Description
BEAUTIFULLY ORIGINAL MERCEDES-BENZ R107 500 SL – A TIME-WARP EXAMPLE WITH EXCEPTIONAL PROVENANCE.
Few classics embody the effortless sophistication of 1980s Mercedes-Benz quite like the R107 SL. Launched in 1971 and produced for an impressive 18 years, the R107 became one of Mercedes’ most iconic grand tourers—built in the era when Mercedes engineering was famously “over-engineered” and designed to last decades. Among these, the 500 SL sits near the top of the hierarchy: its 5. 0-litre V8 (M117 engine) offered effortless torque, smooth power delivery, and the sort of long-legged refinement that defined Mercedes’ flagship models of the time. Its blend of luxury, durability, and understated sporting character has made the 500 SL one of the most desirable variants of the R107 family.
This particular Mercedes-Benz R107 500 SL, showing just 61, 500 miles from new, is a rare opportunity to acquire a truly original, enthusiast-owned example. The car’s condition and documentation present an unusually clear and compelling story:
Only 6, 700 miles covered since 2006, backed by MOT history
MOT records going back through the 1980s and 1990s, helping to verify the remarkably low mileage
Excellent service history, with original stamps from Geyfords Mercedes-Benz, along with all original service books and handbooks
Original paintwork.
Smooth, strong-running 5. 0 V8, reflective of careful, consistent maintenance
Fitted with the period-correct Mercedes “Mexican Hat” alloy wheels, including the original spare
Original Hard top present.
Since being purchased from Castle Motors in 1999 at 53, 000 miles, this 500 SL has been locally owned and lovingly cared for. It has been routinely dry-stored in a garage, taken out for annual MOTs, and driven only a few hundred miles between visits. This gentle use—combined with conscientious storage—has preserved the car’s originality and mechanical integrity to a level that’s increasingly rare among surviving R107s.
Original, well-documented, low-mileage 500 SLs have become harder to find, especially those free from the typical corrosion, over-restoration, or inconsistent history that often plagues the model. This example stands apart: authentic, unspoiled, and mechanically confident, with provenance that speaks for itself.
Whether added to a collection or enjoyed as a weekend tourer, this R107 represents the very best of Mercedes’ golden era—timeless styling, vault-like build quality, and a driving experience that remains thoroughly satisfying today.
Specification
Mileage 61, 250
Engine 5. 0 V8
Transmission Automatic
Exterior Colour White
Interior Colour
First Registered 07/ 09/ 1983
MOT Exempt
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Bespoke Traders LTD is a vehicle sourcing and sales facilitation service, offering a personalised, end-to-end experience for our clients. We do not own the vehicles listed or sourced unless explicitly stated. Instead, we act as introducers, assisting with the sale or purchase on behalf of private individuals or businesses. All transactions are made directly with the vehicle owner, unless Bespoke Traders LTD has written authority to act on their behalf. As we do not own the vehicles, no warranties are provided or implied by us. However, if a warranty or finance solution is required, we are happy to connect you with the relevant companies.
