Vehicle Description
It's hard to believe but true. This classic 1988 Mercedes 560SL is
well-preserved, finished in an ideal factory color combo, has two
tops, and its original powerful V8... and yet you don't have to pay
over $20k to join high society.
These final years for the 560SL were some of the best. They
combined iconic styling with the upgrades in technology that the
earlier cars didn't receive. But at its heart you know you love
this model R107 because it represents an elegant, powerful,
comfortable, and timeless classic. 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 original Cabernet Red Metallic still shines
great today, which is testament both the premium quality and the
respect this one has received since day one. 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 matching hardtop goes on with Teutonic precision.
The pinstripe on the outside is a great preview for the interior.
The Cream Beige leather interior has a rich sophisticated tone, and
there is arguably no better color combination with the rich red
exterior. Nearly 30 years later, and this classic shows the kind of
robustness that went into Mercedes vehicle just by the level of
quality that remains in this very original interior. The 560SL was
one of the most expensive cars Mercedes offered during its reign,
so the features list is quite long. It includes desirable
conveniences such as power windows, power steering, cruise control,
and an updated Alpine AM/FM/cassette stereo with CD changer. This
was built in 1988, and so there are also more modern features than
most other 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.
When you look under the hood, tidy presentation of the factory
original V8 shows there has been good care over the years. The
560SL came with a big 5.6-liter motor making 238 hp and 287 lb-ft
of torque - more than the estimated power of a contemporary
Rolls-Royce. On the road, an R107 has a fully-independent chassis
that is the perfect balance of elastic comfort in a tight-handling
package. This was topped off with a four-speed automatic
transmission and four-wheel disc brakes for the best all-around
control. In total, the Mercedes SL is in a class all of its own. It
has always been hard to define its competitors because no other car
combines grand touring comfort in a quick and nimble machine so
perfectly.
The sale comes complete with the owner's manual and service records
showing large investments over the years. This 560SL has the right
colors, features, and price, so you know it won't wait for long.
Don't miss out, call today!