Highlights
- Very original, well kept car with FSH
- Smart and rare colour scheme
- One owner from 1987 to 2022
- Excellent history file back to 1986
- £7,500 of maintenance since 2020
- MOT to May 2024 with no advisories
The Appeal
The R107 was 14 years old when it received a late-life refresh that created the legend classic enthusiasts now revere. A galvanised chassis and updated aesthetics added to the innate appeal of these heavily-engineered cars.
Thankfully for enthusiasts the M117 5litre V8 continued, giving European buyers an effortless, continent-striding range topper. These qualities continue to make the 500SL a popular choice with road trippers, classic car tour fans and anyone who just relishes a weekend run out.
This very well-preserved 1986 500SL stands out with its Arctic White paintwork and Royal Blue leather. It is a virtually one-owner car, with one keeper from 1987 to 2022, and has clearly been cared for.
Over £7,500 has been spent on maintenance since 2020 and the service history has been kept up to date. It is a very genuine and original car in a great colour scheme and looks ready for warmer climes.
History and Paperwork
- First UK registered on 1st August 1986
- Factory built in March 1986
- Over £7,500 spent on maintenance since 2020
- This includes brand new Michelin tyres in 2021
- Extensive history dating back to 1986
- This includes pre-delivery check sheet from 1986
- 2 former registered keepers
- Current owner since 2022 and previous owner since 1987
- Supplied with original book pack and V5
- This includes owner's manual, service book, build sheet and PDI sheet
- Vehicle has spent most of its life on the Isle of Wight
The Condition
- Attractive factory colour combination
- Matching factory hard top with stand, both well kept
- Late galvanised model with rust-free bodywork
- Bulkhead checked and in good condition with no water ingress
- Well kept ‘Gullideckel’ alloy wheels with recent Michelin tyres fitted in 2021
- Original and rare Royal Blue leather interior in good order with little sign of wear
- Factory fitted and desirable optional rear seats
- Smart dark wood veneers
- Very original interior including Blaupunkt factory fitted sound system
- Some light signs of wear but this is a very well preserved car
- Very clean car with no visible corrosion to panels or underside
- No structural advisories in recent MOT
- Vendor advises that there is no work needed and it is ready to be enjoyed
- Factory fitted with cruise control
The Mechanics
- 4,973cc Mercedes-Benz M117 V8 engine
- 4spd automatic gearbox
- Full service history verifying mileage
- £7,500 spent since 2020 covering mechanical fettling
- Mechanically in great condition and runs perfectly according to owner
- One owner from 1987 to 2022
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