1988 Mercedes-benz 560sl R107 Convertible 37k Miles Best Colors Like New on 2040-cars
Year:1988Mileage:37297Color: Red
/ Tan
Location:
Naples, Florida, United States
Transmission:Automatic
Body Type:Convertible
Engine:V8 5.6L SOHC
Vehicle Title:Clear
For Sale By:Dealer
Condition:
Used: A 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.
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VIN (Vehicle Identification Number): WDBBA48D3JA082787
Year: 1988
Make: Mercedes-Benz
Model: SL-Class
Warranty: No
Mileage: 37,297
Sub Model: 560SL Roadster
Doors: 2
Exterior Color: Red
Fuel: Gasoline
Interior Color: Tan
Drivetrain: RWD
1988 Mercedes-Benz 560SL Roadster - 37K Miles, Best Colors, Finest Example
Welcome to Auto Haus, Inc., located in the resort town
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Auto Haus, Inc. has over 25 years experience in the
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Vehicle Description
Just arrived is this incredible, all original, and ultra-low mileage example of the R107 series Mercedes-Benz SL-Class, in the most sought after trim and color combination (Signal Red and Cream Beige leather). This SL has had two owners since new, and was first used as a summer-only car in Ontario, Canada by the original owner, who then sold it to his neighbor a few years later (2001), where it became a winter-only car in Naples, Florida.
As a person who has dealt in scores of these cars over the years, both privately and working for a company that specializes in them - I can say without reservation or hesitation that this is the finest example I have ever seen. It is an absolute show car, and I always err on the side of caution when describing these cars to people - preferring that a buyer be pleasantly surprised rather than let down. That said, I can simply find nowhere to fault this incredibly preserved machine, from the condition of the paint, to the perfect leather and wood, to the immaculate carpet, to the wear-free buttons and switches, to the no cracks on the dash, to the supple original soft top with crystal clear windows, to the drive quality, and to the remarkable maintenance its had to be in such excellent mechanical health. It literally drives like new, and shows no leaks or trouble of any kind, with cold AC, proper heat, excellent vacuum control, and no issues anywhere.
Being originally sold in Canada, this car - while otherwise identical in every way to a US model - has a speedometer/odometer in kilometers instead of miles, and a temperature gauge in Celsius. It just turned 60,024 KM, which works out to 37,297 miles. The KM reading makes it a prime candidate for export to Europe, or if it is sold to the US, we can have our workshopdo a documented speedometer/odometer change (if desired) to switch from the KM to miles.
It has the original hard top in excellent condition, and has been freshly serviced by our Bosch-certified workshop. It includes all factory keys and books, including two masters and one valet. It has had no paintwork anywhere, no body rust on the top or bottom (never driven in snow, and the last owner swears never driven in rain!), and the factory wheels are in stellar condition all around, with fresh Goodyear tires. This car is incredibly original, down to the factory spare tire and wheel, first aid box, and still-sealed toolkit! If you're looking for one to collect or drive very sparingly as it appreciates, then look no further - this is the right car. Phone us at (239) 273-1150 or (239) 261-3600 for sales information.
Auto Haus, Inc. has great financing specials for qualified buyers with rates as low as 2.94% on very late model cars, with increasing rates on prior years. You can apply on-line, and will receive an answer by the next business day. We take trade-ins at fair market value and can help arrange shipping to anywhere in the world. All Auto Haus, Inc. vehicles are fully inspected at our Bosch Certified Workshop, and serviced as required prior to sale. They are professionally detailed, photographed, and offered for sale both on the Internet and locally at our convenient location on at Airport Pulling Road North, Naples FL 34104. Call us at (239) 273-1150 or (239) 261-3600 for more details or to schedule a test drive. We can promise your next car buying experience will be fair, pleasant, and satisfying. Call or stop by today!
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Please call Bill Pahl at
(239) 273-1150
for more information, or email us directly at cars@autohausfl.com
Please call Bill Pahl at
(239) 273-1150
for more information, or email us directly at cars@autohausfl.com
Top up or top down, this car is stunning.
The sides are straight and smooth with no dings or road wear.
The lenses and brightwork all look like new.
The clarity of the lenses is incredible.
The car still has its silver wiper arms, long gone
on many of these cars, and now costing more
than $200 for a set.
Additionally, the glass is all original.
The last generation of this car wore 16-hole "flat"
wheels in 15" diameter. These original alloys are in
excellent condition, with fresh Goodyear Eagles.
The original leather inside is in remarkable condition.
Please call Bill Pahl at
(239) 273-1150
for more information, or email us directly at cars@autohausfl.com
Ultra-low 37K Miles (60K KM)!
No cracks on the dashboard! Beware cars
with a cheap plastic overlay covering unsightly
cracking.
The "lumber" in this car is in as fine a condition
as I've ever seen - no fading or cracks.
The plastic windows in the original soft top
are incredibly clear and soft.
Original spare tire, wheel, and still-sealed toolkit!
Three original keys, all factory books, and
the original Becker demonstration cassette!
The original hard top comes with the car.
(our stand does not)
No rust or leaks!
Please call Bill Pahl at
(239) 273-1150
for more information, or email us directly at cars@autohausfl.com
The underneath is like-new solid.
Terms Of Sale: In-State buyers must also pay sales tax
and registration fees. Out-of-State buyers may register and
pay applicable taxes in their home state. All buyers will be
charged a $200 documentation fee. All bidders must have
pre-approved loans/financing or must be able to pay cash in
person for the vehicle. Financing must be secured prior to
bidding. Payment must be made by certified check or bank to
bank transfer. Buyer is responsible for all shipping costs.
Remember that your bid constitutes a legally binding contract
to purchase this car. Please do not bid if you're not seriously
interested or financially able to purchase this car.
Judges for the World Car of the Year Award have narrowed down the finalists to just four vehicles. Out of a total of 42 entries, only the Mercedes-Benz A-Class, Porsche Boxster/Cayman, Scion FR-S/Subaru BRZ/Toyota GT-86 and Volkswagen Golf remain standing. For Volkswagen, this marks the second consecutive year the company has had an entry among the finalists, and the fourth time since 2009. In order to qualify, a vehicle must be on sale on two continents during the span of time between January 1, 2013 and May 30, 2013. A panel of 66 journalists from 23 countries then vote on the finalists. Three vehicles have made the cut for the last round of voting on the 2013 World Performance Car as well, with the Cayman/Boxster and FR-S/BRZ/GT-86 running against the Ferrari F12 Berlinetta. Meanwhile, the Renault Zoe, Tesla Model S and Volvo V60 Plug-In Hybrid are duking it out for the World Green Car Award. Finally, the World Car Design of the Year Award is up for grabs between the Aston Martin Vanquish, Jaguar F-Type, and the Mazda6. Check out the full press release below. Overall winners will be presented at the 2013 New York Auto Show.
When Toyota snags 30,000 Corolla orders over a three-month span, it's entirely possible we're in the midst of a global economic collapse and that the end is nigh. That's because the scale for Toyota is so very large. Mercedes-Benz, on the other hand, operates on a much smaller scale, particularly when we talk about its higher-end models, like the S-Class. In 2012, Mercedes sold 65,000 of its flagship sedans in Germany and the EU. That's 178 units per day, for 365 days. Based on that, you can imagine the excitement at Stuttgart when it accepted 30,000 orders for the new S-Class in just three months. That's an average of 333 per day on a continent with a notoriously shaky economy. Now, admittedly, this enthusiasm could wane as the refitted S-Class becomes more common and Mercedes achieves market saturation in Europe's many chauffeur and livery services, but Mercedes isn't choosing to look at it that way. "The new S-Class has already jumped back into the lead in terms of new vehicle registrations in Germany and its neighboring European countries," Mercedes-Benz head of sales and marketing, Ola Kaellenius, said in a statement last week.
Mercedes-Benz will expand its factory in Tuscaloosa, AL, to build the ML Coupe, a new crossover that will join its lineup in 2015. Mercedes will also ramp up production to build facelifted versions of the M-Class and GL-Class SUVs, lifting the factory's total production capacity to about 300,000 units annually in 2015. It made 185,000 vehicles in 2013. In addition to SUVs, the Tuscaloosa site also makes the C-Class sedan. The plans come as part of Mercedes' strategy to capitalize on Americans' increasing demands for SUVs. The company said the SUV market was up 12 percent in first half of 2014, and expects it to grow at twice the rate of the regular market in 2015 and 2016. "We are seeing climbing demand for SUVs." - Dieter Zetsche