1988 Mercedes-Benz 420 SL (R107)

Highlights

Part of a private collection since 2022
Fine example of the rare 420 SL with significant expenditure from the SL Shop
Comprehensive history file with over 20 MOT certificates dating back to 1993
Receipts from the SL Shop totalling around £14,000, including bulkhead repair
Beautiful and rare colour combination of Pajerttrot Red metallic exterior and Champagne Leather interior
Fitted with a matching red hard top and hard top stand included in the sale
Immaculate condition throughout

The Appeal

Luxurious, rock-solid and classy - the R107 is amongst the finest executive-level roadsters ever built, and one of the ultimate extensions of Mercedes-Benz at their best. During the 70s and 80s, there was little denying that the company were one of the best car manufacturers on the planet, and this was a masterful example of exactly that.

This particular 1988 example stands out with its striking Pajerttrot Red metallic bodywork and Champagne Leather cabin. Beautifully finished, the car has been part of a prized private collection since 2022, and has clearly been pampered, with an extensive history file composed of over 20 MOT certificates and numerous receipts for parts and services. Notably, recent work from the SL Shop alone totals around £14,000, including a bulkhead repair in 2021.

Supplied with its original hard top, and a black soft top, this is an utterly fantastic car that's bound to become a highly prized addition to any garage.

History and Paperwork

Registered in 1988
The DVLA records 6 previous keepers
In current ownership since 2022
Stamped service book
Large history file with invoices for work carried out
Original handbook with leather wallet present
Not driven for many miles, being part of a collection of approximately 20 cars
Always kept garaged and used sparingly on sunny days
Covered just 5 miles between MOTs (07/10/22 and 10/05/24)
Large history file with over 20 MOT certificates dating back to 1993
Various old tax discs dating back to 2004
Receipt for the car from Chelsea Cars International Ltd
Receipts for parts purchased over many years
Receipts from the SL Shop alone in recent years totalling around £14,000, including bulkhead repair with certificate dated 22/03/21
Comes with 2 sets of keys
Currently indicates 104,117 miles

The Condition

Metallic red paintwork looks beautiful and is in very good condition
The underside of the car has been undersealed and cavities treated with wax oil
Very minor age-related marks, mostly relegated to stone chips
Some light pitting to the chromework, commensurate with age
Still exudes quality when parked alongside newer cars
Long-term investment potential
Fitted with a matching red hard top, with hard top stand included in the sale
Black soft top and optional rear seats
Unmarked alloy wheels fitted with Michelin tyres all around
Original leather in good condition with minor wear driver's seat bolster
Slight wear on the leather shows originality and adds to the car's patina
The vendor believes these could be restored with the correct leather dye
New carpets have recently been fitted
Updated stereo with a modern unit, original Blaupunkt stereo included in the sale
Full set of new carpets and over carpets fitted last year

The Mechanics

4,196cc M116.980 V6 powerplant
Automatic transmission with 4 gears
Engine bay cleaned and detailed, new radiator hoses and fan belts fitted
We've no reports of any leaks, knocks, bangs or smoke
The car runs and drives well with no reported faults

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