1988 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class

Convertible

5.6L 5547CC V8 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated

WDBBA48D0JA076526

Clear

Gasoline

More photos at the end of Description This 560SL Mercedes was manufactured in May 1988. The included original window sticker shows it was then imported The port of Houston, and sold by Stephenson Motor Company in Dallas TX to the Original Texas owner as verified by the included metal data/ID plate. It has spent its entire life with this family/Close Family friends, The car has never left Texas. The CARFAX report supports the ownership history along with a clean history relative to accidents, theft, odometer rollback, flood, and other negative activity.The car has a clear Texas title and is currently registered and licensed in Texas. The original window sticker shows a total price of $62,430.00 resulting in a delivered price of close to $70,000.00 (in 1988!). In the 27 years of ownership, the car has been driven a documented 42,735 miles, With a car of this pedigree, the buyer can anticipate many future years and miles of pleasurable driving in addition to almost certain continued appreciation by collectors and enthusiasts alike. DOCUMENTATION- Original Owner's Manual- Original window sticker- Metal data/ID plate verifying Texas delivery, warranty card, all informational operation manuals from new, maintenance book Verified with Service stamps. MECHANICAL- 5.6 liter light alloy V8 engine, 2 single overhead cams, 5 main bearings, 227 hp / 279 lb-ft torque - KE III Electromechanical fuel injection- 4-speed automatic transmission w/ torque converter- Limited slip differential- Unitized all-steel body- Power assisted steering- Cruise control- 100 ampere Mercedes-Benz battery in enclosed case in trunk- Fully independent suspension both front and rear; gas-pressurized shocks; coil springs; anti-roll bars- Power assisted 4-wheel disc brakes; fronts ventilated- Anti-lock braking system SAFETY AND SECURITY- Supplemental restraint system (air bags)- 3-point seat belts w/ inertial reels, front emergency tensioning retractors- Head restraints- Anti-theft alarm system w/ radio theft deterrent EXTERIOR- Black Pearl Metallic paint in Great condition; small scratch on drivers side due to the removal of the hard top, and a few other minor scratches that are pictured that would only require touching up- Hard top in matching Black pearl Metallic w/ electrically heated rear window- Excellent Black soft top with clear window and properly adjusted frame - - Automatic radio antenna on left rear quarter panel, missing the grommet on the bottom- Dual outside rear view mirrors- German precision fit of all body panels- Both doors, hood and trunk lid open and close smartly- Aerodynamic halogen head and fog lamps- Excellent grille- Excellent stainless steel trim around all windows, on the hard top and dual side strips- Excellent bumpers w/ excellent that carry only minor surface imperfections form luggage rubbing on the bumper while being removed; Black rubber body side moulding atop one stainless steel side trim piece protects from door dings- Black rubber on ends of both bumpers and bumper guards in fine condition, one of the fender decorative chrome strips is loosing its stickiness and could use a new double sided tape INTERIOR- Burgundy leather seating in Excellent condition- Fully adjustable bucket seats & head restraints- Beautiful factory original off-white headliner in hard top- Roof mounted assist grips on hard top- Burgundy carpeting throughout in good condition- Excellent Burgundy door panels w/ map pockets- shiny sill plates- Excellent black, no-cracks padded dash w/ wood trim strip- "Wood" trimming on console- Leather-covered steering wheel and gear selector- Automatic climate control- Central locking- Electrically operated windows- 2-speed windshield wipers w/ mist control- Electronic AM/FM stereo radio w/ cassette player- Front center folding armrest- Tachometer/quartz chronometer- Dual illuminated vanity mirrors- Trunk contains original full size spare tire that has never been on the ground-and tool kit still in the Factory Plastic! Excellent Burgundy carpet throughout trunk This 560l Is a great investment, and with this color combination, sure to add to that fact. I can help with shipping, and sell worldwide. Please ask many questions. I am happy to help! Thank you. '