Vehicle Description
This 1986 Mercedes 560SL is highly desirable because it's the full
wish list in one car. It's an elegant, powerful, comfortable,
timeless, and nimble classic that's presented in a great factory
color combo, and has the right late-model upgrades.
Black Pearl Metallic is a very special color. In your garage or at
night it will have a sophisticated hint of gray within the dark
appearance. But once the sunlight hits it, the silver undertones
really come to life and give this paint a cosmic charisma. Oh yeah,
the Germans understand how to engineer a deep rich black paintjob.
But it takes more than precision engineering for a car to look this
good nearly 30 years later. You can tell particular care has gone
into this convertible by the way the body has remained looking
crisp and the factory wheels are free of curb marks. It's the exact
kind of presentation you want when you're looking for a cut-above
classic convertible. And that's what a good R107 series Mercedes SL
is all about. This was one of the few well-built convertible of the
era, and so it was the go-to driver for celebrities, dignitaries,
and the wealthy. The sleek lines hid a full size interior and
usable trunk that was perfect for any road trip.
Very few colors go so well with a black exterior than a Palomino
tan leather interior, and it only gets better with this level of
preservation. The carpets, dashboard, and wood grain center console
basically show no signs of sun damage � a near impossible find in a
classic droptop. The dual bucket seats are in great condition and
offer a level of all-day comfort that is unmatched in some new
convertibles for twice this price. The 560SL was one of the most
expensive cars Mercedes offered during its reign, so the features
list is quite long. This includes desirable conveniences such as
power windows, power steering, and cruise control. The stereo has
been upgraded to an AM/FM/CD unit with an auxiliary input and
Bluetooth capability so you can listen to the most modern tunes in
a very classic Mercedes (the original Becker unit also comes with
the sale.) Because this was built 1986 there are also more modern
features than most R107s, such as a third brake light, driver's air
bag, and anti-lock brakes. It comes with both the folding soft top
and a removable hardtop that matches the special exterior paint.
But we know you really want this car for top down fun, and so the
air conditioning is blowing cold to keep you cool while looking
cool.
Under the hood is an original 5.6-liter V8, and it has averaged
less than 1,500 miles annually since new. We have the records to
show that this powerplant was given correct serving for the last
decade, including the big 30K miles service. So you know it's
running in top condition like a good Mercedes should. This big V8
is celebrated for producing 227 hp and 279 lb-ft of torque � more
than the contemporary Rolls-Royces. On the road, an R107 has a
fully-independent chassis that is the perfect balance of elastic
comfort and tight-handling. The four-speed automatic transmission
also strikes a balance between performance and comfort cruising.
The total package is finished off with four-wheel disc brakes and
modern Goodyear tires on the iconic Mercedes 15-inch alloy
wheels.
Complete with owner's manual, no other car combines grand touring
comfort in a quick and nimble machine so perfectly. So when you can
find an exceptional example in the best color combo, you know you
need to act fast to take it home. Call now!!