Detail Info for: Mercedes-Benz : 500-Series 1987 Mercedes 560sl- 34k mi,Original CA car Immaculate!

Transaction Info

Sold On:
11/20/2010
Price:
$ 22000.00
Condition:
Used
Mileage:
34900
Location:
Scottsdale, Arizona, 85260
Seller Type:
Private seller

Vehicle Specification

Year Make Model:
1986 Mercedes-Benz 500-Series
Submodel Body Type:
Convertible
Engine:
8 Cylinder 5.5 Liter
Transmission:
Automatic
VIN:
wdbba48d0ga054647
Vehicle Title:
Clear
Drive Train:
Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard Equipment:
Optional Equipment:

Vehicle Detail

1987 Mercedes 560sl -ONLY 34K Miles!!!- OVERVIEW: Up for auction is a beautiful low mileage 1987 Mercedes-Benz 560 SL Roadster. This is a 2 owner Mercedes which has lived the majority of its life in in climate controlled private collections. It was originally purchased on September, 12 1986 at Steigler Mercedes in Encino, CA. This vehicle never left the Los Angeles area during its entire life. The car had an original sales price of $55,000 all the way back in 1986! This car has been driven extremely sparingly during 24 years of ownership. That tells you just how pristine this 560 actually is. Don't miss your chance to own a truly spectacular 560sl...Bid Now! EQUIPMENT: -5.6L 250hp V8 Engine -4 Speed Automatic Transmission -Posi-Traction Rear End -Power Windows -Power Door Locks -Power Antenna -Fog Lamps -Automatic Climate Control -NEW Canvas Convertible Top -Removable Hard Top -Original Leather Interior -Original Becker Cassette -Upgraded Pioneer CD Player with iPod Hookup -Chrome Mercedes 15" Wheels -New Dunlop Sport Tires COSMETICS: The body on the car is in pristine condition and was well cared for. The car is finished in its gorgeous original Mercedes color of Ebony Black and is in awesome condition and looks as good as the day in rolled of the lot. The car is straight as an arrow with only a handful of small chips which have been touched up. The car has been completely inspected underneath from front to back and is solid as a rock as any collector car should be. The car is riding on the original 15" chrome wheels and is riding on like new Dunlop tires that only have about 4k miles on them! The windshield is like new with no chips. The black German Cloth soft top is brand new and was just installed a few weeks ago. The hard top has good seals and the headliner is in awesome shape. The interior is in great shape all around. The dash and door panels are in like new condition. The supple original black leather seats are all in very good condition and look very nice with no rips or ware lines, which shows the quality of leather used in this car. The wood grain is in excellent condition. The carpets are all very nice are not worn or damaged. All dials and controls function as they should, power windows and antenna also are fully functional. The sound system is also very nice with the upgraded Pioneer CD, but also will include the original Becker Cassette player. Music is crisp and clear and not overwhelming. The sound system definitely adds to the driving experience of this roadster. All lights, gauges switches, and accessories work as they should. This interior is in immaculate condition. The trunk compartment is very clean as well. The spare tire compartment is clean as a whistle and the original spare tire is present. Original jack and tool kit are also in place. MECHANICAL: Mechanically, this SL runs GREAT! The car starts right up and shifts smooth as silk. It drives as good now as the day it rolled of the lot. The V8 engine is quick and responsive. It is reliable, easy to fix, and parts are readily available. The car was always regularly serviced by Mercedes authorized dealers. Under the hood is clean as a whistle and looks like new. I just had the oil changed and the car given a once over and its all ready to hit the road with the top dropped! The car includes its full service history with receipts for every oil change and smog certificate. In addition over $8000 in major service work has been done on the car during the low amount of miles it has been driven. Here are some of the major receipts: -3/1999 @ 25,500mi: Full Vacuum System Overhaul, Fuel Injectors and Seals $1400 -5/2000 @ 26,400mi: Trans Service, Alternator, Oil Sending Unit, Oil Pan Gaket, Fuel Pump, Power Steering Reseal: $3300 -3/2001 @ 26,900mi: Motor Mounts, Steering Arm, Tie Rods, Drag Link, Steering Stabilizer, Valve Cover Gaskets $1300 -11/2008 @ 30,000mi: New Tires and Allignment $600 -2/2009 @ 30,700mi: Full Tune Up (LOF, Plugs, Wires) $507 -Many More Small Receipts! MISCELLANEOUS: One thing you don't get with every pre-owned Mercedes, is the amount of receipts and documentation on such a pristine, low mileage car. This car has ALL original books and pamphlets, original build card, original window sticker, and every receipt for work ever completed on this auto. The car will include 2 keys, tools, spare tire, top removal tool, and original license plates. All in all, this is one of the cleanest and nicest SL's that I have had the privilege of being associated with. I truly feel it is one of the nicest ones on the market and I will put it next to any of the lower mileage examples and it will hold its own. It has been professionally maintained and truly loved by its previous owner. This Mercedes is a fantastic car for the price and includes every option offered in this car. This is your chance to get an like new classic convertible for a fraction of the cost of its original price. The car has a clean California Title and a clean Autocheck. Any further questions: CALL JON @ 480-703-2337 TERMS AND CONDITIONS We take time to carefully describe each vehicle and include a substantial number of photos. However, it is very important to keep in mind that these vehicles are pre-owned, not brand new. After careful reading of the entire description, rather than making a potentially incorrect assumption, if any statement or comment is unclear, or if you have questions, please e-mail or call us prior to bidding. AT CLOSE OF THE SALE The successful "winning" bidder must telephone us within 24 hours after the auction has ended to verify purchase and make arrangements to complete the transaction. Full payment must be received within 7 business days of the end of auction. All buyers are subject to a $199 document processing fee. Payment must be either by cashiers-check or certified funds. If funds are not received, and an alternate arrangement has not been made, the vehicle can and will be made available to other potential buyers on a first-come, first-serve basis. OUR GAURENTEE We have disclosed as much information as possible about this vehicle and aim to only carry quality vehicles. However, we recommend that all buyers conduct an inspection either in person or through a qualified professional third party inspector prior to the end of the auction. If such inspection reveals a substantial discrepancy between the information contained in the listing and the actual vehicle, we will correct the problem or work out a compromise. SHIPPING We value your business and want you to be completely satisfied with your Ebay buying experience, from purchase to delivery. As a value added service we will assist with shipping arrangements however, the buyer pays all shipping costs. We do not have any affiliation with, or interest in, any transportation companies and all questions or concerns should be addressed directly with them. Disclaimer All vehicles are sold As Is, with no warranties expressed or implied, by seller. Vehicles come with books and/or manuals only if pictured in the included photos or if stated in the ad. As with any used vehicle, minor signs of wear may become more obvious under close inspection, such small chips or nicks, light scratches or minor abrasions, wheel scuffs, and other indications of normal wear and tear. We will not and cannot be held liable or responsible for these issues. Bidders are entering into a legal and binding contract to purchase the vehicle described above. If you do not intend to purchase this item, DO NOT BID! Non-paying bidders, unqualified bidding, bid shielding, auction interference or any type of harassment, will be dealt with according to eBay Rules, local law, and may include, but are not limited to, legal action and applicable fees, loss of deposit or any other necessary costs. We reserve the right to cancel bids and/or our auction at anytime for any reason.

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