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This 1989 Mercedes 560SL type R107 of American origin (California) shows 141,000 miles, or approximately 226,900 km. The seller indicates that the tachometer is blocked even though the last maintenance traces date from 2018 and 139,500 miles. The car is in good general condition but he specifies that it has not been driven much since the end of 2018 and therefore recommends a general revision. It is sold with a FFVE file for a collection registration.
Outside the car is in very good condition. The paint in its original red color has only very few visible defects in the gallery. Plastics, chromes and exterior seals are in very good condition, as well as the headlights. The hood has 2 cracks despite a good general condition. The original hardtop is provided. The seller indicates that the chassis of this 560SL is sound. He also states that the car is fully original on the outside.
The interior is in good condition and entirely original. The beige leather upholstery has no tears or holes but shows traces of use. The steering wheel and the dashboard are in very good condition. The carpets are in very good condition (double floor mats) as are the door panels. The on-board instrumentation and electrical equipment are working normally.
The 5.6 liter V8 developed 230hp when it left the factory. The seller indicates that the mechanics work normally as well as the automatic transmission. The engine is fully original. As the car has not been driven much in the last years, the seller recommends a standard engine overhaul. The seller has a history from 102,000 miles visible in the gallery. It should be noted that the timing chain was changed at 102,000 miles, the power steering pump at 118,000 miles, the alternator and its belt at 136,000 miles and that the vehicle has had a standard service at 139,000 miles The last American CT is dated 04/29/2017 and 134,600 miles.
The car has 4 rims in very good condition with 20.000 miles tires. The car brakes normally. The shocks have been changed at 115.500 miles, the master cylinder at 122.800 miles and the front and rear brake pads and discs at 130.650 miles. The car having been driven very little in the last few years, the seller recommends a revision of the running gear.
The seller is a professional located in France in Wavrin (59136) and accepts visits during the sale. The seller can provide in addition a new hood (400 €).
The seller wished to define a reserve price.
Note : The car will be sold with a FFVE file and its certificate in order to register the vehicle with a collection registration card. The seller also provides the customs documents (paid) and all the original documents. The technical control will be charged to the buyer.
Auction information
Dates
Auction opening date: Sunday 05 July 2020 08:00
Auction end date: Tuesday 14 July 2020 21:15
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