1988 Mercedes-Benz SL 420SL

KEY FACTS This R107-generation Mercedes-Benz 420 SL is a handsome modern classic roadster, presented in an appealing factory colour scheme. It is powered by a naturally aspirated 4.2-litre V8 engine, driving the rear wheels via a four-speed automatic transmission. First registered in March 1988, this UK-market right-hand drive example has been with the seller for three years. It has reportedly been in the same family ownership since 1995. The seller states that it spent periods at the family’s properties in both the UK and Ireland. From around 2002 onwards, the SL was used very sparingly and spent much of its time in storage at the family’s property in Ireland. The odometer indicates 67,310 miles, which the seller believes to be genuine. EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES This R107-era 420 SL is finished in Signal Red paintwork with either a black soft-top roof or a reportedly factory-painted Anthracite hard-top roof, over a beige leather-trimmed interior. It rides on a set of 15-inch 'flat-face' alloy wheels fitted with mixed tyres. Equipment includes a top-tinted windscreen, electric windows, central locking, a Blaupunkt Symphony cassette stereo, ABS, a factory rear seats, and dual-zone heater and ventilation controls. It is accompanied by two keys. CONDITION Please refer to the photo gallery to assess the exterior and interior condition. Specific notes from the seller: the interior has been comprehensively refurbished, and a new mohair soft-top roof has been professionally fitted. The most recent MOT test was on 20 August 2026 at an indicated 67,306 miles, which resulted in a first-time pass with no advisories. SERVICE HISTORY It was most recently serviced in August 2026, at an indicated 67,295 miles, by Mercedes-Benz Swindon, which consisted of an inspection and a service. The seller states that following this, further mechanical snagging and recommissioning work was undertaken, including attention to age-related components such as rubber bushes, exhaust mountings and gaske