Vehicle Description
It's hard to believe but true. This classic 1989 Mercedes 560SL is
in the in an exceptionally well-preserved, finished in its ideal
factory color combo, has two tops, and its original powerful V8...
and yet you don't have to pay over $26k to join high society.
Mercedes built these R107 SLs correct from day one, and so if you
find a well-preserved example like this one, age is barely a
factor. Super straight sheetmetal, complete trim, and Teutonic
precision in the gaps tell you that you're looking at a proper
classic Mercedes. The factory-applied Astral Silver metallic paint
is still a stunner when the sunlight hits it. Plus, the color
matches the silver wheels, and it's one of the few colors from the
era that still looks modernly elegant today. That gives this a
timeless elegance, and that's important in a classic Mercedes.
After all, when you show up to the country club, and everyone sees
the blue pinstripe that matches both the blue top and the blue
interior, they will be too impressed to bother asking how much you
paid.
One of the best complements to the exterior paint is the interior
color. Whether people see you on sunny days with the optional blue
leather, or even when the blue fabric top is up, both of these
highlight the kind of corresponding colors that are still being
utilized by the finest carmakers today. Beyond just the perfect
hues, this Mercedes is desirable because there's plenty of evidence
of a pampered life. The carpets, dashboard, and wood grain center
console basically show no signs of sun damage - a near impossible
find in a classic droptop. The 560SL was one of the most expensive
cars Mercedes offered during its reign, so the features list is
quite long. This includes conveniences such as air conditioning,
power windows, power locks, power steering, cruise control, and an
upgraded AM/FM/CD stereo. Because this was built 1989, 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.
The 560SL came with a big 5.6-liter V8 motor making 238 hp and 287
lb-ft of torque - more than the estimated power of a contemporary
Rolls-Royce. On the road, an R107 has a fully-independent chassis
that is the perfect balance of elastic comfort in a tight-handling
package. This was topped of with a four-speed automatic
transmission and 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 in a quick and nimble machine so
perfectly.
This timeless classic proves its worth in the full file that comes
with it, which includes the original window sticker, bill of sale,
title docs, and maintenance records. It's the superior classic that
begs for the long way home and can carry all the luggage for a
weekend getaway. A full wish list car like this is a great way to
teat yourself, so grab a bit of the good life at a great price.
Call now!!