1988-mercedes-benz-560sl
Lot 1006

1988 Mercedes Benz 560SL

Lot Details & Additional Photographs



VIN: WDBBA48D9JA078582 Mileage: 75,000

With a 5.6 liter V8 engine rated at 227 horsepower and a four-speed automatic transmission. This is an extraordinary example of the venerable R107 series. With new reproduction alloy wheels, and Michelin tires.

Exterior in the original Arctic White paint with matching hardtop, black soft top, and Grey leather interior. The hardtop has a storage rack and cover. The Becker Grand Prix radio is present, but replaced by a later Kenwood unit and four new speakers. Automatic climate control was installed from the factory. The original floor mats are present, and a dashboard/steering wheel cover is also included.

Please note, bidders may be subject to a bidding limit. Please review your account and contact the director for assistance with increasing a bid limit prior to the auction. All lots are subject to a reserve price. For this lot, payment accepted only by wire transfer. 10% buyer's premium for LLA live-online and absentee bidding. LLA will process taxes, title, and registration for NC buyers. For out-of-state buyers, a third-party will handle the processing. Buyer's invoice will include tax, tag, and title fees, along with a document fee of $199 for NC and $399 out-of-state.

This vehicle has service records present from Day 1. Originally a California car, then Missouri, then Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, to North Carolina. A lot of recent preventative maintenance was performed to include: timing chain and tensioners replaced, alternator replaced, new motor and transmission mounts, hoses replaced, shock absorbers replaced in 2018. Radiator, thermostat, and hoses replaced in 2019. Complete brake service, and SRS control unit replaced in 2020. Most recent includes new muffler, service and A/C recharge. Previously sold by LLA in 2023.

The following condition report, while thorough, is not exhaustive as vintage cars have inherent wear and imperfections. We welcome personal inspections, please contact mt@lelandlittle.com to schedule. Public previews are available the second Saturday each month from 9am-12pm.

Paint readings are consistent throughout car; tires dated 2014 with 5mm tread; the rear shelf was recovered at the time of stereo installation; alarm system is disabled; climate control air flow system was rebuilt; small crack beginning on dash at instrument pod, and the lower console with small crack; everything is operational at this time; no apparent concerns.