedes-Benz 560SL

5.5L Naturally Aspirated V8 | Burgundy Leather Interior | Soft Top & Hard Top

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250434128

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Model:
VIN:
WDBBA48D0JA089678
Lot Number:
250434128
Condition:
Used
Odometer:
141,893 miles
(Exempt / TMU)
Engine:
5.5L Naturally Aspirated V8
Drive Type:
Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD)
Transmission:
Automatic
Exterior Color:
Burgundy
Interior Color:
Burgundy
Vinyl Wrap:
Vehicle Location:
Texas
  • 1988 Mercedes-Benz 560SL
  • 5.5L Naturally Aspirated V8
  • 4-Speed Automatic
  • Cabernet Red Metallic Exterior
  • Burgundy Leather Interior
  • RWD
  • Bosch Jetronic Fuel Injection
  • AM/FM Radio
  • Soft Top & Hard Top

Overview of 1988 Mercedes-Benz 560SL For Sale by Owner

The Mercedes-Benz R107-generation SL is undoubtedly one of the most beloved and popular models that the Three-Pointed Star has ever made. Produced for 18 years, this era of SL is the second-longest generation Mercedes has ever made, second only to the equally iconic G-Wagen. And it’s not hard to see why: timeless looks coupled with incredible performance and luxury cemented it as one of the best roadsters money could buy. Our featured car is a 1988 Mercedes-Benz 560SL, featuring a large-displacement V8 under the hood. This car is located in Frisco, Texas, and has a reported over 141,000 miles on the clock.

Exterior and Interior

The boxy yet sophisticated lines of the SL are perfectly complemented by the burgundy paint job that this 1988 Mercedes-Benz 560SL features. You’ll note the larger US-spec front and rear bumpers, mandated at the time, adding originality to this specimen. It sits on what appear to be original-spec 15-inch wheels, which are wrapped in BFGoodrich rubber. While the car features a retractable soft top, our featured example also boasts a hard top, enhancing both the protection and styling of the vehicle. Inside, the smart and functional dashboard transports you to a simpler era. The layout of the dials and gauges is clear and concise in typical classic Mercedes fashion. The cabin is endowed with burgundy leather, as well as burgundy carpets and lower dash portions, making this ’80s cabin truly coordinated with the exterior finish. The driver is presented with a large four-spoke steering wheel, featuring the Mercedes logo proudly at its center, with readouts for the car’s speed (in mph and km/h), RPM, oil pressure, water temperature, fuel level, and economy all displayed.

Engine

At the heart of this 1988 Mercedes-Benz 560SL lies a 5.6-liter V8 engine paired with a four-speed automatic transmission, which directs power to the rear wheels. You’ll also find Mercedes’ famously composed suspension ensures confident handling, while the refined drivetrain will likely provide smooth, quiet, and reliable operation.

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Passenger side photo of 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560SL

1986 Mercedes-Benz 560SL

Current Ask
$59,500

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.

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Passenger side photo of 1988 Mercedes-Benz 560SL

1988 Mercedes-Benz 560SL

Current Ask
$21,999

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.

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Passenger side photo of 1988 Mercedes-Benz 560SL

1988 Mercedes-Benz 560SL

Current Ask
$22,000

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1999 Mercedes-Benz G320

Current Ask
$115,000

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1983 Mercedes-Benz 280SL

Current Ask
$25,000

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1967 Mercedes-Benz 230SL

Current Ask
$65,000

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1967 Ford Mustang Hardtop

Current Ask
$35,999

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1967 Oldsmobile 442 Convertible

Current Ask
$70,000

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Current Ask
$69,999

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