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1986 Mercedes 500sl Roadster Rare European Model Cabernet/palomino 49,900 Miles on 2040-cars

US $12,995.00
Year:1980 Mileage:49964 Color: Cabernet /
 Palomino
Location:

Buffalo, New York, United States

Buffalo, New York, United States
Advertising:
Transmission:Automatic
Body Type:Roadster
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:V-8
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Private Seller
VIN: WDB1070461A042746 Year: 1980
Make: Mercedes-Benz
Model: SL-Class
Trim: Base
Options: Cassette Player, Leather Seats, Convertible
Safety Features: Anti-Lock Brakes
Drive Type: Rear Wheel Drive
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Windows
Mileage: 49,964
Exterior Color: Cabernet
Interior Color: Palomino
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Number of Cylinders: 8
Condition: UsedA vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections.Seller Notes:"A/C is not working. Cruise Control is not working. Occasional Timing Chain Rattle on Cold Start Up."

This is a 1986, but listed as 1980 in one description due to European VIN.

1986 Mercedes 500SL Roadster. 2 Tops. Cabernet Exterior with Palomino Leather Interior and Black Soft Top. Rare European Model seldom seen in the US. This unique R107 look combines the nicer small bumpers from the pre-1974 and/or European Models, European Lighting along with the more modern attributes like the 15" Alloy Wheels and Front Air Dam.

I have owned this vehicle for just over three years. The car has been in the US since 1986. To the best of my knowledge, there were 2 previous owners; one from 1986 through August of 2007, and the second from August 2007 until May 2010. Most of the documentation I have (Service Booklet, Mercedes-Benz VMI, Oil Change Stickers) indicate that the car has been Dealer Serviced. The drive belts and hoses are also Mercedes-Benz.  

Although this vehicle is quite similar to a US Spec 560SL, the key points of differentiation are:

1) Higher Output 5.0L Engine which I believe is rated at 240HP versus 227HP on the 560SL.
2) No Air Bag.
3) Climate Controls are different and include a separate driver and passenger setting.
4) It has a Becker Grand Prix Stereo, but it is somewhat different than the US Models.
5) Manual Retracting Antenna.
6) Sport/Economy Setting on the Automatic Transmission.
7) Simpler Sun-Visors without Lighted Vanity Mirrors.
8) Battery is in Engine Compartment versus the trunk on 560SL.
9) Rear Spoiler on Decklid/No 3rd Brake Light.
10) Vacuum Adjustable European Headlights/Amber Tips on Taillights.
11) Different Exhaust System.
12) Small European Style Bumpers

Mechanical Issues & Highlights-as referenced above, there is an occasional Timing Chain Rattle upon cold start, but the Engine is quite at all other times. The Air Conditioning is not working. My mechanic found a leak in the Condensor when the system was charged up, so I can not say if the issues are limited to the condensor or are more involved. The Cruise Control is not working. One of the front ABS Sensors is faulty so the ABS light comes on often when the brakes are applied. Lastly, the wiper fluid light remains on, but the system is functioning. Recent services and upgrades include New Michelin MXV Energy Tires in 2011 or less than 1,000 miles ago. New MB Battery 8-13. New Spark Plugs 8-13. Oil Change 8-13. New Timing Chain Tensioner 5-13. Fuel filter 5-11. Shifter Bushings 7-11. New Hood Insulation Pad 5-12. The Exhaust is original except for where the Catalytic Converter was added. There is some light seepage as shown, but no major fluid leaks.

Exterior Issues & Highlights-Overall, the paint is extremely nice. There is one small spot of surface rust on the lower rear corner of the drivers door. There are a couple if touched up scratches on the door edge, and one or two stone chips touched up on the hood. The Chrome is great. The glass is nice and original. The Rubber Mouldings & Trim are well preserved and not dried out. The soft top is original and in good condition. The left soft top window has one slight perforation as shown. The Hard Top is also very good.

Interior Issues & Highlights-The Leather is presentable, but the seats were re-dyed at some point. There are no areas with excessive wear, but light cracks are visible on the surface. The Door Panels, Carpeting, Rear Interior Panels etc are very good. The wood trim is very good, but there are superficial cracks on the shift surround. The dash is quite good. There is one small crack by the right defrost vent heading towards the windshield and another at the instrument cluster up-turn, but these are barely visible as seen in the image. The Left sunvisor is deteriorated, but the right side is fine. 

Other original attributes include the Owners Manual Kit including a German and English Owners Manual, First Aid Kit, Tool Kit, and a Factory or Dealer Installed Mercedes-Benz Radar Detector. 

The vehicle is sold as is where is.

International bidders are welcome.

Many more pic's available upon request.

     

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