9k-Mile 1989 Mercedes-Benz 560SL

Description

The R107-generation Mercedes-Benz SL remains one of the brand's most enduring designs, blending elegant styling, refined road manners, and V8 performance over an 18-year production run. As the final and most powerful U.S.-market iteration, the 560SL featured a 5.5-liter V8, upgraded equipment, and numerous comfort and convenience features that cemented its reputation as one of the premier luxury roadsters of the late 1980s.

This 1989 Mercedes-Benz 560SL is powered by a 5.5-liter V8 paired with a four-speed automatic transmission and is finished in Signal Red over Palomino leather upholstery. Factory equipment includes a limited-slip differential, automatic climate control, a Becker Mexico Grand Prix AM/FM/cassette stereo, heated power-adjustable mirrors, cruise control, a black convertible soft top, and a color-matched removable hardtop.

The seller reportedly acquired the car in 2023 from a friend belonging to the original owner's family and reports that approximately 300 miles have been added during current ownership.

This low-mileage 1989 Mercedes-Benz 560SL Convertible is now offered in Louisiana with a window sticker, some service records, a clean CARFAX Vehicle History Report, and a clean Mississippi title in the seller's name.

Highlights

• Final-year R107-generation 560SL

• 5.5L V8 paired with a 4-speed automatic transmission

• Finished in Signal Red over Palomino leather upholstery

• Removable body-color hardtop

• Black convertible soft top

• Limited-slip differential

• Window sticker and some service records

• Clean CARFAX Vehicle History Report

Factory Equipment

• 240 – Outside temperature indicator

• 262 – Elimination of rear spoiler

• 442 – Driver airbag

• 506 – Heated and power-adjustable exterior mirrors

• 519 – Becker Mexico Grand Prix electronic radio

• 524 – Paintwork preservation

• 531 – Automatic antenna

• 543 – Illuminated vanity mirrors

• 551 – Anti-theft and anti-break-in warning system

• 570 – Folding front armrest

• 581 – Automatic climate control

• 592 – Heat-insulating glass

• 740 – Black convertible soft top

Servicing & Documentation

According to the accompanying CARFAX Vehicle History Report and included service records, the following service work has been performed:

• 2025:

  • Battery replaced

  • Oil and filter changed

  • Fuel pumps replaced

  • Fuel filter replaced

  • Fuel line replaced

  • Exhaust hangers replaced

• 2023:

  • Oil and filter changed

  • Engine air filter replaced

  • Washer reservoir, pump, and nozzles replaced

  • Shifter linkage bushings replaced

  • Drive belts replaced

  • Brake fluid system exchange performed

  • Underhood insulation replaced

  • Spark plugs replaced

  • A/C refrigerant recharged

  • Blower motor replaced/repaired

Known Imperfections

• The included CARFAX Vehicle History Report notes that the vehicle was registered in a county declared a FEMA flood disaster area in September 2005; no accident, damage, salvage, flood, or title brands are reported

• Wear on leather seats

• Cracked wood trim

• Condition of the paint and body are shown up close in the gallery

Ownership History

From the seller: "I purchased this 560SL in 2023 from a friend who is a member of the original owner's family. The car has approximately 9,000 original miles, and about 300 miles have been added during my ownership."

The accompanying CARFAX Vehicle History Report lists registration history in Mississippi and Louisiana.

Included Items

• Original window sticker

• Some service records

• Removable hardtop

• First aid kit

Additional Information

The clean Mississippi title lists mileage as "exempt."