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

USA title and Dutch Import documentation
All duties and VAT have been paid
Comes with Mercedes-Benz datacard
CLEAN CARFAX (32 entries) to confirm damage-free history
Desirable and rare colour ‘BLUE-BLACK - METALLIC PAINT (199O)’
New and professional upholstery on seats
Seller can assist with worldwide transport and shipping

The Appeal

The Mercedes-Benz R107 560SL represents the pinnacle of the iconic SL roadster range, featuring the largest engine offered in the series and available exclusively for the American market. This 1986 example is finished in rare Blue-Black Metallic paint, complemented by newly upholstered anthracite leather seats.

What makes this particular 560SL worthy of consideration is its documented history, with a clean Carfax report containing 32 entries confirming its damage-free past. The vehicle comes with its original Mercedes-Benz datacard verifying its authentic specification, and has recently undergone comprehensive servicing including new fuel system components and a complete set of new tyres. With all import duties and VAT already paid, this American-spec R107 offers a turnkey opportunity for European enthusiasts seeking the most powerful variant of this classic Mercedes roadster.

History and Paperwork

1986 model registered in the USA with USA title and Dutch import documentation
All duties and VAT have been paid
Local registration will be the responsibility of the buyer
Comes with original Mercedes-Benz datacard confirming factory specifications
Clean Carfax report with 32 entries confirming damage-free history
Recent comprehensive service history including:
Seller can assist with worldwide transport and shipping
Current mileage of 296,754 miles

Recent service history:
05/31/2024
Eurofix Of Mt Juliet (Mount Juliet, TennesseeMount Juliet, TN)

Vehicle serviced
Fuel line/hose replaced
Shifter bushings replaced

03/27/2024
Eurofix Of Mt Juliet (Mount Juliet, TennesseeMount Juliet, TN)

Vehicle serviced
Four tires balanced
Four tires mounted
Four tires replaced
Fuel filter replaced
Fuel pump replaced
No-start/hard start condition checked
Oil and filter changed
Tire condition and pressure checked
Tire(s) replaced

Mercedes-Benz datacard information:

Interior LEATHER ANTHRACITE (271)

Paint 1 BLUE-BLACK - METALLIC PAINT (199O)
Paint 2 BLUE-BLACK - METALLIC PAINT (199O)
Paint 5 71

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
491 U.S. VERSION
506 OUTSIDE REAR VIEW MIRROR, LEFT AND RIGHT, HEATED (ELECTRICALLY ADJUSTABLE ON THE RIGHT)
519 BECKER RADIO MEXICO GRAND PRIX, ELECTRONIC (USA)
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
806 CHANGE OF MODEL YEAR, THE LAST FIGURE SHOWING THE NEW MODEL YEAR

The Condition

Finished in Blue-Black Metallic paint (code 199O)
New professional upholstery on seats in original Anthracite leather (code 271)
Features black soft top fabric (code 740)
Equipped with heat-insulating glass all around with heated rear window
Fitted with automatic antenna
Interior includes illuminated vanity mirrors on both sun visors
Front folding armrest
Automatic climate control system
Becker Radio Mexico Grand Prix electronic stereo (USA specification) (replaced for a newer system)
Airbag in steering wheel
Heated and electrically adjustable outside mirrors
Outside temperature indicator

The Mechanics

5.6-litre (5,547cc) V8 engine producing 227 HP
4-speed automatic transmission
Matching numbers engine
Recently received comprehensive mechanical attention including:
- New fuel pump installation
- Fuel filter replacement
- Fuel line/hose replacement
- Shifter bushings replacement
- Complete set of four new tyres
- Oil and filter service
- Hard start condition diagnosed and addressed
Believed to be mechanically standard

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