1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 SL (R107)
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Highlights
- Comprehensive service history
- Summer ready with a fresh 12 Month MOT with no advisories
- Superb colour combination
- Extensive overhaul and re-commission carried out in November 2022
- Dry stored and used only on sunny days
- Comes with a matching hard top
The Appeal
If you were driving a Mercedes-Benz R107 SL in period, you were undoubtably a high-flyer.
Their impressive build quality, stylish executive trims and big, chunky powerplants are things of legend - and while a great many left the Sindelfingan factory over an eighteen year production span, they're still highly prized.
This 1985 500 SL stands out as a well-maintained example, benefiting from a recent overhaul and re-commission. It has been dry-stored during recent years and used only on sunny days which has paid dividends with regards to its continued preservation. Resplendent in a superb colour combination and with an advisory-free MOT, this V8-engined roadster is ready to hit the highway.
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History and Paperwork
- UK-supplied right-hand drive example, first registered in 1985
- In current ownership since November 2022
- The DVLA records 6 former keepers
- Thorough overhaul and re-commission carried out in late 2022
- Serviced in February 2023
- Fresh 12 Month MOT with no advisories
- Dry stored and used on sunny days during current ownership
- Comes with two keys
Complete with:
- V5c document
- An invoice for over £3,700
- Latest MOT certificate
- Original handbooks and manuals
The Condition
- Nicely presented with white paintwork and navy blue soft top
- Matching hard top also provided and reportedly in good order
- Presented in a high standard with only minor bubbling above the headlights
- All other paintwork is in fine order with no significant faults
- Navy blue soft top in good order with no rips or tears
- Period-accurate 'Mexican Hat' alloys, shod in Achilles tyres
- Internally, the car's in good condition
- Some wear to the upholstery, although it remains eminently serviceable
- Front seat covers are somewhat worn with the odd hole, scuff or crack
- Rear seats show some discolouration but presnt well otherwise
- Rear seat wells replaced and fully undersealed as part of the re-commission
- The instruments are all clean and easy to read
- No signs of any technical issues
- Carpets and headlining in good order, commensurate with age
The Mechanics
- Very highly regarded 5.0-litre M117 V8 powerplant
- 3-speed automatic transmission
- Runs superbly and starts every time
- Handles well and pulls strongly in all gears according to the vendor
- The Engine bay looks in very good original condition
- We've no reports of leaks, knocks, bangs or smoke
- Ultimately, this is a superb example of the much-loved roadster, in fine health
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✓ If the seller is registered as a private seller, consumer rights stemming from EU consumer protection law do not apply. Car & Classic’s return policy applies.
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✓ This vehicle is “Sold As Seen”, on an “As Is, Where Is’ basis and without warranty. A full inspection of the vehicle prior to purchase and bidding is highly recommended. Photos and descriptions are for guidance purposes only.
✓ VAT is included in the buyer's deposit. VAT may or may not be included in the final bid or offer price, as specified in the listing.
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Vehicle specification
- Year 1985
- Make Mercedes
- Model SL Class 500 SL
- Colour White
- Odometer 90,068 Miles
- Engine size 4973
Auction Details
- Seller Type Private
- Town Ingleton
- Country United Kingdom
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bids
- ja•••• £15,250 07/02/24
- po•••• £15,000 07/02/24
- ja•••• £14,500 07/02/24
- po•••• £14,250 07/02/24
- ja•••• £13,750 07/02/24
- po•••• £13,500 07/02/24
- ja•••• £13,000 07/02/24
- ba•••• £12,750 07/02/24
- ja•••• £12,500 07/02/24
- ba•••• £12,000 05/02/24
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