Highlights

'Dry State' Arizona import
Original chrome rims with very good tyres
Comes with all booklets and a clean Carfax report
New soft top and original hard top included
All EU taxes paid, ready for European registration

The Appeal

Everything from its sheer size to its fine, sporty trim indicates that the R107 was meant for LA - and it's impossible to deny that the American market responded in kind. This was a roadster that was huge across the pond, so much so in fact that Mercedes-Benz soon rolled out the 560SL, a more muscular variant specifically to impress the extra-European market.

This particular '88 560SL has been imported to the Netherlands from the dry, corrosion-free state of Arizona, which is no doubt the reason it's such a grand looker. It's been converted to European headlights and fully serviced already, and now only requires registering in Europe. You'll find it's also accompanied by its original handbooks and a clean Carfax report!

The History and Paperwork

Registered in 1988
Original US-market example
Arizona Title with import documents
All EU taxes have been paid
Comes with instruction booklets and a clean Carfax report
On-board tools, first aid kit, and spare wheel included

The Condition

Bodywork is very dry and appears free of any corrosion
Panel fit appears tight and accurate
Brightwork is in good overall order
Converted to European headlights
Original chrome rims with very good tyres
Hard top has minor storage damage but has been garage-kept
New soft top in place
New dashboard cover installed
Original Becker radio installation
All instruments are clear and legible

The Mechanics

5.6-Litre V8 powerplant
Automatic transmission
Engine bay looks in good order
New oil and oil filter
New spark plugs
The vendor informs us that the car runs, shifts, and drives very well

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