1989 Mercedes Benz R107 SL (300SL)
Highlights
- Recent gearbox rebuild
- Rare powered soft top roof
- Removable hardtop
- Well presented throughout
The Appeal
Hailing from the golden era of Mercedes Benz, the R107 generation SL stands as a wonderful example of what made the marque so great during the 1970s and 80s. Timeless, elegant styling, robust drivelines and of course untold levels of engineering quality. The SL fell perfectly for buyers looking for an effortlessly classy luxury sports convertible that lacked the brash, imposing aura that came with many of its market competitors. Something well versed throughout the several generations of the model right up to present day, but none quite like the R107.
Well presented with a recently rebuilt gearbox, high quality bodywork and a rare powered soft top roof, F828 DFR would certainly make an excellent collectors piece for the avid Mercedes enthusiast, but at the same time would lend itself well to more continued regular use as a quirky daily driver to stand out from the blandness of modern traffic.
The History and Paperwork
- First registered 01/03/1989
- Accompanied by Mercedes book pack in a Mercedes handbook folder
- Service book present with several stamped services
- As we understand the car was subject to an engine rebuild circa 2014 by MPC Mercedes of London who had predominantly cared for the car at the time in terms of servicing as well
- Selection of invoices present for work performed under the car’s current ownership including a full service and transmission rebuild
- Warranty certificate present for aforementioned transmission work
- 2 sets of keys
- MOT valid until January 2025
- V5 registration document present with the vehicle
The Interior
- Smartly presented, highly original interior space in good overall order
- Draped in sumptuous deep black leather upholstery throughout, notably lacking in wear or blemishing, rather just a gentle patina in places
- Seating in both the front and rear is of a great quality exhibiting very minimal signs of age or marking, with just some slight flawing on the passenger seat base cushion
- Two well upholstered black door panels sit at each side of the cabin, in great overall order with subtle chrome embellishments and door furniture
- Lashings of wood finish trim throughout the cabin, presenting well with a good shine to it
- Mercedes Benz radio cassette player still working and situated in the centre panel
- Factory electric windows which operate smoothly
- Great quality dash panel with iconic triple vent cluster, in great form appearing to lack the sun damage or cracking often found on convertibles of this age
- Plush black carpeting throughout
- Well sized carpeted rear boot area with Kenwood CD system (not currently working)
- Black leather Mercedes four spoke steering wheel in good clean shape
The Exterior
- Iconic exterior styling from one of the golden eras of Mercedes design
- Wonderful white exterior colour scheme, a marvellous compliment to the deep black interior colouring
- Paintwork is of a great standard throughout, notably lacking in age related marking, wear or signs of blemishing
- Some light bubbling/blemishing around the offside rear wheel arch
- Removable colour matched hard top roof, which unlatches and can be removed with relative ease
- Powered soft top roof, an incredibly rare sight on the R107 Sl, in good working order
- Impeccable chrome trim throughout, exhibiting with a wonderful shine
- Four great quality 15” Mercedes alloys reside at ground level, all in fine form
- External trim and badging is of a marvellous quality
- Panel gaps appear straight and consistent across the car
- Contrasting black rubber boot spoiler
The Mechanics
- Legendary 3 litre straight six engine resides under the bonnet
- Engine and driveline famed for their robustness and longevity
- Paired to an impressively smooth automatic transmission, which was rebuilt recently at the end of 2022 by Wavertree Automatics
- Presents in good clean overall mechanical order
- £750 spent recently for MOT
- Fires into life comfortably and with ease
- A wonderfully smooth driving experience is provided from the SL, with smooth gear changes, quality brakes and plenty of power on tap if needed
- Interested parties may note an advisory for corrosion to one of the suspension components which has now been rectified at the request of the current owner
- Underside presents in clean and solid order
Summary
Hailing from the golden era of Mercedes Benz, the R107 generation Mercedes is rapidly becoming one of the most popular classic cars among buyers today. Its wonderful mix of style, performance, genuine usability and reliability make it an excellent candidate for just about anyone looking for a truly high quality, suave, classic car.
This 1989 model presents incredibly smartly and boasts the desirable 3.0 litre engine, a rebuilt automatic transmission and a rare power soft top. It's cars like these that just make you fall in love with the Mercedes SL.
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Vehicle specification
- Year 1989
- Make Mercedes
- Model SL Class 300 SL
- Colour White
- Odometer 170,500 Miles
- Engine size 2962
Listing Details
- Seller Type Private
- Town London
- Location London
- Country United Kingdom
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