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NO RESERVE - 1986 Mercedes-Benz R107 560SL Convertible 5,6L V8
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Highlights
- 5.6 litre V8 engine
- Imported from the US
- European import documents, all fees paid
- Vendor informs us the vehicle has matching numbers
- Low mileage
- CLEAN CARFAX included
The Appeal
The R107 560SL is a grand tourer that combines the best of both worlds: the performance of a sports car and the comfort of a luxury saloon. It is powered by a 5.6 litre V8 engine that produces 272 horsepower, which gives it plenty of power to cruise down the highway or take on winding roads.
The 560SL also features a luxurious interior with leather seats and burl wood trim. As the variant with the largest engine in the range, it is one of the most sought-after models in the 107-series SL lineup, particularly in Europe where it wasn’t sold new. It is a stylish, comfortable, and powerful car that is sure to turn heads wherever it goes.
This particular example is presented in Astral Silver with a blue hood and matching blue leather interior. With a US title and European import documents, all the duties and VAT have been paid and it’s ready to lord over other, lesser, SL variants here in Europe.
The History and Paperwork
- Manufactured September 1985, registered in 1986
- USA title and European import documents
- All duties and VAT paid
The Interior
- Blue leather upholstery
- Wood inlay to dashboard and centre console
- Wood-rimmed Nardi steering wheel
- Climate control
- Becker Grand Prix radio
- Full size spare under boot floor
The Exterior
- Astral Silver metallic paintwork with blue soft top
- Twin headlights
- Driving lights under bumper
- High level rear stop light
- Chrome bumpers and highlights
- Period Mercedes alloy wheels
- Matching hard top
The Mechanics
- 5.6 litre (5547cc) V8, rated at 227 HP
- Automatic gearbox
- Rear wheel drive
- ABS
Summary
Frustrating though it is that Mercedes saved the biggest-engined variant of the R107 for the USA, you now have the chance to own one in Europe.
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Auction Details
- Year 1986
- Make Mercedes
- Model R107 560SL Convertible 5,6L V8
- Colour Silver
- Odometer 141,620 Miles
- Engine size 5547
- Seller Type Trade
- Town Schiedam
- Country Netherlands
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Auction ends
144 Bids
- gilbert•••• €18,000 02/08/23
- jay911•••• €17,750 02/08/23
- gilbert•••• €17,500 02/08/23
- jay911•••• €17,250 02/08/23
- gilbert•••• €17,000 02/08/23
- jay911•••• €16,999 02/08/23
- gilbert•••• €16,750 02/08/23
- gilbert•••• €16,500 02/08/23
- jay911•••• €16,250 02/08/23
- gilbert•••• €16,000 02/08/23
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