Vehicle Description
1986 Mercedes-Benz 560SL
A 560SL of 1986 can trace its ancestry back to 1954 and the world
championship 300 SLR sports-racing machines which swept all before
it on a career that saw it retire undefeated in 1955. The 300 SL
and all SL's to follow had their genesis in this immortal " Silver
Arrow".
This one owner, always garage kept 560SL is in effect 3 different
560SL's...an open-air roadster, a convertible coupe, and with
fitting the steel hardtop, a closed grand touring coupe. This
beautiful car can provide the pleasures of a sporting machine, and
the benefits of a Mercedes-Benz. Built like a Panzer tank and the
looks of a centerfold Mercedes-Benz was hitting their stride with
this late 1980's SL Roadster.
Exterior
Cabernet Red Metallic covers this wonderfully straight steel
paneled sportster, with only a few minor faults and hazing of the
paint that a weekend worth of paint correction should take care of.
Ribbed side mounted signal lights and wrap around ribbed taillights
are designed this way to be self-cleaning. A shiny grill surround
with the large tri-pointed star leads the way, and a chromed bumper
with black vinyl side coverings shows in front and rear. The tan
convertible top is showing as nearly new, because it was replaced
approximately 3.5 years ago and the rear window shows with light
hazing, but it remains in nice tight condition. A hardtop in body
matching Cabernet Red Metallic comes with this car and is like new.
Forged alloy wheels can be noted on all 4 corners wrapped in newer
blackwall rubber. All is classy and in great condition, what else
can be said?...as upon viewing this beautiful example I'm
speechless!
Interior
Palomino covered leather upholstered bucket seats rest within an
environment of exotic burl walnut veneers, and all important very
clean instrumentation. This interior is the original and presents
with light soiling and age appropriate wear. Included are a
plethora of creature comforts like power windows, power mirrors,
climate control, and cruise control. A full size steering wheel
fronts a pristine dash with nary a bit of dust on the bezels or
glass fronted gauges. Plush velvety tan carpeting floods this two
seater's floors, rear storage compartment, and trunk. All of this
carpeting is in lightly faded but overall good condition.
Drivetrain
The 5.6 Liter alloy, V8 engine incorporates Bosch D-Jetronic
electronic fuel injection and sits in an original condition engine
bay. A light coating of dust and patina is noted but overall, very
nicely preserved. The hydraulically actuated torque converter
automatic 4-speed transmission sits behind the V8 and can be used
in automatic mode or be shifted manually. On the back is a 2.47
axle.
Undercarriage
Seen is a slight patina on the chassis that draws its design from
that racing heritage, the 4-wheel anti-lock power disc brakes,
beautifully maintained suspension and limited slip differential,
one would expect nothing else from this vintage automobile.
Independent coil spring suspension provides the handling and ride
on all 4 corners. We note the beginnings of invasive rust at the
rocker to body pinch weld and on a few other undercarriage seams as
well.
Drive-Ability
A very nice driver, great handling, and power to call on when
needed. The 3 versions are a real plus, allowing you to use this
car year-round, although it's a classic so it is perfectly fine to
spend some extra time in your garage. These older 560SL's are very
hot right now, and my test drive proved that, although with the top
down it kept me nice and cool. Plus putting the soft top up is a
breeze when faced with an errant rain shower. All functions
functioning, save for the A/C and the radio but otherwise a great
sporty driver
It's not very often you drive a car and instantly fall in love with
the quality of the ride, the envy of the sheer power, and the
luxury you are surrounded with. This car is 36 years old, and with
the look of things the lifelong indoor storage has helped preserve
this German cruiser. I definitely have MB envy, and after my test
drive I wanted to take it home but decided to leave it for you to
take. So, come and get it, as I hear the dinner bell ringing!
VIN DECODE
WDBBA48D1GA042586
W-Germany
D-Mercedes Benz
B-Passenger Car
B-SL Class
A-Roadster
48-560SL
D-Manual Belts, Driver's Airbag
1-Check Digit
G-1986
A-Sindelfingen Assy Plant
042586-Sequential Unit Number
Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special
interest automobile showroom, featuring over 650 vehicles for sale
with showroom space for up to 1,000 vehicles. Also, a 400 vehicle
barn find collection is on display.
This vehicle is located in our showroom in Morgantown,
Pennsylvania, conveniently located just 1-hour west of Philadelphia
on the I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. The website is
www.classicautomall.com and our phone number is (888) 227-0914.
Please contact us anytime for more information or to come see the
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