This 1987 Mercedes-Benz 560SEL was initially delivered to Beck
Imports of Charlotte, North Carolina. Powered by a 5.5-liter M117
V8 paired with a four-speed automatic transmission and a
limited-slip differential, it is finished in black over black
leather. Equipment includes a steel sunroof, a self-leveling
hydraulic rear suspension, 15'' Gullideckel alloy wheels, heated
power-adjustable front seats, heated power-adjustable rear seats, a
leather-wrapped steering wheel, power windows, a Becker cassette
stereo, automatic climate control, and cruise control.The car is
finished in Black (040) with gray lower cladding, and exterior
features include a power-operated steel sunroof, headlight wipers,
power-adjustable side mirrors, a power-telescoping antenna, and
bright window and bumper trim. A scratch is noted on the lower
valance, and close-up photographs of the exterior finish and trim
are shown in the gallery below. The 15'' Gullideckel alloy wheels
are mounted with Michelin Defender tires. The car was equipped from
the factory with a self-leveling hydraulic rear suspension. Braking
is handled by power-assisted four-wheel discs with ABS.The interior
features heated power-adjustable front seats as well as heated
power-adjustable rear seats upholstered in black leather, along
with a color-coordinated center console, door panels, and carpets.
Interior appointments include power windows, a Becker cassette
stereo, automatic climate control, and cruise control. The
four-spoke leather-wrapped steering wheel frames a [number]-mph
speedometer and a tachometer with a 6k-rpm redline as well as an
analog clock and gauges for coolant temperature, oil pressure, fuel
level, and instant fuel economy. The six-digit odometer shows 64k
miles.The 5.5-liter M117 V8 was factory equipped with Bosch
KE-Jetronic fuel injection and was rated at 238 horsepower and 287
lb-ft of torque. Power is sent to the rear wheels through a
four-speed automatic transmission and a limited-slip
differential.The window sticker lists initial delivery to Beck
Imports of Charlotte, North Carolina, as well as factory colors,
equipment, and a total suggested retail price of $68,350.
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