Winning bid
£16,750

1989 Mercedes-Benz SL500

Highlights

  • Last year production of the R107 model
  • Limited edition Almandine Red Metallic paint finish
  • Attractive Cream leather interior
  • Nicely optioned including heated leather upholstery and rear seats
  • New tyres, exhaust, fuel pump and brake pads
  • Includes factory hard top in nice condition 

The Appeal

In the late 1980s for Mercedes-Benz customers who wanted the ultimate blend of quality, comfort and V8 heft there was the R107 SL500.  Its silky 5litre motor leans into the effortless, 'lets go to Cannes for the weekend' vibe that makes these cars so enduringly popular. 

This SL500 is from the last year of production and attractively finished limited in Almandine Red Metallic. The desirable specification continues with cream leather interior and additional features, such as heated seats and optional rear bench. 

Its fantastic bodywork and excellent mechanical condition make it a wonderful drive. Pair that with its new tyres, exhaust, fuel pump and brake pads, and this vehicle becomes an irresistible proposition.


 
 

The History and Paperwork

  • First registered in 1989, the last production year of the R107
  • Current MOT valid until September 2024
  • Full service history up to 1995 and 98,000 miles
  • Service history during current ownership
  • 7 former owners from new
  • Always been stored in a garage
  • Recent replacements include fuel pump, new exhaust, brake pads and 4 new tyres
 
 

The Condition

  • Bodywork in great condition
  • A few minor signs of paint bubbling at the sill and left wing
  • Very presentable vehicle showing minimal wear
  • Interior in good condition, with a few minor nicks
  • Body is straight and solid with no apparent rust and no rust-through anywhere
  • Shiny, attractive paint but has minor bubbling on boot
 
 

The Mechanics

  • Automatic transmission
  • Smooth 5litre V8 engine 
  • We are told that it runs perfectly well
  • New tyres, exhaust, fuel pump and brake pads
 


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Auction Details

  • Year1989
  • MakeMercedes
  • ModelSL Class
  • ColourRed
  • Odometer131,817 Miles
  • Engine size4973cc
  • Seller TypePrivate
  • TownBerkhamsted
  • CountyHertfordshire
  • CountryUnited Kingdom
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Bidding history

31 Bids

narinde••••
Bid
£16,750
13/11/23
MDoyle1••••
Bid
£16,500
13/11/23
narinde••••
Bid
£16,250
13/11/23
MDoyle1••••
Bid
£16,000
13/11/23
MDoyle1••••
Bid
£15,750
13/11/23
narinde••••
Bid
£15,500
13/11/23
MDoyle1••••
Bid
£15,250
13/11/23
narinde••••
Bid
£15,000
13/11/23
MDoyle1••••
Bid
£14,750
13/11/23
a610.fa••••
Bid
£14,500
13/11/23

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