1987 Mercedes-Benz 560SL Roadster
A 560SL of 1987 can trace its ancestry back to 1954 and the world championship 300 SLR sports racing machines which swept all before it on a career that saw it retire undefeated in 1955. The 300 SL and all SL's to follow had their genesis in this immortal "Silver Arrow".
This 560SL is in effect 3 different 560SL's...an open-air roadster, a convertible coupe, and with fitting the steel hardtop, a closed grand touring coupe. This beautiful car can provide the pleasures of a sporting machine, and the benefits of a Mercedes-Benz. Built like a Panzer tank, this 52,723 title verified Euro sports car has the looks of a centerfold. Mercedes-Benz was hitting their stride with this late 1980's SL Roadster and this 3 owner example comes with its original window sticker, hardtop stand, and tons of aesthetic and functional upgrades.
Exterior
Signal Red covers this wonderfully straight steel paneled sportster, and absolutely little faults can be seen even when looking closely at the exterior of this car. Ribbed side mounted signal lights and wrap around ribbed tail lights are designed this way to be self-cleaning. A shiny grille surround with the large tri-pointed star leads the way, and a chromed bumper with black vinyl side coverings shows in front and rear. The like new tan canvas convertible top is showing only little wear and the rear window is crystal clear. All is in nice tight condition. A hardtop in body matching Signal Red comes with this car and is like new. Near perfect mirror polished alloy wheels can be noted on all 4 corners all wrapped in newer red stripe rubber all accented perfectly by the added chrome wheel arch moldings. All is classy and in great condition, what else can be said?...as upon viewing this beautiful example I'm speechless!
Interior
Palomino covered leather upholstered bucket seats rest within an environment of exotic burl walnut veneers, and all important very clean instrumentation. This interior is original and is done beautifully. Included a plethora of creature comforts like power windows, power mirrors, climate control, cruise control, and an upgraded AM/FM/CD changer stereo. A wood rimmed Nardi Signature steering wheel fronts a pristine dash with nary a bit of dust on the bezels or glass fronted gauges. Plush velvety Palomino carpeting floods this two seater's floors, rear storage compartment with added jump seat, and trunk with the front carpet protected by Palomino carpeted floor mats. All of this carpeting is in wonderful condition.
Drivetrain
The 5.6 Liter alloy, V8 engine incorporates electronic fuel injection and sits in an original condition engine bay. Slight patina is noted, but overall very nicely preserved. The hydraulically actuated torque converter automatic 4-speed transmission sits behind the V8 and can be used in automatic mode or be shifted manually. On the back is a 2.47 axle. Our consignor notes that a new genuine Mercedes-Benz radiator was installed at 50,000 miles.
Undercarriage
Seen is a slight patina and road dirt on the chassis that draws its design from that racing heritage, the 4-wheel anti-lock power disc brakes, beautifully maintained suspension and limited slip differential, one would expect nothing else from this vintage automobile. Independent coil spring suspension provides the handling and ride on all 4 corners with new Bilstein shocks installed 1,000 miles ago.
Drive-Ability
A very nice driver, great handling, and power to call on when needed. The 3 versions are a real plus, allowing you to use this car year round, although it's a classic so it is perfectly fine to spend some extra time in your garage. These older 560SL's are very hot right now, and my test drive proved that, although with the top down it kept me nice and cool. Plus putting the soft top up is a breeze when faced with an errant rain shower. All functions functioning, all systems GO save for the center vents not allowing air to come forth. While Classic Auto Mall represents that these functions were working at the time of our test drive, we cannot guarantee these functions will be working at the time of your purchase.
It's not very often you drive a car and instantly fall in love with the quality of the ride, the envy of the sheer power, and the luxury you are surrounded with. This car is 37 years old, has lots of useful upgrades and with the mere 52,723 miles it has a lifetime of faithful service still waiting to be enjoyed. With the look of things, it might have been garage kept for most of its life. I definitely have MB envy, and after my test drive, I wanted to take it home but decided to leave it for you to take. So, come and get it, as I hear the dinner bell ringing!
WDBBA48D1HA063164
W-Germany
D-Mercedes Benz
B-Passenger Car
B-SL Class
A-Roadster
48-560SL
D-Manual Belts, Driver's Airbag
1-Check Digit
H-1987
A-Sindelfingen Assy Plant
063164-Sequential Unit Number
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