1989 | Mercedes-Benz 560 SL

1989 Model Manufactured Oct. '88 now 30 years old for reduced VAT on EU import

Price on request
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Description

History:

The 107 series were the last of the hand built Mercedes from Stuttgart, renowned for their durability and strength, they have become increasingly sought after in recent years, with low mileage examples well cared for examples fetching in excess of £40K. Launched in 1971, the Mercedes 107 series immediately became a best seller in European and US markets, with a design reminiscent in some respects of the earlier Pagoda SL. A range of models was offered during the 18 year life of the 107, with the new 5 litre being launched in 1980, which was enhanced over the next 5 years culminating in the last year of manufacture of 1989, being the 5.6 litre 560 SL for sale here. The 560 SL carried a big, 5.6-liter V-8 under its long bonnet. The single-overhead-cam, fuel-injected engine produced 227 horsepower at 5,200 rpm and 287 foot-pounds of torque at 3,500 rpm. Power was directed to the rear wheels by a four-speed automatic transmission. The 560 SL could accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in approximately 8 seconds, which was reasonably quick in its day. It had a top speed of about 140 mph. The SL employed disc brakes with ABS at all four corners, which was not yet common in the late 1980s. The car had a double-wishbone front suspension and a diagonal axle setup in the rear. A traditional recirculating-ball steering system was used, rather than the more-modern rack-and-pinion type.  

Body:

Excellent

Mechanical:

Excellent low mileage SL with service history

Comments:

A 1989 Model, first registered in Canada in October 1988, and having only covered the equivalent of 44K miles since new, this 560SL is in excellent condition, both mechanically and body wise, together with having an excellent original interior, and documented service history, An extremely well cared and well maintained 560 SL built to ROW specifications. Kilometre instrumentation ideal for continental touring.

Vehicle details

Vehicle data

Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model series
SL-Class
Model name
560 SL
Manufacturer code
R 107
First registration date
Not provided
Year of manufacture
1989
Mileage (read)
43,000 mls
Chassis number
WDBBA48D0KA093621
Engine number
Not provided
Gearbox number
Not provided
Matching numbers
Yes
Previous owners
Not provided

Technical details

Body style
Convertible (Roadster)
Power (kW/hp)
169/230
Cubic capacity (ccm)
5547
Cylinders
8
Doors
2
Steering
Left (LHD)
Gearbox
Automatic
Gears
4
Transmission
Rear
Front brakes
Disc
Rear brakes
Disc
Fuel type
Petrol

Individual configuration

Exterior color
Grey
Power Assisted Steering
Yes
Interior color
Grey
Interior material
Leather
ABS
Yes

Condition, registration & documentation

Has Report
Not provided
Registered
Ready to drive

Location

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