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- 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500SL (R107)
1985 Mercedes-Benz 500SL (R107)
Lot Number: 579
1985 Mercedes-Benz 500SL (R107)
An attractive example of Mercedes' venerable 5-litre R107 in Royal Blue with a matching hardtop.
There is a Sale Room Notice on this lot, please read this before placing a bid
- Sold for: £13,219
LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 1st June, 2024 at 11.00am BST at Tatton Park, Knutsford, WA16 6QN
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BODY COLOUR
Royal Blue -
DRIVE
RHD -
REG NUMBER
B832 YUS -
ODOMETER READING
137540 Miles
SALE ROOM NOTICE
Please note the vehicle was driven circa 70 miles to the auction, there is now a potential starter motor issue and the car does not start. The reserve has been adjusted accordingly.
SUMMARY
An attractive example of Mercedes' venerable 5-litre R107 in Royal Blue with a matching hardtop.
DESCRIPTION
- Timeless, still beautiful and growing old gracefully, the third generation of Mercedes' SL
- Fitted with the super-smooth, 5-litre, M117 V8 producing 237bhp and offering 0-60 in seven seconds and 140mph
- This is an original, UK-supplied 500 finished in Royal Blue with a matching hardtop (with stand)
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Classic grey leather interior with the rare rear seat option fitted and a removable wind deflector
- Documented previous expenditure in excess of £30,000 including all running gear, brakes, discs, suspension struts etc., complete stainless steel exhaust at £1,000 and a new soft top fitted in 2021
- The current indicated mileage is 137,540, however a replacement engine was fitted less than 30,000 miles ago
- From four years current ownership. MOT until September 2024. MOT and mileage information back to 2005 is available to view online
- The personalised registration number 5628 DH in our images does not form part of the sale and will be taken off upon successful sale
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 579
- Make
- MERCEDES-BENZ
- Model
- 500SL
- Variant
- R107
- Registration Number
- B832 YUS
- MOT Expiry
- 07/09/2024
- Chassis Number
- 1070462A015944
- Transmission
- Auto
- Body Colour
- Royal Blue
GALLERY
CONSIGNOR
Richard Greenhalgh
- Car Specialist
- 07948 152921
- richard@iconicauctioneers.com
For further information regarding this lot please contact Richard.
CONTACTSCORE:
97 / 135
Exterior
Bodywork:
Glass:
Paint:
Chrome:
Trim:
Remarks
Presented in royal blue. Chrome work exceptional Hard top in excellent condition. Hard top storage trolley included
Interior
Door-Cards:
Carpets:
Seating:
Headlining:
Dashboard:
Boot:
Remarks
Grey leather interior Rear seat option fitted Removable wind deflector fitted
Engine
Components:
Appearance:
Starting:
Running:
Remarks
Replacement engine fitted in 2016, less than 30,000 miles
Transmission
Gears:
Clutch:
Drive-Shaft:
Remarks
Works as designed
Running Gear
Axles:
Chassis:
Suspension:
Bearings:
Brakes:
Wheels & Tyres:
Remarks
All running gear completely replaced during previous restoration work. Brakes, discs, suspension struts etc etc.
Electrics
Minor:
Major:
Remarks
Cobra bridge 4135 Cat 1 alarm and remote central locking fitted Pioneer Bluetooth SPH-10BT head unit installed. The odometer was found to be not functioning upon purchase. However, during the repair of the odometer the mileage indicator slipped by some 600 miles, but I did not try to readjust for fear of causing further damage.
Vehicle History
Remarks
Comprehensive vehicle history file.
Restoration Notes
Well restored, maintained and well presented in royal blue. Previous expenditure of £30,000 + Replacement low mileage engine now below 30,000 miles Brakes, discs, suspension etc all renewed. Complete stainless steel exhaust at £1000. New soft top fitted in 2021
About the Seller Rating
A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.
Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car
Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts
Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history
Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history
Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history
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