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£14,662 (Est: £12,000 - £14,000)
1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Low mileage with superb history
United Kingdom • 17 Oct 2026 • Lot 285
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL boasts exceptionally low mileage (just over 53,000 miles) and an impressive 38-year ownership history, indicating meticulous care. It features a desirable Nautical Blue Metallic finish, factory hardtop and soft top, and over £1,000 in recent maintenance, making it a well-preserved example.
Condition
8
The car is in excellent condition with very minimal signs of wear, reflecting its low mileage and long-term ownership. The bodywork, interior, and mechanicals are all well-maintained, with only minor cosmetic enhancements like the AMG-style wheels and steering wheel noted. It benefits from recent expenditure and a comprehensive history file.
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Transmission:
Automatic
Chassis No:
WDB107412A052792
Odometer:
53,477 miles
Reg Number:
D232DFA
RHD/LHD:
LHD
We are delighted to offer this lovely 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL, finished in Nautical Blue Metallic with a contrasting Light Beige interior and showing just over 53,000 miles from new.
This is an example with a nice story behind it, with the previous keeper having owned the Mercedes for an incredible 38 years.
He purchased it from The Wilmslow Motor Company in July 1988 and kept it right up until 2026, which goes a long way to explaining how well it has been looked after.
Since purchasing, the current owner has continued to maintain it properly and has spent over £1,000, with an invoice in the history file for the recent work carried out.
The bodywork presents very well in its Nautical Blue Metallic paintwork, and it is a great colour for an R107.
It sits on a set of period AMG-style alloy wheels and benefits from an AMG steering wheel, giving it a slightly sportier look while keeping that classic Mercedes appearance.
Inside, the Light Beige interior is in very good order and con...
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£555
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£20,276
Median Price (Since 2020)
£77,953
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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