1988 Mercedes Benz Sl-560 Roadster, 2 Tops. Black Pearl & Palomino on 2040-cars
Vancouver, Washington, United States
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:5.6L V-8 Original
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Private Seller
Number of Cylinders: 8
Make: Mercedes-Benz
Model: SL-Class
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Trim: Standard
Options: Leather Seats, CD Player, Convertible
Drive Type: 2-wheel drive, Rear
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Locks, Power Windows
Mileage: 214,367
Exterior Color: Black Pearl #199
Interior Color: Palomino
Number of Doors: 2
This classic vehicle has been well maintained by the owner and by a local Mercedes Benz specialist. It has had all maintenance done over the years to keep it in top shape. The drivers seat and arm rest were replaced with original-style leather. The convertible top is new. The windshield is new. All running systems are up to snuff; tires, brakes, ignition, charging, etc. Complete service records are available, the latest significant repair was a complete transmission rebuild in 2012.
The paint has not been modified, it is original. It shows some signs of wear and mild spots of attack by occasional bird droppings. It has never been in an accident. The only body repairs were to the rocker panels because of slight body cancer. No traces remain.
The sound system is an Alpine iDA-X001 with MP3 input and 12" woofer, 2-6" mid-range and 2 tweeters. It is excellent quality and discreetly installed. The amplifiers are located under the rear package shelf and the woofer is built above the rear package shelf with a new identical package shelf above it. The mid range speakers face the front and are located in the panel between rear cab and trunk. The alarm system is a trouble-free, upgraded Clifford system with 2 key fobs.
We bought the car with 78,800 miles on it in 1995. Most of the mileage has been accrued by my wife using the car on a daily basis. We believe we are the third owners of the car. And that it was on the east coast for it's early years.
Imperfections: Missing an MB hub cap, some 'tracking' in the trunk paint, some small spots in the right rear fender paint, rub mark in the new seat cover, typical crack in the dashboard padding, rub marks in the chrome finish of the rear bumper from previous owners. Nothing too noticeable.
It's a very spiffy car and very enjoyable to drive; good visibility, amazing power, maneuverability, solid feel, and solidly built. It was my wife's dream car. Now she has purchased a new BMW dream car and we are parting with this wonderful classic automobile. We have priced it a roughly mid-range NAD book value for a a car of its quality and condition.
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