1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 SL R107

Highlights

Only 43,000 miles from new
From longer term ownership
Supremely original throughout
Complete with its matching hard top and factory optional rear seats
MOT valid until June 2025

The Appeal

For British buyers, the 500 was the flagship R107 SL. That coveted boot badge and spoiler told fellow road users that you had a 5.0-litre V8 under the bonnet - and, most likely, a massive house to go with it...

The ever-popular R107 is likely the most usable classic roadster of all time. Whether it's your first classic or you're a serial petrolhead, we can't recommend them enough. This UK-market 1985 500 SL is exceedingly original and has just 43,218 miles on the odometer and four former registered keepers. Its MOT runs until the end of June 2025, so this car is ready to be enjoyed by a new custodian.

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History and Paperwork

UK-supplied right-hand drive example first registered in 1985
MOT until 30th June 2025
Only 43,218 miles from new which the vendor informs us is correct
Original Owner's Manual
Current UK V5C
Four former registered keepers

The Condition

Smoke Silver (7020)
Brazil Leather (273)
Complete with factory matching hard top
Optional rear seats fitted (as are rear seat belts)
Very original throughout
The folding soft top has not been used for some time as the car has been enjoyed as a coupé
Straight and solid-looking bodywork with no notable wear or deterioration
There are various small blemishes including some slight paint bubbles on the boot lid - but nothing especially noteworthy
All looks solid and in good shape underneath
Original first aid kit, jack, fire extinguisher and tools present
Period Pioneer speakers paired with a more recent DIN stereo
Very smart original upholstery and controls with light patina
The walnut veneers present very well for their age

The Mechanics

4973 cc V8 petrol engine
Four-speed automatic gearbox
Well-presented and highly original engine compartment
Recently passed MOT
Reportedly running and driving really well - benefitting from such low mileage

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