Highlights
- Very well kept car in Arctic White with matching hard top
- Rare 218bhp 4.2L V8 model
- Desirable later galvanised model
- Only six registered keepers from new
- Well-maintained with a recent specialist service in August 2025
- Low mileage for the year
- Current MOT valid to August 2026
The Appeal
Handsome, comfortable, powerful and built to the sort of exacting standards that made Mercedes such a hallmark of quality, it’s perhaps no surprise that good R107s remain in such demand.
This very appealing Arctic White facelift car marks a change from the regular 300SLs with its 218bhp 4.2L V8 engine. It delivers a useful increase in high-speed heft, plus that lovely muted eight-cylinder rumble. For a 420SL this car’s mileage represents barely run-in. As a later car it benefits from a galvanised body.
It has clearly been looked after by its handful of keepers, as you can see from the photos. Alongside the matching factory hard top and rear seat, there is a set of uprated 16-inch ‘Gullideckels.’ They add a touch of extra purpose to the exterior.
The large history file supports the displayed mileage and shows regular attention. The car was last serviced in August 2025 by a noted marque specialist. The MOT runs to August 2026 with only one very minor advisory to note.
This is a really tidy and nicely specified 420SL that looks perfect for some 2026 sunshine driving.
History and Paperwork
- First registered on 1st August 1988
- Six registered keepers
- Current keeper since May 2021
- Large history file as shown in photos
- Factory handbooks
- Service history shown in photos
- Last service 21st August 2025 by Mercedes-Benz specialist
- MOT valid to 19th August 2026 with one advisory
The Condition
- Attractive Arctic White paintwork in very good condition, as shown
- Matching factory hard top is also well kept
- Bodywork shows well across the usual R107 check areas, such as sills and arches
- Underside as shown with no structural advisories
- Blue fabric folding roof in good order with clear rear screens
- 16in Gullideckel alloys in very good condition with matching spare
- Nicely detailed with Mercedes-branded mud flaps
- Chromework, including bumpers and trim in good order
- Blue checkered fabric interior presents well with few signs of wear
- Desirable factory rear seat conversion
- Blue vinyl dash top and door cards also in good order
- Walnut veneer trim appears original and well-kept
- Blaupunkt London CD player fitted
The Mechanics
- M117 218bhp 4,196cc V8 engine
- 4spd automatic gearbox
- Regularly maintained as shown in photos
- Maintained by Mercedes specialists in recent years
- Last serviced in August 2025 with few miles since
- Minor advisory on current MOT
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