Est: £40,000 - £50,000
1989 Mercedes-Benz 300SL (R107) with Hardtop
United Kingdom • 16 May 2026 • Lot 583
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This is a late-production, UK-supplied, right-hand drive 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300SL (R107) finished in a rare Almandine Metallic over Cream Tex color combination. The car has undergone a complete restoration by marque specialists, with significant expenditure, and is offered with original first-supply items and a matching factory hardtop.
Condition
8
Restored, significant recent expenditure.
/ 10
Automatic
Transmission:
WDB1070412A104919
Chassis No:
Odometer:
101,988 miles
G474 YAC
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
The Mercedes-Benz R107 SL is one of the most enduring and iconic models in the marque’s history.
Produced from 1971 to 1989, it combined elegance, robustness and grand touring comfort in one package.
In 1986, the model underwent a significant update, including a revised range of engines, improved suspension and crucially, the introduction of a galvanised body shell – greatly improving corrosion resistance.
These later cars, often referred to as ‘facelift’ models, are among the most sought after, particularly in six-cylinder 300SL form, offering a balance of smooth power delivery and relative economy.
First registered on 13th September 1989, this UK-supplied, right-hand drive, R107 300SL is finished in Almandine Metallic (5120) over Cream MBTex (175), a colour combination offered only towards the end of R107 production.
According to accompanying correspondence, the car was manufactured on 28th July 1989, placing it amongst the final examples built
Following acquisition by our ve...
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£19,884
Median Price (Since 2020)
£77,953
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Valid
Expires on Apr 13 2027
Latest MOT Mileage
101,962 miles
Registration Date
1989-09-13
MOT History
Passed
On Apr 14 2026 with 101,962 miles
Passed
On Mar 25 2025 with 101,939 miles
Passed
On Jun 18 2024 with 101,665 miles
Passed
On May 25 2023 with 101,436 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Some previous welding repairs
Passed
On Aug 09 2022 with 100,453 miles
There were 8 defects noted.
Minor:
- Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
Advisory:
- Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Passed
On May 13 2021 with 100,426 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Passed
On Oct 12 2017 with 100,201 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- rear n/plate slight deteriorate
- both rear exaust rubber deteriorated
Failed
On Oct 12 2017 with 100,201 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Advisory:
- rear n/plate slight deteriorate
- both rear exaust rubber deteriorated
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front wiper blade split (8.2.2)
- Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Passed
On Feb 24 2016 with 98,273 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
Advisory:
- rear brake pipes have surface corrosion
- both front bottom ball joints have slight play
- corrosion to body and structure but not jagged
- fuel line has surface corrosion
- oil leaks
Passed
On Feb 13 2015 with 96,960 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
User Entered:
- Rear brake pipes have surface corrosion
- Rear wheel arches corroded but not jagged
Failed
On Feb 06 2015 with 96,958 miles
There were 7 defects noted.
Fail:
- Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- Horn not working (1.6.2a)
- Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)
User Entered:
- Rear brake pipes have surface corrosion
- Rear wheel arches corroded but not jagged
Passed
On Mar 17 2014 with 94,119 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
User Entered:
- Oil leak
Failed
On Mar 11 2014 with 94,119 miles
There were 9 defects noted.
Fail:
- Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- Electrical wiring inadequately supported (1.9.2a)
- Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Advisory:
- Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
User Entered:
- Oil leak
- exhaust shows small amount of smoke.
Passed
On Dec 07 2012 with 86,166 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
User Entered:
- Fuel pipe/s corroded
- Oil leak
Failed
On Nov 27 2012 with 86,165 miles
There were 8 defects noted.
Fail:
- Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
- Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
- Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)
- Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
User Entered:
- Oil leak
- Fuel pipe/s corroded
Passed
On Dec 02 2011 with 8,036 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
User Entered:
- Oil leak
Failed
On Oct 29 2011 with 80,382 miles
There were 8 defects noted.
Fail:
- Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
- Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
- Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)
- Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
User Entered:
- Oil leak
Passed
On Oct 19 2010 with 74,216 miles
Failed
On Oct 12 2010 with 74,127 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
Fail:
- Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Advisory:
- Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
- Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Passed
On Oct 07 2009 with 68,370 miles
Failed
On Oct 01 2009 with 68,271 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Fail:
- Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Passed
On Sep 25 2008 with 64,865 miles
Failed
On Sep 24 2008 with 61,861 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Fail:
- Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
- Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Passed
On Oct 09 2007 with 55,624 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
Failed
On Oct 01 2007 with 55,591 miles
There were 7 defects noted.
Fail:
- Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
- Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
- Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- Centre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Advisory:
- Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
Passed
On Oct 03 2006 with 49,389 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
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