1990 Mercedes-Benz

500SL Convertible

5.0L 8 Cylinder Gasoline Fuel

Automatic

WDBFA66E8LF012281

Gasoline

Power Windows

1990 MERCEDES-BENZ 500SL Spectacular Condition & Rare Low Miles 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500SL Low Low Low Mileage 72,731 Documented Auto-Deploying Roll-Over Bar • Milano Alloy Wheels Detailed Service History from Day One (Just a note for those looking at the distortion in the photos of the red paint. We are not sure why this happens on our hosting site but all "shiny red" surfaces look watery or distorted. You may be able to see in the close up pictures below that the paint on this red car is seriously near factory flawless. The distortion you may see is not on this car but due to the Vendio picture hosting site. If you are a serious buyer and want a few jpeg pictures emailed to you for your detailed inspection, please let us know.) 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500SL VIN: WDBFA66E8LF012281 Odometer: 72,731 Engine: 5.0 Liter DOHC V-8 Transmission: 4-Speed Automatic Exterior: Signal Red (568) Interior: Palomino Leather (274) Built: April 26, 1990 Bremen, Germany Standard Equipment 5.0 Liter DOHC V8 Engine 322 horsepower @ 5,500/332 ft-lb torque @ 4,000 RPM 4-Speed Automatic Transmission Driver and Passenger Airbags Light Alloy Wheels Anti-Theft Alarm with Radio Theft Deterrent Central Locking Infrared Remote Locking System Automatically Deploying (hidden) Rollover Bar Power Steering Cruise Control Automatic Climate Control Power Windows Rear Defrost on Hard Top Fully Independent Suspension 4-Wheel Power Disc Brakes with ABS High Performance Sound System 12-Way Power Seats/Headrests Power Tilt/Telescopic Steering Leather Steering Wheel and Shift Knob Leather Upholstery Automatic Power Antenna Halogen Head and Fog Lamps Dual Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirrors First Aid Kit Carpeted Floor Mats Full Size Spare on Original Alloy Wheel 2.65 Ratio Differential 21.1 Gallon Fuel Tank Optional Equipment California Emissions Black Soft Top Hard Top (Not Pictured - rear window cracked) Wind Deflector Additional Items/Information Sewn-In Sheepskin Seat Covers Panasonic R255 AM/FM Stereo/Cassette Panasonic CX-DP880 8-Disc CD Changer Milano Chrome Alloy Wheels Dunlop Direzza DZ101 Steel Belted Radials 235/45R17 Ready to Own? Call Doug @ 702~353~7500 This much loved 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500SL is a red hot rocket with gorgeous paint, a smooth body and an interior you're going to absolutely love. The sewn-in sheepskin covers look almost as sumptuous as they feel and the Milano alloy wheels make this 500SL a rare one-of-a-kind find. And, with just 72,736 original miles, it is among the most sought after Mercedes roadsters on the market today. Need help with the bidding process? Call Doug at 702-353-7500. How many 500SLs for sale today have a service history this complete? provenance/service history 4-26-90 production date 6-26-90 Stead Motors - Walnut Creek, California - pre-delivery inspection 6-27-90 delivery date 6-30-90 in-service date - Danville, California 8-6-90 Autohaus Brugger - Redwood City, California - LOF 1,267 12-1-90 California emissions - Perris 2,519 4-8-94 California title 6,220 4-8-94 bill of sale 6,220 4-15-94 Oregon DMV - Cannon Beach 6,220 5-25-94 Oregon DMV - Cannon Beach 6-10-94 Don Rasmussen Company - Portland, Oregon - LOF 7,291 1-18-95 VIP Motorcars Ltd. - Palm Springs, California - LOF 14,466 8-15-95 Don Rasmussen Company Ltd. - Portland, Oregon - LOF, new brake fluid/coolant 19,307 1-13-97 Mission Viejo Imports - Mission Viejo, California - LOF 31,049 4-29-98 Oregon DMV - Cannon Beach 40,897 1-5-00 Fletcher Jones Motorcars - Newport Beach, California - LOF, front rotors/pads 1-21-00 California emissions - Fountain Valley 53,426 1-23-00 sheepskin seat covers, sewn in - Fountain Valley, California 1-24-00 California DMV - Fountain Valley 53,489 2-5-00 California title - issue date 2-25-00 Performance Plus - Long Beach - wheels/tires 53,800 1-3-02 California emissions - Fountain Valley 60,736 7-18-02 Fletcher Jones Motorcars - Newport Beach, California - new ignition tumbler 7-23-02 Mike's Autohaus - Hawaiian Gardens, California - LOF, install ignition tumble, hood pad 63,028 1-6-04 California emissions - Fountain Valley 64,901 1-8-04 California DMV - Fountain Valley 9-2-04 Mike's Autohaus - Hawaiian Gardens, California - LOF, cabin filter 65,743 9-13-04 Mike's Autohaus - Hawaiian Gardens, California - wiper blade, driver's door stop 65,828 9-30-04 Nevada emissions - Henderson 66,320 11-29-04 Nevada DMV - Henderson 8-26-05 AAA Insurance - Henderson 11-16-05 Autobahn Excellence - Henderson, Nevada - new battery, tensioner, serpentine belt 67,641 11-18-05 Nevada emissions - Henderson 67,643 4-14-07 Nevada emissions - Henderson 68,616 4-14-07 Nevada DMV - Henderson 1-2-08 Tire Works - Henderson, Nevada - new battery 4-30-08 Autobahn Excellence - Henderson, Nevada - LOF 69,208 5-15-08 Autobahn Excellence - Henderson, Nevada - LOF/synthetic, 4-wheel alignment, a/c regulator, cabin filter, smog, vehicle inspection 4-20-99 Autobahn Excellence - Henderson, Nevada - LOF 8-28-09 Nevada DMV 3-26-10 Nevada DMV 6-7-10 Nevada emissions - Henderson 70,489 12-24-10 Autobahn Excellence - Henderson, Nevada - antenna mount, center pop-up dash, windshield chip fixed 6-30-11 Nevada DMV 6-30-11 Nevada emissions - Henderson 71,443 7-30-11 Mercedes-Benz of Henderson - switch 8-18-11 Autobahn Excellence - Henderson, Nevada - new battery and left roof lock 10-31-11 Autobahn Excellence - Henderson, Nevada - brake pads and rotors 71,994 1-31-12 Viva Las Vegas Autos, Inc. - Boulder City, Nevada 72,637 2-17-12 current - Boulder City, Nevada 72,731 Ready to Own? Call Doug @ 702~353~7500 As the lengthy service history above shows (and its extraordinary condition confirms) this SL has been well cared for. The 5.0 liter V8 starts immediately and is very powerful. No shakes, no shimmies, everything works, nothing is broken - everything is clean, dry and reliable. What price performance this sexy? A lot less than the $85,000 it cost new. Call Doug at 702-353-7500 to streamline your eBay experience. The optional wind blocker make this 500SL toupee safe and speaking of safety; there's an automatically deploying roll-bar hoop that pops up in an instant when a roll-over is imminent. Buying online make you nervous? Call Doug at 702-353-7500 and breathe easy. Infrared remote keyless entry and this is the prettiest Signal Red 500SL you've ever seen. It will only take a mile or two to understand why prices on these are so high; the exclusive quality and superior performance means this 500SL is far more than the sum of its parts. There is not another 500SL like this one at any price. The only thing perhaps, the second owner loved more than this topless beauty is his daughter, to whom he gave this Mercedes-Benz in 2003. Like the car, hate auctions? Call Doug at 702-353-7500 and make your best deal. (on eBay) From any angle this 1990 Mercedes-Benz is a rare 500SL value at anything close to current book value. Factor in the low mileage, extra equipment and documented upkeep and you can easily see why high book might just be the bargain of a lifetime for the lucky winner of this very special car. Instructions to purchase this Mercedes-Benz . . . step 1, call Doug at 702-353-7500; step 2, buy (fast) German roadster. The stunning Milano wheels and dazzling Signal Red finish are a perfect match for Mercedes' cultured hot rod. This 500SL has the consistent panel fit and smooth metal of a car loved and cared for its entire life. Prefer buying to bidding? So do we. Call Doug at 702-353-7500. Look at how new this interior is with brushed stainless door sills and everything you touch is leather, wood or beautiful. The horror stories are true; buying online is a nightmare. Call Doug at 702-353-7500 for a sweet dream of a deal. 12-way power seats, power tilt/telescoping steering and power everything else in this gorgeous cabin where everything works and nothing is broke. Serious buyers: call Doug at 702-353-7500. All others: continue bidding until someone else gets the car. Under 73,000 original miles with quality condition that suggests half that much. Check out the sheepskin upholstery that is stitched into the seats. We have a receipt that shows the owner spent over $1000 for these. The leather underneath does not appear to have any damage. Panasonic stereo/cassette and 8-disc CD changer. 5.0 Liter DOHC V8 322 horsepower @ 5,500/332 ft-lb torque @ 4,000 RPM eBay - the only game in town. Doug at 702-353-7500 - the only way to a quick and easy car deal. Clean, dry and (near) perfect. Do what 75% of our customers do; call Doug at 702-353-7500 and buy this car. VIN Decode: WDBFA66E8LF012281 country W Germany manufacturer D Mercedes type B passenger car model or series F R129, SL 1989-02 body style A 2-door convertible model within series 66 (500) SL restraint system E seat belts, emergency pretensioners, driver/passenger airbags check digit 8 matches per NHTSA model year L 1990 assembly plant F Bremen, Germany sequential production number 012281 Compliance label with April, 1990 build date. SA codes 241 power driver's seat with memory 568 Signal Red exterior 242 power passenger seat with memory 581 automatic air conditioner 246 power mirrors with memory 592 tinted glass, windshield band, rear defrost 274A Java leather 600 headlamp wiper/washers 283 draft deflector 639 634 = elimination of first aid box 291 passenger airbag 636 = elimination of warning triangle 440 Tempomat cruise control 664 10 liters of fuel and mode of packing 461 instruments with miles and English legend 74 Palomino leather 494 USA version 740 black soft top 519 rear audio system 800 AEJ 061/M/X 524 paintwork preservation 810 sound system 531 automatic antenna 880 infrared remote locking 551 anti-theft/anti-break in warning system 881 central locking Original window sticker with $85,080 MSRP. Ready to Own? Call Doug @ 702~353~7500 In-service date from original dealer. Pre-delivery inspection and dealer service at 1,267 miles. Service at 14,466 and 19,307 miles. Service at 31,049 miles. Original owner documentation. Careful Analysis of Market Conditions Determine Our Reserves Our Premium Vehicles Consistently Exceeds the Condition of Similar Vehicles Found on the Market Ready to Own? Call Doug @ 702~353~7500 When some sellers use an adjective such as "superb" to describe a car, it is sometimes with the hope that you, the buyer, might assume the vehicle is flawless and/or perfect. At Viva Las Vegas Autos, Inc, we agree with the vast majority of our happy customers that correctly understand terms like "spectacular" "stunning" and/or "superb" are subjective. These words should only be used when a car actually is superb, relative to other low mileage vehicles like this 500SL. Because of the extraordinary quality and condition of this roadster, it is all too easy to assume it is a brand new vehicle. It is not. Serious buyers know the difference and we can say without hesitation, that you will be "perfectly" pleased and more than just a little proud to own this unbelievable Mercedes-Benz. A note for "serious" buyers that feel knowing our reserve price will give them an advantage. If you actually want to own this vehicle, call and make an offer to buy it. It’s that simple. We will not respond to your e-mail asking for our reserve or "bottom line." We will simply delete it. There is no "bottom line" in an auction. There is only your budget and the most you will spend to buy the vehicle. We have no way to know what that number is until you give it to us in the form of an intelligent offer. With Viva Las Vegas Autos, this is especially easy because we give you more critical buyer information than you could ever hope for. Your offer or bid is the only number that can possibly buy or win this vehicle. Put the pressure on us to say... "YES! We'll sell it for your offer." Better than half of our vehicles are sold prior to the end of the auction with offers from serious buyers. 90% of these were met without hesitation because they correctly fell into line with current market values, congruent with the superior condition of this vehicle. If you disagree with industry experts and/or actual sales results from around the globe, then simply give us your number. Remember however, the above established figures are real and, therefore, so should you offer be. Do your own research, make an honest bid and you just might take this vehicle home. WARNING TO BID RETRACTORS (aka FISHERMEN) The integrity of eBay depends on the good faith intent of both buyer and seller. You compromise your integrity when you fish for the reserve with bids you do not intent to honor. BIDDER'S THAT RETRACT THEIR BIDS WILL BE REMOVED AND BLOCKED PERMANENTLY FROM THIS AUCTION AND ALL OF OUR FUTURE AUCTIONS. Don't Make eBay your playground. eBay's lack of real consequences, unfortunately allows low caliber individuals to assume eBay Auctions are a game. Let's make this a fair auction for all bidders. Terms of Sale This vehicle is safely stored in our beautiful climate controlled showroom in Boulder City, Nevada. We are just 25 minutes from Las Vegas International Airport (McCarran) and welcome the opportunity to meet the winning bidder there and drive them to our facility for vehicle delivery. We have years of experience with vehicle shipping, across the globe - we stand ready to help with whatever arrangements are necessary at the buyers request and expense. This vehicle will not be delivered or released for shipment until complete payment is received and all funds have cleared. Third party, pre-purchase vehicle inspections are welcome BEFORE the auction ends. We are happy to answer questions about this vehicle and resolve any concerns you may have BEFORE YOU BID and BEFORE THE AUCTION ENDS . . . THERE ARE NO EXCEPTIONS. If you are in the Las Vegas area, we invite you to stop by for a demonstration. A $1000 non-refundable partial payment must be received 24 hours from the end of this auction . We prefer VISA but will accept PayPal if necessary. Full payment must be received within four (4) business days of the end of auction. Cashiers-check, direct deposit or cash in person are acceptable but BANK to BANK WIRE TRANSFER IS PREFERRED for US winners and required for all winning bidders outside the United States. Loan checks can be accepted only after prior approval from the owner, Doug Williams. M/Os will NEVER be accepted. CHECKS in ANY FORM MUST BE CLEARED as CASHABLE FUNDS before delivery of any item. Free and clear title is in seller's possession and will be transferred upon payment in full. Important: Winning bidders on-line enter a legal and binding contract to purchase the vehicle presented here. Bidders that win the auction and then do not pay, will be aggressively pursued. Every non-paying bidder will be prosecuted and kicked off eBay forever. If, for any reason, you do not intend to purchase this vehicle, DO NOT BID. We will happily do whatever is required to assist a legitimate bidder that intends to purchase the vehicle with their transaction. This vehicle is sold AS-IS with no warranty. This is not a new vehicle, it is used. A used vehicle will have normal wear and tear congruent to its age and/or mileage. This vehicle may have dings, scratches or other indications of use because it has been used. Terms such as "perfection," "flawless" or "mint" may not be subjective but all other descriptions are. When you bid, you understand and agree to these terms. Please call Doug @ 702-353-7500 with ANY questions. Email: Doug@VivaLasVegasAutos.com Sales tax, Smog and title fees may be applicable to Nevada residents. A Document Fee of $200.00 will be added to the closing auction price. An Optional 15 Day Drive Away Permit is available for $8.25. New eBay bidders with (0) feedback or international bidders please make contact by email or phone at least 2 hours before bidding. We reserve the right to cancel bids if necessary to protect our clients. Research for this ad was done with all due diligence toward an accurate presentation of the facts. All information herein represents our sincere effort to be correct. If we have made any errors or provided information later found to be inaccurate, we will correct these mistakes and resolve any issues that occur as a result, as far as it is within our ability to do. Descriptive words like "perfect" or "flawless" are subjective opinions because nothing is perfect; flaws are inevitable. If you question what you see, feel free to inspect our vehicles in person or by a professional inspection service strictly prior to the close of the auction. Post auction inspections are unacceptable and we reserve the right to sell to the follow up bidder immediately. Ready to Own? Call Doug @ 702~353~7500 Ready to Own? Call Doug @ 702~353~7500 Note there is a small crack in the quarter plastic window on the driver's side. Pictured above. Ready to Own? Call Doug @ 702~353~7500 Ready to Own? Call Doug @ 702~353~7500 Ready to Own? Call Doug @ 702~353~7500 Viva! Las Vegas Autos, Inc. 707 Yucca St. Boulder City, Nevada 89005 Office Line - 702-889-Viva (8482) Fax Line - 702-889-8486 Dlr # 26850 Doug Williams Owner Direct Line - 702-353-7500 Win Victoriously, Your Way! Find Out How to Make Your Deal Immediately! We Can and Will Find a Way to Make it Happen for You on eBay. Beat all the last minute bidders to the punch! 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