1989 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class 500SL

KEY FACTS This Mercedes-Benz R107 500 SL is a handsome and luxurious modern classic open-top tourer, from the final model year of production. Powered by a 5.0-litre V8 engine, driving the front wheels via a four-speed automatic transmission. First registered in 1989, this example is a UK-delivered car, and it is accompanied by the removable hard top. The odometer displays 80,006 miles. EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES The car is finished in Signal Red with a black soft top over a black leather-trimmed cabin featuring burr walnut inlays. It rides on a set of 15-inch wheels, fitted with Michelin tyres. Equipment includes electric windows, heated front seats, air conditioing, cruise control, and a Blaupunkt Bremen SQR 46 DAB stereo. Accompanying the sale is the owner’s manual, service book, various invoices, the toolkit, and removable hard top. CONDITION Please refer to the photo gallery to assess exterior and interior condition. The most recent MOT test was conducted on 14 April 2026 at 79,885 miles, resulting in a clean first-time pass with no noted advisories. SERVICE HISTORY The seller states that the car was last serviced in August 2026 at 80,000 miles. Prior to this, a service was carried out in December 2024 at 79,500 miles. Invoices detailing other work undertaken are visible in the photo gallery. Dates and mileage (reported by seller): Jul 1989 – Pre-Delivery Inspection – Lancaster Mercedes-Benz Jan 1990 – 1,515 miles – Alan Day Mercedes-Benz Feb 1991 – 6,765 miles – Schmitt Automotive Mercedes-Benz, London Feb 1992 – 11,989 miles – Schmitt Automotive Mercedes-Benz Dec 1992 – 18,455 miles – Alan Day Mercedes-Benz, London Jul 1994 – 25,006 miles – Mercedes-Benz, London Jun 1995 – 28,409 miles – Mercedes-Benz of Chichester Aug 1997 – 34,994 miles – Mercedes-Benz of Chichester Jul 1998 – 39,672 miles – Mercedes-Benz Jan 1999 – 44,462 miles – Mercedes-Benz Jul 2000 – 48,419 miles – Mercedes-Benz Canterbury Sep 2001 – 54,732 miles – Mercedes-Benz Canterbury Jul 2003 – 58,011