1988 Mercedes-Benz R107 560SL Convertible 5,6L V8
Note: This car has been imported to the Netherlands from the USA. Check your local import rules to register it in your home country before bidding.
Note: This car has been imported to the Netherlands from the USA. Check your local import rules to register it in your home country before bidding.
Highlights
- Comes with USA title and Dutch Import documentation
- All duties and VAT have been paid
- Comes with Mercedes-Benz datacard, window sticker and CLEAN CARFAX to confirm damage free history
- Comes with both hardtop and softtop
- Seller can assist with worldwide transport and shipping
The Appeal
The Mercedes-Benz R107 SL series represents one of the most successful luxury convertibles ever produced, with the 560SL standing as the ultimate evolution of this iconic model, specifically built for the tightening US market. This 1988 example, finished in elegant Barolorot (540), is from the final production year of the R107 - widely considered the most refined and desirable of the entire 18-year production run.
This particular 560SL comes with comprehensive documentation including its original Mercedes-Benz datacard, window sticker, and a clean Carfax report confirming its damage-free history. Having already been imported to Europe with all duties and VAT paid, this classic Mercedes appears in smart condition for collectors seeking a well-documented example of the flagship R107 model.
History and Paperwork
- 1988 model registered in the USA with accompanying title
- Complete with Dutch import documentation, with all duties and VAT paid
- Comes with original Mercedes-Benz datacard confirming factory specifications
- Original window sticker preserved
- Clean Carfax report confirming damage-free history
- Matching numbers 5.6L V8 engine
- Odometer shows 119,370 miles
- Seller can assist with worldwide transport and shipping
Mercedes-Benz datacard information:
- Interior LEATHER - BEIGE (275)
- Paint 1 540
- Paint 2 540
- Paint 5 75
Code Description
- 240 OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE INDICATOR
- 262 ELIMINATION OF REAR END SPOILER
- 442 AIRBAG IN STEERING WHEEL
- 461 INSTRUMENT WITH MILES IND. AND ENGLISH LEGEND
- 494 VERSION FOR USA
- 506 OUTSIDE REAR VIEW MIRROR, LEFT AND RIGHT, HEATED (ELECTRICALLY ADJUSTABLE ON THE RIGHT)
- 519 BECKER RADIO MEXICO GRAND PRIX, ELECTRONIC (USA)
- 524 PAINTWORK - PRESERVATION
- 531 AUTOMATIC ANTENNA
- 543 SUN VISOR WITH VANITY MIRROR, ILLUMINATED, LEFT AND RIGHT
- 551 ANTI-THEFT/ANTI-BREAK-IN WARNING SYSTEM
- 570 FOLDING ARMREST, FRONT
- 581 AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL
- 592 HEAT-INSULATING GLASS, ALL-AROUND, HEATED REAR WINDOW PANE, BAND FILTER
- 639 ELIMINATION OF FIRST-AID BOX AND WARNING TRIANGLE
- 740 BLACK SOFT TOP FABRIC 9001
- 808 CHANGE OF MODEL YEAR, THE LAST FIGURE SHOWING THE NEW MODEL YEAR
The Condition
- Finished in Barolorot (540) paintwork
- Equipped with both the original hardtop and black soft top fabric (9001)
- Beige leather interior (275) presents well
- Features heat-insulating glass all around with heated rear window
- Chrome elements include front and rear bumpers, grille, mirrors and rims
- Equipped with power windows
- Central door locking system
- Interior features include leather seats, leather steering wheel and centre armrest
- Illuminated vanity mirrors in both sun visors
- Original Becker Radio Mexico Grand Prix electronic unit (USA specification)
- Automatic antenna
- Fitted with automatic climate control
The Mechanics
- 5.6L (5,547cc) V8 engine producing 227 HP( Matching numbers)
- 4-speed automatic transmission
- Power steering
- Power brakes with ABS
- Cruise control
- Mechanically standard
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