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Mercedes Benz 500 SL R107 (1985)

Mercedes-Benz 500 SL R107 (1985), rare EU model with California first registration, only 33,256 miles, expert rating 2+

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Manufacturer
Model
500 SL R107
Year
1985
Transmission
Automatic
Horsepower
231
Milage
33.256 mi
Not or only partially comprehensible.
Country Version
US
Location
DE-16230 Britz
Color
Black
Type of auction
With reserve
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Mercedes Benz 500 SL R107 (1985)

Moritz Niemann

Kickdown's Take

by Moritz Niemann

The 500 SL is rightly the most popular version of the R107: with its 231 hp and harmonious European design, it offers the pure Mercedes roadster experience. This model impresses with its low mileage—just 33,256 miles is a real statement—and attractive color combination. The car is also very well maintained. A real opportunity!

Price Estimation42.000 € - 55.000 €
Vehicle description

A 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500SL (R107) in black with gray leather interior is for sale.

Highlights

  • The 500 SL with its powerful V8 engine is the most sought-after version of the R107
  • EU version with Californian first registration (tourist version) – original EU add-on parts and technology
  • Only 33,256 miles on the odometer
  • Value appraisal from 2025 with condition rating 2+ available
  • Extremely well maintained, almost like a new car
  • Body in extremely good condition with much of the original paintwork, no welding
  • In the USA, the car was continuously owned by the same family; in Germany, there has only been one owner
  • Extensive and fully functional equipment, including air conditioning, heated seats, cruise control, rear emergency seats
  • Original packaged on-board tools
  • Hardtop in car color available

General information about the vehicle

  • Year of manufacture: 1985
  • First delivery: USA
  • Location: DE-16230 Britz
  • Number of vehicle owners: 2 (family-owned in the USA, only 1 owner in Germany)
  • No accidents under current ownership and no known accidents under previous ownership
  • TÜV: 09/2027
  • H license plate

Model history

The Mercedes-Benz R107 is one of the brand's most durable and popular roadster series. With its timeless lines, solid technology, and high level of driving comfort, it is considered a classic with great collector's potential. This model was ordered as an EU version for the USA (tourist version), which means that all EU add-on parts were originally installed at the factory—a rare and interesting feature.

Facts

Exterior & interior:

  • Exterior color: Black
  • Interior: Gray leather – good condition with minor age-related signs of wear
  • Repainting: Partially repainted (according to paint layer measurement, mainly clear coat corrections)

Engine and transmission:

  • Engine: 5.0-liter V8 gasoline engine with 231 hp
  • Transmission: Automatic
  • Last service: September 2025

Mileage:

  • 33,256 miles (as read)
  • Partially traceable and plausible

Documentation:

  • German vehicle documents
  • No service records available
  • Value appraisal from 2025 (grade 2+) available
  • Carfax history traceable from 2000

Tires, bodywork, and underbody:

  • Tires: almost like new
  • Bodywork: very good condition, lots of original paint, only minimal age-related signs of wear
  • Underbody: good condition, rust-free and unwelded

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Known defects:

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  • No defects are known

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Summary:

A Mercedes-Benz 500 SL (R107) in black with gray leather interior is for sale. This is an exceptionally well-maintained SL with low mileage in EU tourist version, H license plate, and value appraisal with a grade of 2+. The extremely good condition, special history, and low mileage make this vehicle an attractive opportunity for collectors and enthusiasts of classic Mercedes roadsters.

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  • Current service performed
  • Low milage

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Questions and Comments

  • TomTom1TomTom1
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    about 4 hours ago

    Technik: Der 107 Roadster wurde im Laufe der Jahre stark überarbeitet. Genauso wie die Antriebe der damaligen S-Klassen unterlag der R 107 ebenfalls einem stetigen Wandel, um sich an die wechselnden Umweltauflagen anzupassen. Dabei veränderten sich auch die Leistung und der Hubraum mehrfach. Im Jahr 1985 wurde der Mercedes-Benz R 107 als zweisitziger Roadster, der wahlweise mit Notsitzen im hinteren Bereich ausgestattet werden konnte, wohl am umfangreichsten überarbeitet. So konnten die Fahrzeuge fortan auf Wunsch mit einem Katalysator an die Kunden ausgeliefert werden. Serienmäßig ging der Katalysator dann 1986 in Produktion und ab dem Jahr 1989 war dieses Bauteil ausdrücklich vorgeschrieben. Ab 1989 konnten die Modellversionen ohne Katalysator demnach nicht mehr ausgeliefert werden. Diese Fahrzeugmodelle waren ab 1987 als RÜF-Version bekannt, da es sich um sogenannte Rückrüstungsfahrzeuge handelte, deren Katalysator im Notfall ausgebaut werden konnte. Der Mercedes-Benz R 107 wurde bis 1989 in Sindelfingen produziert, der Nachfolger wurde ab 1989 in Bremen gefertigt. LG Tom

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