Mercedes Benz 500 SL R107 (1986)

A 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 SL (R107) in Astral Silver Metallic with black leather interior is available for sale.

Highlights:

• This is the most sought-after version of the R107: a 500 SL in the European version and facelifted (Mopf).
• This 500 SL impresses with its classic and popular color combination of Astral Silver Metallic with black leather interior. It is also fully equipped with automatic climate control, rear seats, cruise control, heated seats, power windows, hardtop (all features are fully functional).
• The facelifted 500 SL is the most powerful R107 with 245 hp.
• Another highlight of this R107 is its mileage of only 70,243 km – which is verifiable.
• This is an extremely well-maintained collector's vehicle, which was first registered in Germany and then initially driven in Japan (the 500SL was not available new in Japan), before later returning to Germany.
• Extensive investments of almost €50,000 have been made in recent years – all by specialist companies. Most recently, the steering gear was overhauled, the automatic transmission was flushed, all oils were changed, the soft top and brakes were replaced, and the tie rods and shock absorbers were replaced
• The car was completely and professionally repainted a few years ago.
• Classic Data rating from 2025 with a grade of 2+ and a replacement value of €70,000 available
• Absolutely rust-free, including original underbody protection.
• H license plate and TÜV until 06/2027

General information about the vehicle

• Year of manufacture: 1986
• First registration: Germany, 1986
• Location: DE-25980 Sylt
• Number of vehicle owners: 3
• Accident-free
• Registered
• H license plate
• TÜV until 06/2027

Model history

With the SL of the R 107 series from Mercedes-Benz, luxury finally found its way into the SL class. The sporty gullwing door and agile pagoda had become a comfortable sports car. With its padded dashboard, steering wheel with impact absorber, and fuel tank mounted in the crash-proof area above the rear axle, the new SL offered modern safety features. In addition, low-pollution side windows and rear lights provided added safety. Customers could choose between a wide range of six- and eight-cylinder models with various performance levels. The 500 SL, for example, initially delivered 240 hp when it was launched in 1980, then 231 hp from 1981, and finally 245 hp with a catalytic converter and 223 hp with a catalytic converter from 1985.

Facts

Exterior & interior:

• Exterior color: Astral Silver Metallic
• Interior: Black leather – very well maintained with only minor signs of age-related wear
• Black fabric soft top, like new
• The car was completely repainted a few years ago

Engine and transmission:

• 5.0-liter V8 engine with 245 hp
• Automatic transmission
• Replacement engine: No
• Last service: Oil change in 2024 at Swoboda

Mileage:

• Mileage: 70,243 km
• The mileage is verifiable

Documentation:

• German vehicle documents
• Invoices
• Classic Data rating from 2025 with a grade of 2+, replacement value €70,000

Tires, brakes, body, and underbody:

• Tires: approx. 7 mm tread all around
• Brakes: Very good condition, have been replaced
• Bodywork: Good condition, only a few minor signs of wear, completely rust-free
• Underbody: Good condition, completely rust-free, original underbody protection present

Please take a look at the photo gallery for further insights into the condition of the vehicle.

Known defects:

• This is a collector's vehicle in very good condition. No defects are known

Please view the photo gallery for further insights into the condition of the vehicle.

Summary:

A Mercedes-Benz 500 SL (R107) with only 70,243 km on the odometer is for sale. This car combines several features that make it an outstanding SL: It is a facelifted 500 SL, i.e., the most powerful and sought-after R107 with 245 hp. The car is fully equipped, including heated seats, automatic climate control, and rear seats. In addition, the classic color combination of Astral Silver Metallic with black leather interior and the extremely low and verifiable mileage speak for the vehicle. A 500 SL like this represents the top of the R107 model series and is an absolute collector's item. The car is accident-free, rust-free, and has undergone extensive technical and visual maintenance with investments of almost €50,000. With a fresh TÜV certificate, a Classic Data rating of 2+, and extensive documentation, this model is an excellent opportunity for collectors and enthusiasts of classic SL models.