1988 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL - Exceptional Original Condition Low Miles Overview First registered in August 1988, this 300SL in the desirable and popular colour combination of signal red bodywork over a black check cloth interior, and was supplied by International Cars of Chesterfield. The previous keeper purchased the car from Gerard Mann, Birmingham in 1992 for his wife having only covered 11000 miles. The car was serviced most of its life by Gerard Mann with the exception of the last but one recorded service by Patrick Solihull Limited at 36991 in March 1997 and 42183 miles in May 1998. The car was then dry stored until 2023. The present owner purchased the car from the previous owner in 2023 and had the car fully mechanically recommissioned using genuine Mercedes OEM parts and new Continental tyres to maintain the cars originality and condition at considerable cost. The car was bought for its original and exceptional condition having only been used for 10 years of its life and hence its rare low mileage. The car presents extremely well and still has some parts labels on components underneath the car from new. The car has no previous welding or rust anywhere underneath the car, this can be evidenced by its originality with no present rust inhibitors or waxoyl type products used anywhere. All Mercedes SL cars manufactured from 1987 onwards had galvanised bodies which help minimise future corrosion and costly repairs. Exterior The paintwork itself is in wonderful condition, having evidently benefitting from being garaged since new, in order to preserve its condition. There are no stone chips, usage marks and the general 'patina ' is commensurate with a vehicle of this age and mileage. The rubber trims on both the front and rear bumper have no scuffs and scratches. Elsewhere, the chrome on this lovely R107 is in good order, and the soft top and frame looks like new, clearly having very little use. Interior Inside, the black check cloth interior still looks remarkably fresh to this day, which is a strong indicator of having lived a cherished life. Both seats show no signs of wear-and-tear such as minor creases and imperfections, whilst there are no signs of any rips, tears or damage to the covers. Similarly, the carpets and floor mats are in an equally excellent condition, as is the rear load area behind the seats, where you'll also find the OE first-aid kit remaining in-situ. Looking at the dashboard, there are no signs of any cracks or sun damage