1984 Mercedes 500SL Auto (R107)

Highlights

Family owned for 26 years
Recently reconditioned gearbox
Eligible for 'Historic Vehicle' status in September 2024
Comes with original hardtop and tool kit
Regularly serviced with up-to-date service book

The Appeal

From the day it rolled off of the line, the R107 was an unfettered success. It's easy to see why - the performance was smooth, comfortable and fast on its feet, the styling was immediately recognisable and it just fit perfectly in the 70s and 80s' growing affection for sharp, boxy lines.

This example, a 1984 500SL, is particularly distinguished. Previously owned by Lord Gould - this car has been in the same family's ownership since 1998, and has clearly been beautifully kept - adjoined by an extensive history file. Polish it all off with that attractive Ivory livery and deep brown cabin, and you've got an incredibly characterful roadster.

History and Paperwork

First registered on 25th September 1984
Purchased by the seller's father in November 1998 from Lord Gould
Family owned for 26 years
Transferred to the seller in June 2017
Regularly serviced, original specification
Always garaged
MOT valid until November 2024
Eligible for 'Historic Vehicle' status in September 2024
Complete with a number of receipts and previous MOT's spanning ownership
Original handbook, dealer tags, and tool kit are present
3 keys included
Currently indicates 115,767 miles

The Condition

Generally very presentable
Finished in the desirable Ivory (Paint code 623)
The vendor notes a few blisters are starting to appear on the bottom of the wings
A small dent is visible at the top of the passenger's door
Dark brown soft top is serviceable and operates as it should
Some light nicks in the material, commensurate with age
Complete with original hard top
Mercedes-Benz Gullideckel alloys look in good order
Recently fitted with a full set of new tyres
Very attractive cabin in highly original order
Front seats retrimmed in 2012 with York Brandy leather, matching the original interior colour
No sign of any rips or tears across the car's upholstery
Dashboard is nicely presented with all instruments clean and legible

The Mechanics

4,973cc V8 powerplant
Automatic transmission with 4 gears
August 2019: Gearbox reconditioned
November 2023: New fuel filter, fuel pump, and battery fitted
August 2024: Oil change and new filter, levels checked. 4 new tyres fitted
The vendor notes that this car is very smooth to drive
They particularly highlight the sound of the V8, which really comes to life if you put your foot down

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