Vehicle Description
Owning a Mercedes is a total quality experience, and so when you
search for one on the classic market, you want it to have received
the proper care and maintenance that a world-class luxury car
should. This 1988 Mercedes 560SL is such a vehicle with a great
presentation, loaded interior, both tops, maintenance history, and
a body that retains its German precision quality.
This is one of the best vehicles for someone who appreciates
timeless sophistication with just a hint of flash. The
factory-correct Astral Silver Metallic is understated in its
elegance, but it has a shine that nicely complements the factory
alloy wheels. It also helps that the body retains its crisp and
creased appearance, so all of the bodylines flow uninterrupted over
smooth and even panels. A proper premium vehicle also is a
well-coordinated effort. That's why the black folding top
coordinates so nicely with the soft rubber trim that encircles this
Benz to protect it from parking lot dings. And for true
distinction, the color-match hardtop gives this a coupe-like
profile. If you don't know how to properly stow these roofs, don't
worry because this SL comes with the owner's manual packet,
including the roof literature to help you.
More evidence of a careful life is seen inside. The black interior
has a crisp look, and the darkness is broken up by glossy wood trim
on the dash and center console. This color complements the exterior
nicely, and so you'll proudly enjoy this one with the top down.
You'll also enjoy this classic because it comes with all the right
modern luxury features. This includes desirable conveniences such
as power windows, power locks, power steering, cruise control, the
desirable factory Becker Grand Prix AM/FM/cassette stereo, and air
conditioning. Because this was built 1988, there are also more
modern features than most R107s, such as a third brake light and a
driver's air bag.
The 560SL came with a big 5.6-liter motor, and this fuel-injected
V8 is known for its smoothness. 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 off 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 example has preserved
the heritage and has averaged less than 2,000 miles per year since
new. Just because this car has not covered nearly as much ground as
its contemporaries does not mean it was sitting out on maintenance.
In fact, the large service history file that comes with the car
will prove its worth. Of course, all you have to do is look at the
condition of the engine bay and see that this one literally shines
above the rest.
This Mercedes is elegant and preserved luxury. So if you demand the
best, don't miss this SL. Call today!!!