The interior is superbly presented, with almost no wear
Desirable post-face lift R107
Rare 420SL example
The Appeal
Here we have a simply beautiful example of an ‘80s SL. These cars remain extremely popular and have a loyal following. And rightly so: they’re extremely well engineered and they tick all the boxes you could wish for.
This particular example is in a truly beautiful state of preservation. The Diamond Blue paintwork glistens and the body panels look very straight. And the matching blue interior is another extremely well preserved aspect of this Mercedes. The cloth and leather seat covers hide their age very well.
So if you’re after an R107 which looks almost new, then you need look no further. This 420 SL appears to be a great choice, with its powerful V8 engine and extensive service history.
The History and Paperwork
First registered 8th May 1987
MOT valid until December 2023
No MOT advisories
Extensive history file
Ten former keepers
Plenty of service stamps
Original owner’s literature
Extensive invoices on file for parts and servicing
The Interior
Excellent blue half-leather interior
The seats remain very smart, with little sign of wear
Matching leather and cloth door cards, similarly clean and tidy
The blue carpets are free from wear or stains
Original SL branded rubber footwell mats
The dashboard top is without cracks or UV damage
Walnut veneer trim on the dashboard and centre console
Outside air temperature gauge, marked in Centigrade
Modern Kenwood stereo/CD player fitted
Occasional seating to the rear, with lap belts
Spacious, fully carpeted boot
Full size spare wheel beneath boot floor
The original jack remains in place
The Exterior
Smart, timeless SL styling
Diamond Blue Metallic paint
The paint appears to be in excellent condition throughout
There are almost no scratches or blemishes that we could see
Brightly polished chrome trim, with little sign of any pitting
The lamp lenses are clear and bright
Electrically adjustable wing mirror
Headlight wipers
Underneath, the car looks very good
No signs of significant corrosion of damage to the underside
A protective coating of underseal has been applied
The car runs on original alloy wheels, which hare very smart
There are no scuffs or damage to the wheels
The car comes with both a hardtop and soft top
Wheeled hardtop stand also included
The soft top is clean and free from tears and stains
The Mechanics
4,196cc V8 engine
Automatic transmission
Limited slip differential fitted from new
The engine bay appears very clean and tidy
Servo assisted disc brakes all round
The suspension and running gear look very well preserved
A very well stamped service booklet accompanies the car
Invoices for parts and servicing
Summary
Overall, this 420 SL appears to be in excellent shape. Its Diamond Blue paint glistens upon sharply presented body panels, and the matching blue interior is a sublime feat of preservation. This is the kind of car you’d be forgiven for thinking was less than half its age. It will attract all the right kinds of attention wherever it goes.
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This item is sold on an ‘As is Where is’ basis. The condition of this item is the opinion of the seller and may differ from your own opinion. Photos and listing descriptions are for guidance purposes only. Car & Classic do not warrant listing accuracy. Full inspection is recommended. Viewings are at the seller’s discretion. Buyer is responsible for delivery and collection of any item purchased.
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1987 Mercedes-Benz 420 SL (R107)
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