Highlights

85,833 miles from new
Original and unrestored
3.8-litre V8, automatic
Comprehensive service history
Desirable Petrol Blue Green Metallic paintwork
Removable hardtop with stand
23 Service stamps

The Appeal

R107s have been, are, and probably always will be, one of the most sought after and desirable everyday classic cars. Why? Well they just do a lot of things very, very well. They’re elegantly styled, immaculately well engineered, endlessly comfortable and come with a raft of engine choices – all of which are smooth and eminently reliable. For anyone seeking a classic grand tourer they can use on a regular basis, they are quite simply the only sensible solution.

This handsome example has apparently never been restored and is presented here with low mileage, a superb specification, a great service record and in overall excellent condition. We’d love it for that gorgeous Petrol Blue Green Metallic paintwork alone, but there’s so much more to recommend it than that. With a hearty V8 powertrain and smooth automatic transmission, it’s the perfect partner to go cruising with this summer.

The History and Paperwork

First registered in August 1984
Seven owners from new
Current owner since January 2021
2 sets of keys
Always kept in a heated garage
Extensive stamped service record – all by main dealers and specialists
Last service in September 2022 at 84,453 miles
85,833 miles from new
Comprehensive history file, with numerous invoices, sales brochures and other items
Original owner’s handbooks included
V5c present and correct

The Interior

Beige vinyl and beige tartan fabric throughout, all presented in very good order, with no significant wear and no notable damage
Coordinated beige carpets and floor mats look to be in good condition, with no threading we could see
Electric front windows
Wood veneers to the dashboard look very smart, with no warping or cracking in evidence
The switchgear and driving controls present well, with minimal wear, just a light natural patina
Optional rear seats are in very nice condition, looking as if they have rarely been used
Modern Sony Bluetooth/USB sound system – the original Blaupunkt radio is also included
We’re told by the vendor that all of the cabin’s functions operate just as they should, with no faults declared
As with all R107s, the boot is large and practical, finished with beige carpeting and also containing a full-size spare alloy wheel as well as the toolkit

The Exterior

Petrol Green Blue Metallic paintwork is in excellent condition for the age and mileage – clearly having been well cared for over the years, it wears a deep gloss and only a few minor blemishes
All of the body panels look neat and straight, with no hints of damage or corrosion, crisp lines and even, consistent panel gaps and shut lines
The brightwork all appears to be present and correct, showing a fine lustre that belies the car’s age
All of the badging and external trim shows in fine condition, with just a small nick to the rubber of the near-side rear bumper and a slight scuff to the near-side front bumper
There is a black fabric roof which is in fine fettle, with no tears, obvious wear or UV damage we could discern
The removable hardtop is in nice condition, with a small amount of bubbling to the lower edge – it comes complete with a protective and padded stand for easy storage
We’re told the bulkhead has been inspected by the vendor’s mechanic and given a clean bill of health
Twin front fog lights and headlamp wipers
Underneath the car looks very straight and tidy, with no signs of corrosion, damage or any other problems – it has also been neatly undersealed
Original 14-inch ‘Mexican hat’ alloy wheels look lovely, with no kerbing or scuffing we could see, and they’re shod with a decent set of tyres that look to have good tread

The Mechanics

3,839cc naturally-aspirated V8
Automatic transmission
Power assisted steering
Rear-wheel drive
Excellent service record – last serviced in September 2022 at 84,453 miles
The engine bay presents very well, being clean and tidy with no evidence of issues
We’re assured the car shows no mechanical issues and drives very well – the vendor tells us they completed the NC500 in it last year with no problems at all

Summary

Debonair, desirable and deliciously well engineered, a good R107 is always a treat. And this is a very lovely example, finished in a fine specification and with a great history. If you've always wanted to put an R107 on your driveway, you can’t afford to miss out on this.

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