Vehicle Description
1987 Mercedes-Benz 560SL Roadster - Oregon Car, Rust Free -
5.6L/238HP V8 - Hard and Soft Top - Wind Screen - Recent
Mechanicals: Rear Pads, Steering Stabilizer, Shifter Bushings,
Front Shocks, Battery, Black Convertible Top - Extremely Clean and
Well Cared For. (Please note: If you happen to be viewing this 1987
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The 560SL has maintained its reputation as a powerful, reliable,
well-appointed, classically-styled luxury automobile....
�€"Hagerty, February 2019 Hagerty continued their respectful 560SL
review: The 560SL was the last in the venerable R107 series (also
known as the W107).... In 1986, Mercedes shipped its most powerful
SL of the decade, and of the chassis type, to the United States. At
3781 pounds, the 560SL was also the heaviest of the SLs, but its
new 5.6-liter V-8 engine-with 227 horsepower and 287 lb-ft of
torque-had little trouble with the extra weight. In fact, it had a
top speed of about 140 mph. With all the characteristic Mercedes
model-improvement-- a new rear suspension, a limited-slip
differential to better handle the extra power, anti-lock brakes,
leather upholstery, an alarm system, and an airbag-the 560SL
maintained its lofty, most-desired position in the Stuttgart
automaker's lineup. The model also maintained its status-symbol
reputation. As Jim Mateja, the automotive writer for the Chicago
Tribune, put it: If recognition and having the common folk gawk
enviably as you pass are high on your list of priorities, then get
thee into a Mercedes-Benz 560SL. Offered here in ivory-exterior
paint-over-light-tan-leather is a perfectly understated luxury
Mercedes two-seater. An Oregon car for most of its life, the
condition of the cosmetics and the mechanicals of the car show how
consistent and quality maintenance of these classic automobiles can
extend their life almost indefinitely. With 97,000 accident-free
miles (a mere 2,700 miles per-year on average), it's clear this
560SL was always a special-night-out, trip to the college football
game, or fall-color-tour conveyance, rather than an everyday
driver. And that's good news for its next owner. The car's exterior
retains a new appearance. Body-panel fit shows perfect factory
tolerances. Paint is uniformly shiny and un-faded, including on the
removable hardtop (its roll-around carrier appears as-new).
Brightwork, including the chromed wheels, Mercedes emblem centered
in the front grille, and side-mirror caps is virtually flawless.
Rubber trim, proper emblems, lenses and windshield glass show no
obvious wear or damage. The black-fabric convertible top is free of
wear signs or rub marks, is properly fitted, and its clear-plastic
windows are 100%... clear. This 560SL could never have been left
for any extended period in direct sunlight. Not surprisingly, owner
literature is included in the sale. The car's interior continues
the evidence of exceptional owner care over the years. Every
surface is free of signs of careless use, much less abuse. Leather
seating surfaces are without rips, tears, or even much evidence of
use. Similarly, the dash instruments (note the unfaded needles on
the gauges), console-mounted shifter, door trim (even when viewed
from below), steering wheel, factory Becker Grand Prix audio
system, champagne-colored carpeting and Mercedes-embroidered carpet
mats all show very little evidence of wear or fading. Wood trim-a
highlight of any Mercedes vehicle from this era-on the console and
dash is free of any cracks or noteworthy surface wear, and retains
its properly glossy finish. Under the hood, the engine bay is
complete, clean, and prope