1986 Mercedes-Benz 560SL 5.6-litre V8 (R107) LHD

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Highlights

  • 5.6-litre V8
  • Automatic transmission
  • Attractive colour scheme
  • US title
  • Import duties and VAT paid

The Appeal

Only offered in the USA, Australia and Japan, the 560SL came with the largest engine that Mercedes-Benz ever fitted to an R107. That burly 5.6-litre V8 offered smooth and powerful cruising ability to complement the car’s elegant lines.
Here we have an attractive example, finished in a fine colour, and presented ready for its new owner to enjoy. If you’re in the market for a refined, commanding and suave modern classic, then the R107 is surely on your shortlist – and the 560SL is the mightiest of them all.

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The History and Paperwork

  • Originally ordered in Ohio, USA
  • Built in December 1985, first registered in January 1986
  • US title present
  • EU import documentation
  • All import duties and VAT paid
  • The vendor tells us the car comes with a clean Carfax report
  • 168,568 miles indicated
  • Owner’s handbook and two keys included
  • Complete with a service book, showing a number of dealer service stamps

The Interior

  • Beige leather upholstery
  • Beige carpeting to the cabin and boot space
  • Heated door mirrors, electrically adjustable on the right hand side
  • Electric windows
  • Automatic climate control
  • Heated seats
  • Wood veneer trim to the dashboard and centre console
  • Aftermarket JVC CD/radio system
  • Full size spare alloy wheel in the boot

The Exterior

  • Blue-Green Metallic paintwork (8770)
  • White coachline to each side
  • Dark blue fabric roof
  • Front fog lamps
  • Heat insulating glass
  • US specification high-level rear brake light

The Mechanics

  • 5,547cc naturally aspirated V8 engine
  • 227hp and 366Nm delivered to the rear wheels
  • Automatic transmission
  • Cruise control
  • Anti-lock braking system
  • Power assisted steering

Summary

As a way to travel in timeless, unruffled elegance, not much compares to the Mercedes-Benz R107. This handsomely specified 560SL could make for a very fine, usable luxury classic.

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Vehicle specification
  • Year 1986
  • Make Mercedes
  • Model 560SL
  • Colour Blue-Green Metallic
  • Odometer 168,568 Miles
  • Engine size 5547
Auction Details
  • Seller Type Trade
  • Town Schiedam
  • Country Netherlands
Bidding history
61 bids
  • NM•••• €13,500 04/04/23
  • jo•••• €13,250 04/04/23
  • jo•••• €13,000 04/04/23
  • NM•••• €12,750 04/04/23
  • NM•••• €12,500 04/04/23
  • jo•••• €12,250 04/04/23
  • jo•••• €12,000 04/04/23
  • ow•••• €11,750 04/04/23
  • ow•••• €11,500 04/04/23
  • lu•••• €11,250 04/04/23
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