1988 Mercedes Benz 560 Sl Show Quality Collector Car Low Mileage on 2040-cars
Neptune, New Jersey, United States
1988 Mercedes Benz 560SL
38,149 Miles Show Quality Collector Car
This 1988 Mercedes Benz 560SL is in pristine condition both inside and out and is in show quality condition.
Garage kept and covered all all times when not in use this car truly fits the bill as a "garage queen".
The original exterior Blue Diamond Paint (Code 355) still maintains a deep showroom shine and hand painted pinstrip is flawless.
All chrome trim is exceptionally clear and bright, and all exterior rubber trim and moldings are like new with no sun fade or oxidation.
Underneath the car, tells the story about it limited fair weather usage (see photos).
The vehicles interior is one of the best I have seen in many years.
The grey leather seat have no rips stains or tears, as the seats were covered in sheepskins during most of the vehicles life which accounts for their extraordinary condition.
Dash is perfect with no sun fades or cracks, and all of the vehicles burl wood inlays are uniformly bright and mirror like with not a hint of sun fade or cracks.
Even the vehicles gauge needles are bright orange and not sun faded due to sun exposure.
All of the vehicles door jambs and trunk are impeccably clean, and the engine bay is ready for show with original decals and factory markings in place.
The vehicles runs and drives tight like a low mileage Mercedes Benz should, and the vehicle was recently serviced at 38006 miles.
All fluids were changed, and the vehicle was gone over by a Mercedes Benz specialist and any wear related items were addressed at that time. All interior power options function perfectly and Becker stereo sound terrific, and AC is cold.
The vehicle wears matching Michelin tires all around with greater than 75% tread remaining and are mounted on the original OEM wheels which are meticulously clean.
Original soft-top is in excellent condition, as it was hardly used, as is the hardtop which still looks new.
All original books, keys, first aid kit, spare tire and tools are present.
Please see the all photos of the vehicle and inspection of the vehicle is welcome and encouraged.
No disappointments. Please come see the car in Tinton Falls, NJ 07753.
Contact Dean at 848-459-7776.
AutoCheck Vehicle History Report1988 Mercedes-Benz 560 Series SL
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