Vehicle Description
1989 Mercedes-Benz 560SL Roadster
The 560SL was the final version of the R107 series. It made its
debut in September 1985, when the model was given a facelift for
the 1986 model year. 46,263 were supplied to the United States over
their production run from 1985 to 1989 and just 5,351 560SL's were
built in 1989 and not all of them were imported to the U.S.
For consignment, a 1989 Mercedes-Benz 560SL roadster with a
verified 11,416 actual miles. Built in January of 1989, this
survivor might not be the lowest mileage 560SL in the country, but
it might be close as these were often used as daily drivers and
enjoyed by owners as capable luxury sport roadsters.
Exterior
The unmistakable Mercedes grille and three-point star fronts this
car giving it a world renowned recognizability as a quality mark.
Dual headlights, round for the United States, have flares of amber
turn signals that drift back like windblown tufts, while fog lights
and rectangular marker lights in front relay this car's sporty
side. Bathed in near flawless Artic White two stage paint, accents
include polished window reveals, body side molding at the level of
the wraparound bumpers, and the grooved lower body panel. A double
gray pinstripe complements the dark features that include the door
handle, the tires, the bumpers, and the black canvas top. The
accessory hardtop is included and is white to match the car. Out
back, grooved lenses of the three color tail lights are also
distinct and the straight chrome bumper provides mirror-like
reflection. The wheels are in fantastic condition and along with
the rest of the exterior, we could not find any glaring
imperfections.
Interior
There's a lightness to this car in presentation and it's magnified
by the choice of gray leather on the interior beginning on the
smooth door panels with gently pleated crowns and diminutive
hardware. The stitched and perforated bucket seats are in
remarkable condition as well, adorned with robust chrome hardware
to adjust and move the seats. They flip forward allowing access to
a plush carpeted cargo shelf just behind. Looking forward, the
steering wheel and dash are showroom fresh with Mercedes readable
VDO gauges and idiot lights, clear, concise and well engineered.
The center stack is dressed in dark burlwood applique and houses
the AM/FM/Cassette radio over the A/C controls and it waterfalls
onto the center console where the shifter awaits its orders. Plush
gray carpet covers the floor in toe deep luxury and it also covers
the under dash panel and in cut to fit mat form in the trunk and
it's all in very nice shape.
Drivetrain
Under the hood, an impressively clean 5.6 liter SOHC V8 rated at a
respectable 227 horsepower. It's fuel injected and backed by a
4-speed automatic transmission that sends power to the rear wheels
and 2.47 gears. A car of this quality deserves good brakes, so
power discs are found at all four wheels!
Undercarriage
Perhaps the only part of the car that indicates usage, time
tempered patina is present but the underside is otherwise clean and
dry with side pans providing some aerodynamics and bridging the
tunnel that houses the driveshaft and other components. The exhaust
meets at a Y-pipe then travels through shrouds before it exits in
tandem to find an original equipment muffler and two tailpipe tips.
Coil springs occupy the independent suspension of the front and the
back.
Drive-Ability
You know what's better than a classic 560SL? A fresh, classic
560SL! And this one fits the bill. It's clean and tight and the V8
provides exhilarating power and acceleration. Consistent with the
model, the car handles well, tracks straight, and delivers an
admirable driving experience. Since it maintained its youth through
low mileage, all functional items on the car operate as they
should. While Classic Auto Mall represents that these functions
were working at the time of our test drive, we cannot guarantee
these functions will be working at the time of your purchase.
Everyone has their own opinion as to what's the perfect car and
often, the R107 series of Mercedes ends up on that list. It
combines a bit of luxury with sportiness, a handsome exterior, a
plush interior, and a notable, quality brand. This one is a well
preserved and fine example of the Mercedes-Benz 560SL.
WDBBA48D5KA098281
W-Germany
D-Mercedes Benz
B-Passenger Car
B-SL Class
A-Roadster
48-560SL
D-Manual Belts, Driver's Airbag
5-Check Digit
K-1989
A-Sindelfingen Assy Plant
098281-Sequential Unit Number
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There is no guarantee of mileage. A $299 Dealer Administrative fee
is not included in the advertised price.
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