Description
It’s 1986, and American diplomat John Dixon has weighed his options, made his decisions and isn’t hesitating any longer. The brochure for the Mercedes-Benz SL R107 sits before him, and with great enthusiasm he picks up the phone. The R107 had already proven itself over the years and had earned a solid reputation among European sports cars. Dixon chooses the elegant — and remarkably rare — version equipped with a 3. 0‑litre inline-six paired with a four‑speed manual, presented in Champagne Metallic with a leather interior, rear seats and — most importantly — in an entirely original condition with authentic mileage. In 1988, as his diplomatic mission in Europe comes to an end, he brings the car back to the United States, where he keeps it until 1992, before selling it to a classic Mercedes specialist. The car then stays in the same Maryland family until 2019, when a Dutch buyer acquires it and takes it back to its country of origin to continue its history. After its arrival, the car benefits from meticulous servicing at the Mercedes-Benz Gomes dealership, where it receives everything it needs. It is now ready to pass into the hands of its fourth owner. The full history is documented, the service books are stamped, and the true mileage of 91, 000 km is fully confirmed. The car is ready to hit the road. It’s a car that expresses both sophistication and pure driving joy. In short: it’s a Mercedes-Benz SL R107. It doesn’t just roll — it dominates the road.
