This is the 1987 Mercedes-Benz 560 SL, one of the last and most powerful versions of the famous R107 generation.To fully understand this model, we need to take a brief look back at the history of Mercedes-Benz. The name SL stands for Sport Leicht, or Sport Lightweight. That name originated in the 1950s with the legendary 300 SL, a car directly derived from the Mercedes race cars of that era.Those first SL models were technically very advanced. For example, they already featured direct fuel injection and a lightweight tubular chassis. But in the end, it was primarily the open roadsters that made the SL a true icon: sporty, elegant, and comfortable at the same time.In 1971, Mercedes-Benz introduced the third-generation SL, the R107. That model would ultimately remain in production for nearly twenty years and grew to become one of the most successful and recognizable Mercedes roadsters ever built.The R107 combined sportiness with a high level of luxury, something Mercedes was known for during that period. Think of cruise control, automatic climate control, beautiful wood trim, and of course the smooth V8 engines.Over the years, that V8 was continuously refined. First 4.5 liters, then 5.0 liters, and finally, in 1986, the 560 SL was introduced. With its 5.6-liter V8, this was the most powerful and refined version of the entire R107 series.The example you see here is from 1987 and is in exceptionally beautiful condition. The car has driven fewer than 31,000 miles, and you can really tell that everywhere you look.The paint, bodywork, and wheels are in beautiful condition. But the interior also feels almost like new. The leather, dashboard, steering wheel, and carpets show that this Mercedes has been treated with great care.You’ll notice this immediately while driving as well. The suspension feels firm and solid, exactly how an SL should drive when it’s barely been used.The car is finished in Bronzebraun Metallic, combined with anthracite black leather upholstery. A color scheme that perfectly matches the character of this Mercedes: classic, chic, and timeless.In addition, this car features European-spec headlights, installed by an official Mercedes-Benz dealer. It comes with the original owner’s manuals and a folder containing maintenance invoices, including invoices from a Dutch Mercedes dealer dating back to 2016.So what you see here is not just any R107. This is the ultimate evolution of the model, the 560 SL, in exceptionally fresh and original condition. A Mercedes that still perfectly embodies what the brand was known for in the 1980s: style, quality, and an unparalleled sense of comfort.Are you interested in this beautiful Mercedes-Benz 560 SL? Contact Gallery Aaldering today—we’ve been in business since 1975. We have years of experience exporting our vehicles worldwide; ask about the possibilities.
