Vehicle Description
This 1989 Mercedes-Benz 560SL is the one for true collectors. More
than just the deep red paint that has a great sunny day shine, this
comes with a the large maintenance file, low 42,586 mileage
(averaging around 1,500 miles annually,) full features list, and
overall fantastic presentation that lets you know this luxury
machine has been treated with the respect it deserved since day
one.
This 560SL is from the final year for the now legendary R107 model
designation. These cars are iconic because they represent an era
when very few companies could build a convertible without worrying
about safety regulations. Mercedes crafted their cars so robustly
that the R107 exceeded these standards, and they did it elegantly
without an unsightly roll bar. Today it remains elegant, powerful,
comfortable, timeless, and nimble - a classic that can do
everything. It was the go-to driver for celebrities, dignitaries,
and the wealthy because the sleek lines hid a full size interior
and usable trunk that was perfect for any road trip. This one has
added value because of the immense care that has been taken to be
sure the body lines and trim are pristine. The factory correct
Garnet Red has been given a full professional respray to ensure
that a sunshine-friendly droptop like this showcases its best and
most sophisticated tones on any sunny day. The black folding roof
matches so nicely with the bumpers that this car almost has a
two-tone presence. And when you want a coupe-like profile, the
optional Garnet Red hardtop goes on with Teutonic precision.
The Palomino leather interior has a rich sophisticated tone, and
there is arguably no better color combination with the rich red
exterior. Not only is it the right color, but also there's more
evidence inside that the previous owners understood the
significance of this final year R107. It has the kind of pampered
life where the dashboard, wood grain center console, and leather
seats basically show no signs of sun damage. So, you know this was
garage-kept and never left outside with the top open for extended
periods. Even the carpets have the kind of plushness that give you
pride in ownership. 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 locks, power steering, front defrost (rear defrost on hard
top), and cruise control. This was built in 1989, but there are
also more modern features than most R107s, such as a third brake
light and a driver's air bag. But your favorite part will be the
automatic climate control. It means this luxury convertible will
keep you comfortable no matter what time of year you want to enjoy
top-down motoring.
The 560SL came with a big 5.6-liter V8 motor making 238 hp and 287
lb-ft of torque - more than the contemporary Rolls-Royces of the
day. 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 overdrive comfort cruising. The total package is
finished off with four-wheel disc brakes that even include ABS.
When you look at the undercarriage photos, this SL looks far tidier
than many other cars of its age. This is not only because the low
mileage car has been under the care of the same family for its
entire life, but also you have full maintenance file. It shows a
clear picture of the right investments in this vehicle, including
just completing its annual service. That's how it can look so good
even in the places hardly anyone ever sees.
Beyond meticulous maintenance records, this 560SL comes with the
original window sticker, bill of sale, warranty card, and the full
owner's manual packet - everything you need to continue this car's
exceptional legacy. It is becoming more difficult each day to find
such quality with mileage like this, and so we don't expect it to
stay long in our showroom. Call now!!
