€20,499

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1988 Mercedes-Benz 560 SL

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Highlights

  • Recent new soft top and seat covers
  • Recently resprayed engine cover and trunk
  • Matching factory hard top included
  • Serviced in readiness for its next keeper

The Appeal

It's no secret that Americans love the V8, better still, a really big one. Mercedes-Benz knew this, and if its R107 SL was to compete stateside, there would need to be some gargantuan eight-bangers in the range. While most markets made do with a 5.0-litre V8 at the top of the range, American SLs could be ordered with a 5.6-litre powerplant. The strategy worked, earning the R107 the nickname "the German Corvette" in some circles.

Here we have a US spec 560 SL which is remarkably original for its age. In fact, we're informed it was still in factory paint when the vendor acquired it - but the ravages of direct sunlight prompted a partial respray. It has also received a new soft top and seat covers, greatly lifting its appearance along with the switch to EU-spec headlamps.

We're informed that the SL passed Polish technical inspection in May 2024 without any issues and the vendor tells us it has been fully serviced ready for its next owner.

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History and Paperwork

  • Purchased in 2020 in the USA
  • Two former registered keepers; current owner is the third
  • Registered in Poland
  • Technical inspection passed in May 2024

The Condition

  • Commendably original inside and out 
  • This SL presents exceedingly well, with glossy paint and bright chromework
  • We don't see any signs of accident damage or any corrosion developing
  • Original factory paint with recent professional respray to the bonnet and boot lid which were sun-damaged
  • Headlights changed to desirable EU versions
  • Retains US spec bumpers
  • New soft top installed
  • Matching factory hard top included and reportedly in good condition
  • New seat covers fitted to replace sun-cracked originals
  • The interior presents beautifully for its age and we understand everything to be in good working order

The Mechanics

  • 5.6-litre NA petrol V8
  • Automatic gearbox
  • Very smart engine bay
  • Reportedly fully serviced and running superbly
  • The vendor comments that there are no leaks or any known mechanical issues

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Vehicle specification
  • Year 1988
  • Make Mercedes
  • Model SL Class
  • Colour Red
  • Odometer 153,157 Miles
  • Engine size 5600
Listing Details
  • Seller type Private
  • Location International
  • Country Poland

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