1986 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class

Convertible

5.5 liter

Automatic

WDBBA48D2GA048185

Clear

Gasoline

1986 Mercedes Benz 560SL Convertible with Hardtop VIN: WDBBA48D2GA048185 58,300 miles One Careful Owner from New Highly original Non-smoking owner, extra-clean Always garaged, heated in winters No rust concerns Free, clean CARFAX included PHOTOS: There are more than 200 photos below. Please allow time to load on slower Internet connections. You can also Click here for high-resolution slideshow One Careful Owner · Purchased new locally · Many records since new · Extra Clean, never smoked in · All systems and controls work properly · Maintenance up-to-date · You can see the free CARFAX here Standard Equipment · 5.5 liter 227 hp all-aluminum V8 engine · 4-speed automatic transmission · 4-wheel Anti-lock brakes · Leather seats · Air-conditioning · Driver’s airbag Engine · 5.5 liter 227 hp all-aluminum V8 engine, 275 ft-lb torque · Starts, idles, runs, drives and stops as it should · Gauges show normal coolant temperature and oil pressure at all speeds · “Economy” gauge shows proper vacuum readings · No oil consumption, noises or smoking concerns · No fluid leaks of any kind 4-Speed Automatic Transmission · 4 speeds with individual gear selection · Braking mode allows engine braking at low speed · Transmission shifts smoothly up and down to all gears with no noises · No leaks Suspension, brakes, steering · Rear-wheel drive · Anti-lock brakes · Completely original, un-modified · Much of the factory-applied, rust-preventative Cosmoline wax coating remains on all undercar components · Four brand new Michelin Premier all-season tires with 100% of tread remaining · Painted alloy factory wheels in good condition · Older Michelin spare tire on alloy wheel · Wheels balanced. No vibration at speed. · Front suspension and steering rebuilt 2013 with new, original parts, less than 1000 miles ago · Properly aligned at stock ride height. Does not pull or have uneven tire wear. Steering wheel level when driving straight. · No leaks of brake fluid, power steering fluid · Stops straight, ABS operates as it should · No chassis rust concerns Body · Midnight Blue exterior (Color Code 904) · Paint is clean with no fading or water spot damage · No rust concerns · Windshield washers and wipers all work · Halogen headlights with fog lights · All lights, inside and out, work correctly · Turn signals self-cancel · Original windshield and door glass all in very good condition · Power windows operate properly · Manual left mirror and power right mirror both adjust correctly and lenses are optically clear · Rear defroster in hardtop Hardtop · Matching Midnight Blue, original hardtop included · Paint is original, in very good condition · Headliner is excellent, with no visible defects or wear · Glass is perfect · Seals are good · Fits as-built · No wind noise concerns · No rattles when driving Convertible Top · Dark Blue canvas top · Top fabric shows minimal wear · Original Mercedes Rhenoglas windows · Windows have no cracks, are optically very good and minimal wrinkling · Top is tight and fits well · Hard cover for folded top operates properly · Seals are very good · No wind noise concerns · No rattles when driving Interior · Palomino interior (Color Code 274) · Minimal wear on leather seats · Seats adjust easily from all controls · Carpet shows little wear · Wood trim in good condition · All seals in good condition · No squeaks or rattles Other Features · Automatic climate control with air conditioning · A/C blows cold- 45 degrees at center vent with 78 degree indicated outside temperature. See photo. · A/C has been converted to readily-available R-134a refrigerant · Heater heats hot · Blower fan works properly · Interstate battery properly installed in complete, original case · Correct Becker Grand Prix radio operates properly. All speakers working as-new · Power antenna is straight and operates correctly · Cruise control works · Power locks work properly · Self-dimming inside mirror with garage door opener · All instruments work properly. Clock is accurate · Speedometer is accurate compared with GPS · No warning lights on · Driver’s airbag Also included: · Complete set of owner’s manuals in original folder · Original Mercedes-Benz Data Plate issued in the name of the owner · All available receipts for maintenance since new are included · Original first aid kit is complete and unused · Two original keys · Original reserve key · Clean CARFAX. Click here for a copy · Full tool kit · Top installation tools · Unused jack “The large print giveth and the small print taketh away”- Tom Waits: Please remember, this is a used car, which, as nice as it may be, is not prefect. I strive to deliver accurate descriptions, but it is possible to miss small deficiencies and will not be held liable for these minor misnomers. This vehicle is sold AS IS/WHERE IS and comes with no warranties from the seller, expressed or implied, whatsoever. Known issues: This is a 39-year-old unrestored car, so some wear and patina are present Original rear muffler outer case is split. Exhaust is not unusually loud. Light marks in the paint on most surfaces One 50mm scratch on left quarter panel, behind rear window has been touched up Few stone chips on hood near MB emblem Paint faded from hood emblem Light scratches on bumper chrome Light marks on all four wheels, mostly from wheel weights. Wheels are straight, balanced and clean. Some fading of carpets Left rear carpet, behind driver’s seat, has two round holes 12mm in diameter Some discoloration and wrinkling of older soft top windows Some wear on soft top fabric Soft top headliner stained from adhesive in few places Weatherstrips are original and show some wear, but all are pliable and seal properly Cassette player operation is untested, believed OK, but not confirmed Not included: · NO ADDITIONAL PARTS OR RECORDS NOT SHOWN IN PHOTOS ARE INCLUDED Pre-purchase inspection is welcomed. Please contact me through “Ask a question” to arrange inspection and for any additional information. Offered with realistic reserve. There is no “Buy It Now” price.Auction will not end early. Car will be sold to the highest bidder. Terms: Buyer is responsible for vehicle pickup or shipping. $1000.00 deposit required within 48 hours of auction close. PayPal accepted for deposit, only. Payment methods accepted: -Wire transfer in US funds. -Cashier's Check (certified from US or Canadian bank) or money order. -Cash (in person). PayPal not accepted for full purchase payment. Bid with confidence! See my 100% positive feedback. PHOTOS: There are more than 100 photos below. Please allow time to load on slower Internet connections. You can also Click here for high-resolution slideshow