1987 Mercedes Benz 560SL Roadster

Three (3) owners, finished in Smoke Silver (702) with Dark Brown (273) interior. Beautiful overall condition with excellent paint and leather interior. Two tops. Excellent mechanical condition and performs flawlessly. The 5.5-liter V-8 engine producing 227 horsepower, automatic transmission, and four wheels disc brakes. The last of the R107's built from 1971-1989. A great collectible for a very reasonable price.

Options:
442- Airbag in the steering wheel
494- California Version (elimination of windshield heater)
506- Outside rear view mirror, left and right, heated (electrically adjustable on the right)
519- USA- Becker radio Mexico Grand Prix, electronic
531- Automatic antenna
551- Anti-theft warning system
581- Thermoking air conditioner/ automatic climate control
262- Elimination of rear end spoiler
807- Change of YOM, last figure shows new year model
273- TeKaDe BSA 33 car phone, installation below the ashtray

History

In 1986, Mercedes-Benz produced its most powerful SL of the decade, the 560SL Roadster. The SL was also the heaviest of the 1971-89 R107 SLs that Mercedes produced, with the new 5.5-liter V-8 engine producing 227 horsepower. Top speed was much improved from 110 mph in the 380SL to 130 mph, and the 560SL was quicker from a standstill to 60 mph by about 4 full seconds.

The engine has more torque, which improved the SLs dynamics. The 560SL received a new rear suspension and a limited-slip differential to better handle the added torque and power. Mercedes-Benz also added anti-lock brakes, leather upholstery, an alarm system, and an airbag, all of which better suited the SLs $48,000 price tag.

The 560SL sold well with average annual sales exceeding 12,000 units, which outpaced the 450SL and 380SL. Nonetheless, Mercedes retired the R107 chassis in 1990, introducing the first all-new SL in 18 years. Today, many enthusiasts gravitate towards the 560SL as it retains some of the original lines of the pagoda SLs while carrying with it all of the R107's advances. It remains a popular choice for those enthusiasts who value verve and build quality for a low price of entry.