Vehicle Details
- Year: 1986
- Make: Mercedes-Benz
- Model: 560SL
- VIN: WDBBA48D0GA047570
- Mileage Shown: 39,863
- Transmission: Automatic
- Title Status: Clean
- Color: Signal Red
- Seller: 11JM
- Seller Type: Dealer
- Location: Oyster Bay, NY 11771
- Dealer Fees: None
- Lot #: V-0007553
We are pleased to offer this incredibly well-preserved 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560SL finished in Signal Red (568) over a Palomino (274) leather interior. Originally sold from Keenan Mercedes-Benz in Pennsylvania, this 1986 example is reported to have been meticulously cared for under long-term private ownership with under 40k miles currently showing on the odometer. This 560SL remains in impeccable highly original condition, complete with dealer-applied monograms and pinstriping as well as original books, tools, and documentation. Having been thoroughly maintained throughout its life with a comprehensive collection of supporting records, this stunning 560SL is now being offered in excellent driving condition by its seller in New York.
The factory Signal Red paint is noted to be in superb original condition and the seller reports that the car was recently professionally detailed. A small blemish is depicted on the driver’s rear quarter panel, detailed images and paint meter readings are provided in the photo gallery. This example features a rare brown convertible top and dealer-applied pinstriping which features custom monograms with the original owner’s initials. A color-matched removable hardtop is included along with a custom storage stand, and this SL rides on factory 15” Gullideckel wheels that come dressed in brand new Sumitomo tires and OEM center caps. The car also retains its original dealer plate frame and VPI blue windshield sticker.
The Palomino leather interior is beautifully presented with only slight wear on the driver’s seat bolster and a very minor crack in the wood veneer behind the shifter. Noteworthy details include a dealer-upgraded Burl Wood shifter knob and a correct Becker radio. All gauges and accessories are reported to be fully functional.
The 5.5 L M117 V8 fuel-injected engine sends 227 HP and 279 lb.-ft of torque to the rear wheels through a 4-speed automatic transmission. The car is said to have been meticulously maintained throughout its life with the recent replacements of the hood insulation pad and coolant expansion tank as well as a full oil service. A comprehensive collection of service records is included and this 560SL is said to be in exceptional turn-key driving condition.
This sale will include a set of 2 keys, a clean title, a color-matched hardtop, car cover, vintage Mercedes hat, an original dealer plate frame, service records, and the original books, tools, spare tire, window sticker, and vehicle identification card. This highly original and beautifully presented 560SL is sure to exceed the standards of any discerning European car collector, do not let this opportunity pass you by.
Auction Results
- Highest Bid: $28,500
- Auction End: Dec 17, 2020 08:35:19PM UTC
- Number of Bids: 16
Comments (29)
This is a great car! Congrats to the successful bidder.
Bid in the amount of $28,500
Bid in the amount of $27,500
Bid in the amount of $26,000
@Dasjr hi. PCARMARKET asked that we keep reserve’s confidential. Best of luck.
@12ace I wasn’t about if that was final sale price, it’s an auction and it’s still in progress. I was just asking if the reserve is off...
Bid in the amount of $25,000
@Dasjr if it is that would be the deal of the century consisting the condition and miles on this car. I just paid over $30k for mine (took me a year to find a nice one fairly priced) and this one seems to be a hair nicer. Wish it would have popped up sooner. Best of luck to all.
Bid in the amount of $24,000
Is the reserve off?
Bid in the amount of $22,000
Bid in the amount of $21,000
Bid in the amount of $20,500
Bid in the amount of $19,500
Thanks. I saw that they were new, but wanted to get an idea of the mileage. Very helpful.
@Pilk1968 Hello. The tires are brand new with less than 5 miles on them. Please note, it is mentioned in the ad. For your benefit, please read the article as there is a lot of important information in there including all the most recent service items. You may find it helpful if you are interested in bidding.
Best of luck.
Bid in the amount of $17,500
Bid in the amount of $16,500
Bid in the amount of $15,000
How new are the tires?
Bid in the amount of $10,000
Bid in the amount of $5,500
Thank you for the reply. Much appreciated.
@avonwaldow hello. Yes the window sticker is included with the car and there is a photo if it in the gallery along with all included docs.
This is absolutely the original color and as stated in the ad it has never been repainted, still wearing its original paint. This is an amazing preservation piece and will not disappoint. Only was driven in good weather and garaged when not in use.
Bid with confidence.
Greetings: Does the original Mercedes technical data/spec sheet exist or the window sticker? Is the color inside and out original? Do the numbers match? When was the last full service done? How new/old are the brakes, tires, transmission and suspension? Is there any evidence of rust? Thanks very much.
Bid in the amount of $5,250
I have always loved these. Beautiful.
Bid in the amount of $5,000
Hello everyone and thank you for your interest in this incredible SL.
I have requested that PCARMARKET remove the pics with the soft top raised and re-shoot it in better lighting. This lovely SL has a very rare brown convertible top and unfortunately it is not even noticeable in the photos.
If anyone has any questions please feel free to reach out, the car is at PCARMARKET headquarters and is available for pre-bidding inspections.