Fusion Motor Company proudly presents this timeless 1988
Mercedes-Benz 560 SL finished in a vibrant Signal Red exterior with
a gold pinstripe, a classic beauty that embodies the perfect
combination of luxury and style!!!
The 1988 Mercedes 560 SL showcases a sleek and timeless silhouette,
with clean lines and a low-slung profile that exudes
sophistication. Its iconic chrome grille, distinctive headlights,
and elegant body contours make a bold statement on the road,
capturing attention wherever you go.
The impressive 5.6-liter V8 engine delivers a smooth and effortless
performance. With 227 horsepower, this Mercedes roadster
accelerates with grace and authority, providing a thrilling driving
experience. The comfortable and responsive handling, combined with
the refined suspension, ensures a smooth and enjoyable ride.
The convertible top can be easily lowered to embrace the joy of
open-air motoring. Whether you're cruising along coastal roads or
navigating city streets, the Mercedes 560 SL offers a sense of
freedom and connection to the road that is simply unparalleled.
Step inside the cabin, and you'll be greeted by a luxurious
Palomino interior that showcases meticulous craftsmanship. The
high-quality leather seats provide exceptional comfort and support,
while the wood trim accents add a touch of warmth and
sophistication. The well-designed dashboard features classic analog
gauges and easy-to-use controls, preserving the timeless elegance
of this Mercedes-Benz.
This particular 1988 Mercedes 560 SL has been well-maintained and
displays 74,783 miles. This 560 SL comes with its original
hard-top, soft-top, stand, tool-kit, three keys, books, magazines,
service records, and invoices.
The body tag decodes as follows:
• 274 - Palomino Leather Upholstery
• 442 - Airbag Steering Wheel
• 491 - Built for the U.S.
• 519 - Becker Grand Prix Cassette Stereo
• 551 - Alarm System
• 568 - Signal Red Paint
• 581 - Automatic Climate Control
• 262 - Elimination of Rear-end Spoiler
• 808 - Built for the 1988 Model Year
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About the SL:
The Mercedes-Benz SL-Class is a grand tourer sports car
manufactured since 1954. The designation SL derives from the German
Super-Leicht, (English: Super Light). The original idea was
suggested by American importer Max Hoffman, who perceived a market
for a toned-down Gran Prix car tailored to affluent performance
enthusiasts in the booming post-war American market, which remains
the primary market for the vehicles.
The SL designation was first applied to the 300 SL, often referred
to as the "Gullwing" due to its gullwing or upward-opening
doors.
Mercedes-Benz did not announce what the abbreviation "SL" meant
when the car was introduced.
Leicht is either "easy" as an adverb or "light" as an adjective in
German. Defining a car it has to mean "Light".
It is often assumed that the letters stand for Sport Leicht. One
car magazine in 2012 declared that the abbreviation "SL" -
"securitized and personally signed by Rudolf Uhlenhaut " meant
Super Leicht. This contradicts "Mercedes-Benz 300 SL" of Engelen /
Riedner / Seufert, which was produced in close cooperation with
Rudolf Uhlenhaut showing that the abbreviation meant Sport
Leicht.
Mercedes-Benz used both forms until 2017. It was even called Super
Super. On the company website it was called Sport Leicht until 2017
and then changed to Super Leicht.
For a long time it was unclear what intention the company had at
the time when assigning the letter combination. It was not until
the beginning of 2017 that a chance finding in the corporate
archive clarified that the abbreviation SL stood for
Super-Leicht
The R107 and C107 are sports cars which were produced from 1971
through 1989, being the second longest single series ever produced
by the automaker, after the G-Class. They were sold under the SL
(R107) and SLC (C107) model names as the 280 SL, 280 SLC, 300 SL,
350SL, 350SLC, 380SL, 420SL, 450SL, 450SLC, 450SLC 5.0, 500SL,
500SLC and 560 SL.
The more powerful 500 SL with 5.0 liter engine, produced from
1980-1989, was not available in the US. This drove many customers
to obtain the car in the "gray market." Finally, a more powerful
version was available from the factory, from 1986 to 1989, the 560
SL. It was exclusive to the USA, European, Japanese and Australian
markets.
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information that is accurate and complete, we are aware that errors
and omissions may occur. Therefore, we are not able to guarantee
the accuracy of the information and we cannot accept liability for
loss or damage arising from misleading information or for any
reliance on which you may place on the information contained on
this website or our advertisements. We highly recommend that you
examine the vehicle to check the accuracy of the information
supplied. If you have any questions, please contact us at
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