17k-Mile 1989 Mercedes-Benz 560SL Roadster
Vehicle Details
- Year: 1989
- Make: Mercedes-Benz
- Model: 560SL
- VIN: WDBBA48D3KA103848
- Mileage: 17,049
- Transmission: Automatic
- Title Status: Clean
- Color: Signal Red
- Seller Type: Dealer
- Location: Gulf Stream, FL 33483
- Dealer Fees: None
- Lot #: V-0026225
Introduced in 1971, the R107 was exclusive to the North American, Japanese, and Australian markets with specialized engines, bumper designs, headlights, and emissions management designs. The 560 SL combines classic Mercedes-Benz styling and impressive touring capabilities, fitted with a 5.6-liter V8 which was the largest engine to have been offered for the R107 generation. Finished in Signal Red over a Crème Beige interior, this two-owner 1989 example is now being offered for auction with just over 17k miles on the odometer.
This example comes finished in Signal Red with a black canvas soft top, North American specification quad headlamps, front fog lights, chrome bumpers and trim, a removable painted hardtop, and factory 15” Gullideckel alloy wheels. The seller adds that a recent service includes linkage adjustments and clip replacements for the convertible top release. Additional images are provided in the gallery along with a clean CARFAX report.
The cabin is upholstered with Cream Beige leather and features matching carpets and burl wood trim. Equipment includes power windows and door locks, cruise control, air conditioning, branded floor mats, and an original Becker Grand Prix stereo. All features and accessories are said to be working properly.
Power comes from a 5.6-liter M117 V8 engine rated at 227 HP and 279 lb.-ft of torque, sent to the rear wheels through a 4-speed automatic transmission. The 560SL was factory equipped with power steering, a fully independent suspension, and power-assisted four-wheel disc brakes as standard equipment. Recent major service includes an oil and filter change, and replacements to the front exhaust hangers, windshield washer pump, and rear differential mount. Accompanying documentation is provided in the gallery.
This sale will include a clean title, owner's manuals, sales literature, a window sticker, four keys, and the hardtop. Additionally, the original tool kit, convertible top tools, first aid kit, and spare tire will accompany the sale.
Auction Results
- Highest Bid: $58,000
- Auction End: Jan 20, 2023 08:06:39PM UTC
- Number of Bids: 13
Comments (25)
Bid in the amount of $58,000
Bid in the amount of $57,000
Bid in the amount of $56,500
Bid in the amount of $56,000
Bid in the amount of $55,250
Bid in the amount of $55,000
Bid in the amount of $52,500
Bid in the amount of $51,500
If any bidders have a last minute question we are monitoring this forum until the end of auction. Bid with confidence that this is a turn key 560SL and looks, feels, and drives like a 17,000 mile car should.
Bid in the amount of $51,000
Bid in the amount of $50,000
@EuropeanC Its posted now.
@EuropeanC We submitted a video showing startup with all of the lights, including the ABS light working. It should be live tomorrow.
Bid in the amount of $47,000
@EuropeanC yes the ABS light works.... If you want another start up video, we can do one tomorrow.
@GrabberBlue no, none
Any leaks noticed in the in the convertible top when the car was washed?
Hello Pedigree11
On your start up video it looks like the ABS is not working. Light is not coming on at all, Can you please do another video where the light is coming on and than go off for the ABS, or is it not working at all ?
@mdsmds Although we were not provided with service records prior to our purchasing the car, we did inspect everything that you mentioned. My shop told me there was evidence that a lot of work had been performed on the car recently. We checked all of the mounts and bushings and they are all good. No dry rot anywhere so they had been changed.
Do you have any service records from prior to your ownership? Have the rubber subframe mounts and engine mounts and other suspension bushings been changed? They do dry out as they age.
@rocketman all of your questions were answered in the description, but just to review.
How many owners ?
On December 1, 1989, Mr. William Dawson of Orlando, Florida took delivery of this beautiful Signal Red with Cream Beige 1989 560SL. He owned it until mid 2002 when its second owner in North Carolina took possession.
Any history of an accident or paintwork of any kind ?
None
When was the last annual service performed ?
We just serviced the car, everything is up to date
When were the tires last replaced ?
The tires were recently replaced just prior to our purchasing it.
The car is available for private viewing or inspection to anyone who would is a potential bidder.
Bid in the amount of $40,000
Nice looking example.
How many owners ?
Any history of an accident or paintwork of any kind ?
When was the last annual service performed ?
When were the tires last replaced ?
Thanks
Bid in the amount of $12,000
Hi everyone and welcome to our 17,000 mile 1989 560SL. This is a special car that any enthusiast will be proud to add to their collection. We do our best to answer questions as quickly as possible but we cannot monitor this forum 24/7. If you have a question that you need an immediate answer too, or would like to arrange to inspect it, please click on "contact seller" for a quicker response. Anyone who sees this 560SL in person will be very impressed with it. Thank you everyone who is looking and bidding, someone will be very happy.