Vehicle Description
In 1986, Mercedes-Benz shipped its most powerful SL of the decade
to the U.S. in the 560SL. The car was also the heaviest of the
1971-89 R107 SLs that Mercedes produced, but the new 5.5-liter V-8
engine's 227 hp did a fine job of mitigating that fact. Top speed
was much improved (from 110 mph in the 380SL to 130 mph), and the
car was quicker from a standstill to 60 mph by about 4 full
seconds.
The engine was much torquier, too, which greatly improved the cars'
dynamics. Likewise, the car received a new rear suspension and a
limited-slip differential to better handle the added torque and
power. Mercedes-Benz also added anti-lock brakes, leather
upholstery, an alarm system, and an air bag, all of which better
suited the car's $48,000 price tag.
The 560SL sold well with average annual sales exceeding 12,000
units, which outpaced the 450SL and 380SL. Nonetheless, Mercedes
retired the R107 chassis in 1990, introducing the first all-new SL
in 18 years. Today, many enthusiasts gravitate towards the 560SL as
it retains some of the original lines of the pagoda SLs while
carrying with it all of the R107's advances. It remains a popular
choice for those enthusiasts who value verve and build quality for
a low price of entry. This particular 107 has some needs that can
be discussed further at length but some of the items reflect the
pricing of this vehicle. The A/C is inop, the soft-top has a couple
tears in the fabric, the odometer is inop and some general wear and
tear. This car does start, run and drive down the road very nicely
so if you are looking for one of these classics. We welcome any
questions and inspections here in our Traverse City location.
Gr Auto Gallery, LLC and our sister company, Wheelz Sales and
Leasing Inc. makes every effort to represent each vehicle
accurately and with integrity. We also welcome third party
inspections when necessary. Although we try to do our very best to
be accurate in our description writing we are human and do make
mistakes. Unless noted in our description, we only have one key for
the vehicle. It is the responsibility of the buyer to either
inspect the vehicle personally or via a 3rd party, to ensure
satisfaction to the condition and value, prior to purchase. Unless
otherwise noted, All vehicles are sold AS IS, No Warranty Expressed
or Implied. All sales final. If you want verification on any items
working please ask. GR Auto Gallery and all its affiliates reserve
the right to charge a 3% processing fee on any credit card sales of
over $2,500.
