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Winning bid
£19,650

1986 Mercedes-Benz 300SL (R107)

Highlights

  • Extensively recommissioned after 15 years in storage
  • Advisory-free MOT until May 2026
  • Comprehensive restoration including bulkhead repair and floor pan replacement
  • Original factory specification with Arctic White paint and blue sport check interior


The Appeal

The Mercedes-Benz 300SL R107 represents the pinnacle of 1980s German engineering and luxury, offering the company's trademarks of timeless styling, robust build quality and sheer class. This particular example is a desirable 1986 facelift model with a galvanised body, and comes to us in highly original order, true to factory spec and having undergone an extensive recommissioning after 15 years in storage. 
Originally supplied by Mercedes-Benz Mayfair in August 1986, this Arctic White example retains its factory-correct blue sport check interior and matching blue mohair soft top. The car benefits from a thorough restoration including structural repairs, a full repaint, and mechanical overhaul. With its advisory-free MOT until 2026, we understand that it's ready and waiting to go. 

Not a classic to be missed - the R107 has never been more popular nor more practical as a classic!

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History and Paperwork

  • Supplied new by Mercedes-Benz Mayfair
  • First registered on 1st August 1986 
  • 3 former registered keepers
  • Was in storage for 15 years as part of a deceased estate before recommissioning
  • Recommissioning began in October 2024, and completed in 2025
  • Advisory-free MOT until May 2026
  • Comes with photographic documentation of all restoration work
  • Qualifies for Historic Tax Exemption in 2026

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The Condition

  • Finished in factory Arctic White with recent professional respray
  • No dents, dings or obvious paint wear 
  • New blue Mohair hood installed during restoration
  • Fresh set of tyres
  • Wax oiled and undersealed for protection 
  • Hardtop included
  • Blue sport check interior appears in smart condition
  • No obvious rips or tears
  • Wood trims are well-presented
  • New door and hood seals fitted
  • Chrome finish all around
  • New windscreen fitted
  • Upgraded audio system with Bluetooth and hands-free capability
  • Under-bonnet insulation replaced
  • Boot torsion spring replaced

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The Mechanics

  • 3.0-litre straight-six engine
  • 4-speed automatic transmission
  • ABS braking system
  • Fully serviced with new plugs, fluids, belts, fuel pump and filters
  • Cooling system overhauled with new water pump and thermostat
  • New heater motor installed
  • Fuse box cleaned with fresh fuses
  • Electrical system refurbished with cleaned earth points
  • Bulkhead repair/replacement completed
  • Rear floor pans replaced on both sides with SL Shop-supplied parts
  • Rear seat bases replaced on both sides with SL Shop-supplied parts
  • Updated headlight bulbs 
  • We understand that the car is in fine mechanical order
  • This is backed by the advisory-free MOT
  • We're told that the car is ready and waiting to drive away
This sale is subject to the Car & Classic Terms and Conditions. By bidding and/or making an offer, you also agree to the following: 
✓ The seller of this vehicle is registered as a business seller. And you are covered by Car & Classic’s Terms and Conditions. 
✓ We request that a non-refundable fee be paid if you are the lucky winning bidder at auction or if your offer is accepted. Please refer to our helpful FAQs and T&Cs for specific rates. 
✓ This vehicle is “Sold As Seen”, on an “As Is Where Is’ basis and without warranty. Photos and descriptions are solely for guidance purposes and it's customary to carry out a full inspection of the vehicle prior to purchase for your own peace of mind. 
✓ VAT is included in the buyer's fee. VAT may or may not be included in the final bid or offer price, as specified in the listing. 
✓ We want a smooth transaction just as much as you do and as such we run all UK-registered cars and motorbikes for sale on Car & Classic through an online HPI check to verify that they show no insurance database markers for damage or theft, and have no finance owing, allowing you to bid with confidence. 
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Winning bid
£19,650
Sold

Auction Details

  • Year1986
  • MakeMercedes
  • ModelSL Class
  • ColourWhite
  • Odometer87,270 Miles
  • Engine size3000cc
  • TransmissionAutomatic, 4 speed
  • Steering positionRight Hand Drive
  • Fuel typePetrol
  • Seller TypeTrade
  • TownKnutsford
  • CountyCheshire East
  • CountryUnited Kingdom
  • Auction ends

Bidding history

36 Bids

louisba••••
Bid
£19,650
18/07/25
brett.t••••
Bid
£18,100
18/07/25
GrahamR••••
Bid
£17,750
18/07/25
brett.t••••
Bid
£17,500
18/07/25
GrahamR••••
Bid
£17,000
18/07/25
NickFin
Bid
£16,500
18/07/25
cj-jerm••••
Bid
£15,500
18/07/25
suzanne••••
Bid
£15,250
18/07/25
Glen196••••
Bid
£15,000
18/07/25
Roberts••••
Bid
£13,500
18/07/25
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