Vehicle Description
It's hard to believe but true. This classic 1987 Mercedes 560SL
offers V8 power, unique features, and is in the perfect color
combination... and yet you can get it all for less than an economy
car price.
The 560SL is highly desirable because it's the full wish list in
one car. These are elegant, powerful, comfortable, timeless and
nimble classics. The now legendary R107 model designation are
iconic because they represent an era when very few companies could
build a convertible without worrying about safety regulations.
Mercedes built their cars so robustly that the R107 exceeded these
standards, and they did it elegantly without an unsightly roll bar.
The Charcoal Gray paint shows signs of being the original
application. It has the perfect tone to look contemporary and
coordinate with the black convertible top. The gloss and shine this
paint retains is a testament to both Mercedes build quality and
good care. The same goes for the fit and finish all around this
classic convertible.
A great element of subtle elegance is how the sliver pinstripe on
the outside is also a preview of the interior color. So this one
looks nicely coordinated with the top down - exactly how the SL is
meant to be. Plus, the seats, carpeting, and door panels all retain
a nice silver presentation. The 560SL was one of the most expensive
cars Mercedes offered during its reign, and so the features list is
quite long. This includes conveniences such as power windows, power
steering, cruise control, an upgraded AM/FM/CD stereo, and
provisions for R134a air conditioning. Because this was built 1987,
there are also more modern safety features than most R107s, such as
anti-lock brakes, a third brake light, and a driver's air bag. You
might have also noticed the rear seats with seatbelts. This was not
a factory option in the USA, and so it's addition is a rare find on
our shores.
The 560SL came with a fuel-injected 5.6-liter V8 motor making 238
hp and 287 lb-ft of torque - more than the contemporary
Rolls-Royces. On the road, an R107 has a fully-independent chassis
that is the perfect balance of elastic comfort in a tight-handling
package. The four-speed automatic transmission knows how to snap to
attention under acceleration as well as provide terrific overdrive
cruising comfort. This was topped off with four-wheel disc brakes
for the best all-around control. In total, the Mercedes SL is in a
class all of its own. It has always been hard to define its
competitors because no other car combines grand touring comfort
with sporty flair so perfectly.
Complete with owner's manual, it's hard not to get excited about
complete timeless elegance for far less than the price any new
convertible out there. But you're not the only one who sees this,
so it won't last long in our showroom. Call today!!!
