Mercedes-Benz R107 560 SL Extensive Investments Hardtop Climate New Tires And Brakes V8 Engine (1986)

Vehicle description

Highlights and general information

For sale is a Mercedes-Benz R107 560 SL from 1986 in metallic red with a gray partial leather interior.

Highlights

• Features include: Air conditioning, ABS, cruise control, radio, hardtop, electric windows, folding roof, power steering
• New front axle brake system incl. calipers and wheel bearings
• New tires
• Extensive investments according to the seller
• Major engine service
• Spark plugs
• cables
• Filters
• Fluids
• Fan clutch renewed
• Coupling rod and tie rod left renewed
• New radio
• New carpets

General information about the vehicle

• Year of construction: 1986
• First registration: 1986
• Import from the USA
• Location: 73614 Schorndorf, Germany
• Number of owners not known
• TÜV valid until 12/25
• H license plate
• Accident-free in current ownership
• Immediately ready to drive, but currently not registered
• No German registration
• Duty paid

Model history

The Mercedes-Benz R107, successor to the W113 Pagoda, made its debut in 1971 as an elegant convertible and coupé. With various engine options, including in-line six-cylinder and V8 engines with displacements from 2.8 to 5.6 liters, it offered power outputs ranging from 185 to 245 hp. The R107 embodied luxury and performance and remained in production until 1989, with over 237,000 units built.

Facts

Exterior and interior

• Original exterior color: Silver
• Interior material: Gray partial leather
• Completely repainted in metallic red

Engine and transmission

• 5.6-liter V8 engine with 231 hp
• Automatic transmission
• Last engine service in January 2024

Mileage

• 101,845 mi
• Mileage not traceable

Documentation

• Checkbook available, but not complete

Tires, brakes, body & underbody

• Tires: New
• Brakes: New
• Underbody: No rust spots visible, unwelded

Known defects

• Original paint was silver, repainting to red metallic, USA quality
• Minor paint chips or imperfections, including on the fender, on one door and around the door handles and lights
• One superficial, longer scratch near the aerial
• Seal at the front right near the mirror is coming apart
• Please take a look at the photo gallery and videos for further impressions of the vehicle's condition.

Summary

Experience the timeless Mercedes-Benz R107 560 SL from 1986 in vivid red metallic, equipped with a powerful 5.6-liter V8 engine (231 hp) and an impressive list of features including air conditioning, ABS, hardtop, power windows and new brakes. This classic convertible combines luxurious design with extensive investment and is ready to conquer the roads in style.

Vehicle videos

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