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Highlights

Original United States example of the 560SL
Original blue-black metallic paintwork (199O)
Still carrying US registration
All duties and imports paid

The Appeal

Perhaps one of the most essential classics in the Mercedes-Benz repertoire, the R107 is so numerous and long-lived today because it’s simply a superb balance of mechanics, styling and quality. These big, blocky cars continue to charm and impress today.

This example, an unmodified American-spec 560SL, is presented with the added authority of a clear CARFAX report, and appears to be a completely original, matching-numbers example.

The History and Paperwork

First registered in the USA in 1987
Imported to the Netherlands in 2022 following an auction
Still carries US registration and ownership certificate
Indicates 141,620 miles
This appears to be authentic mileage, going from the car’s history
Car has seemingly always maintained its original paintwork and interior
The latest service we can spot on the CARFAX report was in 2012
Paperwork includes:
- Original registration documents
- Original Mercedes-Benz maintenance booklet
- Original owner’s manual
- Original radio operating guide
- Stamped service record (incomplete)
- Complete CARFAX report

The Interior

Original red leather interior
Original red leather seats
Red fabric rear bench
Red dashboard with attractive wood accents and centre console
Original period instruments throughout
Original radio
Plastic Mercedes-Benz branded steering wheel

The Exterior

Stylish Mercedes-Benz lines and styling
Original black-blue paintwork
US-spec with outsized black plastic bumpers
Hard top and soft top included
Car sitting on its original alloys
Full set of Good Year tyres

The Mechanics

Impressive 5.6L V8 powerplant - the largest ever fitted to the R107
4-speed 4GTronic transmission
Power-assisted disc brakes
Car is a ‘matching numbers’ example
Appears to have last been serviced in 2012, according to Carfax
As a result, it’s likely to need some mechanical work

Summary

A highly desirable variant of the R107, this 5.6L V8-powered roadster is impressively original and should make a great prospect for the lucky future owner.

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