500SL Mercedes Benz convertible R107 series 1988. Excellent condition throughout, FSH 98,000 miles, Cruise control, ABS, and Blaupunkt radio cassette to match the car. MOT Oct 2024Midnight Blue exterior with grey leather seats and interior trim, matching Midnight Blue hardtop and dark blue fabric soft top. Always kept in garage overnight, it is a wonderful vehicle to view and drive. Launched in 1971, the R107 Mercedes SL has become one of the ultimate open-top classic cars. Deceptively quick, the SL encompassed all of Mercedes Benz's traditional values, combining practicality, driving experience and elegance. There's a bit more substance than just the SL's V8 power though, the very mention of an open-top Mercedes is perpetually connected with decadence and luxury. The SL's interior is simple but intuitive, the driving experience of the SL is one of understated elegance. It will glide you along any road with comfort, the unstressed V8 often reminding you that you have plenty of power and low down torque on tap. This is a reason why the R107 cars, particularly the 500 SL are safe bets on the market.This 1988 Mercedes 500 SL is a genuine UK late "facelift" model, which has been well maintained throughout its life. New with several non-standard options including an automatic antenna, front lamps, rear bench seat stops, cruise control, bumper guards and the useful cold weather start equipment. Finished in "Midnight Blue" with grey leather, this facelift November 1988 example of a 500 SL has a huge file of paperwork and receipts and has spent all of the last two decades undercover in a garage. It's all about the experience when driving an open-top 500 SL. The car is remarkably capable for modern driving conditions, these mechanically hardy cars have been proven dependable for almost 50 years. The 500 SL is the most desirable R107 model sold, and as a result, demand has been steady. What is the appeal then? Well, the impressive handling combined with the thoughtfully designed cabin, finished off with the svelte compact body styling ticks many boxes for those who would like a classic car, but not willing to sacrifice comfort and mechanical durability. A very clean example would be an accurate summary of this R107, the body lines are very straight, with no rippling or significant dents. The panel gaps are excellent, the doors open with no sagging. Next MOT due 11/10/2024, Blue, 5+ owners, £34,995