Highlights
- 'B50SL' - 'Big 500SL' is included in the sale
- 37k miles from new
- In current ownership for 24 years
- Originally owned by Alex Henshaw MBE, famous Spitfire test pilot
- Garage-stored since 2000
- Includes detachable hard top with stand and car cover
- Six previous keepers, all believed to be owned by several members of the Henshaw family and then was sold to an airline pilot
The Appeal
Big, brash and loaded with executive luxury, the R107 really acts as a sort of ultimatum for the age-old roadster formula, making use of legendary, rock-solid engineering, an impressive interior trim and impressive V8 performance. These big, bold-stanced roadsters maintain a brutalist, almost industrial aesthetic that's never been so distinctive and eyecatching.
This particular example boasts a fascinating provenance, having been originally purchased by Alex Henshaw MBE, the legendary Spitfire test pilot and air racer. The car has enjoyed careful ownership throughout its life, spending the last 24 years with the current keeper, who acquired it through British Airways' internal advertising scheme from a BA pilot. Having been garage-stored since 2000, this 500SL is nicely presented and ready and waiting for its new owner.
This particular example boasts a fascinating provenance, having been originally purchased by Alex Henshaw MBE, the legendary Spitfire test pilot and air racer. The car has enjoyed careful ownership throughout its life, spending the last 24 years with the current keeper, who acquired it through British Airways' internal advertising scheme from a BA pilot. Having been garage-stored since 2000, this 500SL is nicely presented and ready and waiting for its new owner.
History and Paperwork
- Registered in 1984
- Originally purchased by Alex Henshaw MBE
- Previous owner was a British Airways pilot
- Six previous keepers, all believed to be owned by several members of the Henshaw family and then was sold to an airline pilot
- Found through British Airways internal advertising scheme and purchased in February 2000
- Service history available
- Car has been garage-stored since purchase
- Indicates 37,936 miles
The Condition
- Attractive paintwork that's in good overall order
- Gentle blistering here and there, but nothing overly intrusive
- Gentle pitting to the brightwork
- Some signs of corrosion in the arches
- Detachable hard top included
- Hard top stand included
- Interior looks in very good order
- Seats are well-presented with no obvious rips or tears we can discern
- Dashboard is clean and well-presented
- All instruments working except for the clock
- Car cover included
The Mechanics
- 5.0-litre V8 engine
- 4-speed automatic transmission
- Engine looks in good overall order
- No engine modifications have been made
- A slight oil leak has been present for several years, and reportedly hasn't worsened
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