Launched in late 1985, the 560SL convertible/coupé was the latest in Mercedes-Benz’s long and much loved line of luxury sports cars that could trace its lineage back to the 230SL of 1963. In the 560SL’s case its Type 107 bodyshell had debuted on the 350SL (introduced late in 1970) and this timeless style would continue in production for another five years. The 560SL was specifically created for the North American market where the 380SL was being challenged by privately imported examples of the more powerful, European-market 500SL model. Powered by a 5.5-liter, overhead-camshaft V8 engine, the 560SL emphatically redressed the balance, producing 227bhp to the US-market 380SL’s 155, an output good enough for a top speed of 137mph with 60mph reachable in 8 seconds. There were improvements to the running gear too in the form of anti-dive/anti-squat rear suspension, limited-slip differential and revised steering geometry, while other noteworthy features incorporated in this class-leading automobile included leather upholstery, anti-lock braking, anti-theft alarm system, stereo radio-cassette, leather trimmed steering wheel/shift lever, and an improved climate control system, all of which were standard equipment. In 1986, the first full year of production, the 560SL sold for $48,200 (East Coast). This 560SL was purchased by the owner’s parents from Mercedes-Benz dealer Smother’s European of Santa Rosa, California circa 1991/92 and used as a ‘Sunday’ car. The 560SL was registered in its owner’s business name prior to transfer of Title to his widow in 1996 and thence to the owner in 2002. We are advised that the car has been driven regularly but sparingly, and currently displays a total of 45,279 miles on the odometer. This well presented Mercedes-Benz convertible is offered for sale complete with factory hardtop, original first aid kit, owner’s wallet, handbook and sundry service invoices.
Launched in late 1985, the 560SL convertible/coupé was the latest in Mercedes-Benz’s long and much loved line of luxury sports cars that could trace its lineage back to the 230SL of 1963. In the 560SL’s case its Type 107 bodyshell had debuted on the 350SL (introduced late in 1970) and this timeless style would continue in production for another five years. The 560SL was specifically created for the North American market where the 380SL was being challenged by privately imported examples of the more powerful, European-market 500SL model. Powered by a 5.5-liter, overhead-camshaft V8 engine, the 560SL emphatically redressed the balance, producing 227bhp to the US-market 380SL’s 155, an output good enough for a top speed of 137mph with 60mph reachable in 8 seconds. There were improvements to the running gear too in the form of anti-dive/anti-squat rear suspension, limited-slip differential and revised steering geometry, while other noteworthy features incorporated in this class-leading automobile included leather upholstery, anti-lock braking, anti-theft alarm system, stereo radio-cassette, leather trimmed steering wheel/shift lever, and an improved climate control system, all of which were standard equipment. In 1986, the first full year of production, the 560SL sold for $48,200 (East Coast). This 560SL was purchased by the owner’s parents from Mercedes-Benz dealer Smother’s European of Santa Rosa, California circa 1991/92 and used as a ‘Sunday’ car. The 560SL was registered in its owner’s business name prior to transfer of Title to his widow in 1996 and thence to the owner in 2002. We are advised that the car has been driven regularly but sparingly, and currently displays a total of 45,279 miles on the odometer. This well presented Mercedes-Benz convertible is offered for sale complete with factory hardtop, original first aid kit, owner’s wallet, handbook and sundry service invoices.
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