Manufactured from 1986 to 1989 in the form that we have right now at Beverly Hills Car Club, the Mercedes-Benz 560SL represented the zenith of automotive design from the late 1980s, blending elegance with sportiness. The careful integration of form and function served to not only captivate the viewer but also enhance the overall driving experience.

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Its exterior was a striking combination of sophistication and robust presence. The car features sleek lines that contour the body, creating an aerodynamic shape that is both visually appealing and performance-oriented. The long hood, short rear deck, and sloping roofline contribute to its classic roadster styling.

The external visuals had a lot going for it, the look always with an inherent sensible practicality: for example, the elegance of its multi-reflector halogen headlights enhanced visibility while adding to the vehicle’s upscale look. Meanwhile, its bold, centrally-placed grille with the iconic three-pointed Mercedes-Benz star served as a distinctive emblem of the brand.

And the strategic use of chrome detailing on bumpers and trim reinforced its luxurious identity. Accordingly, its several iconic exterior design elements came together to convey prestige and performance, making the 560SL a head-turner even decades after its release.

For the driver and passenger, meanwhile, entering the 1989 Mercedes Benz 560SL was a fabulous experience, immediately enveloping them in a spacious sense of luxury, specifically designed with them in mind, extreme comfort coming the way of the high-quality materials employed. For example, the lavishly used premium leather on the seating ensures long-lasting comfort while the wood accents on the dashboard and door panels add warmth and a touch of class to the overall design.

As I said, we have one of these beauties right now at Beverly Hills Car Club, a low-mileage 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560SL with 2 tops featured with only 29,883 miles. Our car is finished in its factory color of Signal Red complemented by an Anthracite interior with Burl Walnut wood trim. This 560SL comes with two tops, providing you with the option to cruise with the body-color removable hardtop or enjoy the convertible soft top.

The 560SL is powered by a fuel-injected V8 engine and an automatic transmission. Additional equipment includes power-assisted four-wheel disc brakes, twin exhaust finishers, power-assisted steering, VDO instrumentation, chrome bumpers with rubber guards, body side moldings, quadruple headlamps, Behr radiator, front spoiler, chrome trim, Bosch-branded front fog lights, Pirelli tires, 15-inch Gullideckel-style wheels, tool roll, and a full-size spare tire fitted in the trunk.

Convenience features include adjustable bucket seats with head restraints, rear bench seat, air conditioning, cruise control, door pockets, power-operated windows, power-adjustable passenger-side mirror, 4-spoke steering wheel, center console, glove box, door pockets, a Becker Grand Prix radio, and a fender-mounted antenna.

This classic car comes complete with an owner’s manual, a service book, and a clean CARFAX report, reflecting a life lived exclusively in the sunny state of California. As a classic German car, it holds a special place in automotive history, representing an era when Mercedes-Benz was synonymous with unparalleled craftsmanship and innovation. If you’re in search of a classic car that combines timeless elegance with modern amenities, look no further than this well-preserved 560SL that is mechanically sound.

The Mercedes-Benz R107 and C107 are grand tourers which were produced by Mercedes-Benz from 1971 until 1989, being the second longest single series ever produced by the automaker after the G-Class. They were sold under the SL (R107) and SLC (C107) model names in a variety of names indicating the displacement of the engines.

The R107/SL was a two-seat convertible with detachable roof. During its production run, the R107 was the only roadster offered by Mercedes, as it replaced the W113 SL-Class in 1971 and was replaced by the R129 SL-Class in 1989. The C107/SLC was a four-seat car with a fixed roof and an optional sliding steel sunroof. It replaced the W111 Coupé in 1971, in turn replaced by the C126 S-class coupé in 1981.

The predecessor W113 was notably successful in North America, with 19,440 units (40%) of 48,912 total units sold in the US. The R107 and C107 were even more focused on the American market, with specialized engines, bumper designs, headlights, and emissions management designs. The R107 and C107 sold 204,373 units in the US (68%) of 300,175 total units sold (excluding grey market sales into the US).

The R107 and C107 took the chassis components of the midsize 1968 Mercedes-Benz W114 model and mated them initially to the M116 and M117 V8 engines used in the W108, W109 and W111 series. The body styles for both R107 and C107 did not change materially from introduction in 1971 to their end of production in 1981 (coupé) and 1989 (soft-top) respectively.

The SL (R107) variant was a 2-seat convertible/roadster with standard soft-top, with optional winter hardtop and only rarely ordered very small rear bench-seat.

-Alex Manos, Owner