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1988 Mercedes-Benz 420 SL
United Kingdom • 30 Jul 2025
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1988 Mercedes-Benz 420 SL, a rare right-hand drive model, is finished in Artic white and has been under current ownership since 2011, with only 4 former keepers. It features both soft and hard tops, a stamped service book, and a recent MOT, suggesting it has been well maintained.
Condition
7
The car is described as being maintained regardless of cost and comes with an extensive history file. It has covered 118,100 miles, which suggests some wear, but the overall impression is of a well-cared-for vehicle. The presence of old tax discs and expired MoT certificates in the history file indicates the car has been used and maintained over time, implying a 'Very Good' condition with slight wear visible.
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Transmission:
[Transmission]
Chassis No:
WDB1070472A090318
Odometer:
118,100 miles
Reg Number:
F755 EBW
RHD/LHD:
RHD
Mercedes have been producing an SL (Sport Leicht) model or range of models since 1954, when the landmark 300SL was unveiled.
The similarly styled, but mechanically unrelated, 190 followed in 1955, completing the first generation of cars.
The second generation SL (W113) began with the 230 of 1963.
It was distinguished by its lower waistline, big curved screens and a distinctive optional hardtop that earned it the nickname of 'pagoda top'.
The larger, third generation model (R107) was launched in 1971.
The newcomer featured a two-door monocoque bodyshell with independent suspension all round.
Over its very successful 19 year production span the R107 featured no less than two straight-six engines and six V8 units.
The 420 SL variant is understood to be the rarest of all the 237,287 R107 SLs made, with just 2,148 leaving the factory between 1985 and 1989.
Its 4.2-litre V8 produced some 215bhp at 5200rpm - sufficient output to endow the big Benz with effortless acceleration and a to...
Points of note
£12,320
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£22,218
Median Price (Since 2020)
£45,000
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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