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1987 Mercedes-Benz SL500 (R107)
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1987 Mercedes-Benz SL500 (R107)
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Few classic roadsters combine durability, elegance, and effortless performance quite like the 1987 Mercedes-Benz 500 SL
Produced during the final years of the long-running Mercedes‑Benz R107 series by Mercedes‑Benz, this model represents the peak of development for one of the most respected grand touring convertibles ever built.
Under the bonnet sits Mercedes’ legendary 5.0-litre V8, delivering smooth, relaxed power perfectly suited to long-distance touring. Rather than chasing outright speed, the 500 SL excels in refined cruising, with strong torque, a composed ride, and the solid build quality that made 1980s Mercedes vehicles famous for longevity.
Styling remains one of the car’s greatest strengths. The R107’s clean lines, balanced proportions, and understated chrome details have aged exceptionally well. With both the removable hardtop and folding soft top, the car offers the versatility of a coupe for cooler months and open-air motoring when the weather allows.
Inside, the cabin reflects classic Mercedes design philosophy: high-quality materials, clear instrumentation, and driver-focused ergonomics. Leather upholstery, solid switch gear, and excellent visibility make the car as comfortable on modern roads as it was nearly four decades ago.
ABOUT THIS CAR
- LOW MILEAGE
- ONLY THREE OWNERS in New Zealand (amongst Dealerships) - One lady owner for 15 years.
- It is built like a tank and utterly reliable, even after 36 years.
- Disk brakes all round / ABS / 240bhp / these came with the updated 4 speed, silky smooth gearbox / sumptuous ride quality.
- Comes with cruise control, heated seats, ABS, leather seats, outside temp gauge, rear seat, and hard and soft top.
- Great to use as a Sunday Classic or a daily driver - relatively trouble free model, so you should have no problems with it.
- Comes with hard top and Soft top. In the summer it's a great, breezy convertible with a dark and cozy canvas hood, and in the winter it's a quiet, brightly lit coupe.
- Good acceleration and lovely, sophisticated cruiser - the subtle rumble of that V8 is a source of joy - it pulls strongly from low rpm and economy is better than most modern SUVs.
- Imported from Japan - first registered in NZ in 2001 .
- Conventional, water cooled four stroke, reciprocating piston type with 8 cylinders in V configuration / Overhead Camshaft / Bosch electronic fuel injection system.
- Good straight, rust free body - very nice paintwork.
- Original interior in nice condition throughout.
- Good tires. Good battery.
- Sexy, sporty, fast, super fun to drive. Powerful engine. A real head turner.
- This amazing Classic is a real deal - Excellent overall condition.
- Perfect for road trips or around town driving.
In our opinion, this is an over engineered Classic Car, that will only appreciate in value.
Interest in the R107 generation has grown steadily as enthusiasts recognize its combination of classic styling, mechanical robustness, and usability. Well-maintained examples of the 500 SL are particularly sought after because the larger V8 was not widely sold in some markets.
Today, values for clean, well-documented cars typically fall in the NZ$80,000–NZ$125,000 range, with exceptional low-mileage or concours examples sometimes exceeding that depending on provenance and condition.
Don't miss out on this fabulous car. Its well priced and all ready for you to enjoy!
Will be sold WOF'd and registered.
TRANSPORT / WORLDWIDE SHIPPING CAN BE ORGANISED ON THIS VEHICLE ON BUYER'S BEHALF AT BUYERS COST.
Viewing By Appointment only!
PLEASE READ: The Purchaser is encouraged to personally fully inspect the vehicle and also to have the vehicle inspected, and fully assessed by an experienced, independent, specialist garage - before committing to purchase. While the Purchaser is entitled to rely on statements given by Waimak Classic Cars as being correct, where goods such as vehicles are concerned, with so many moving parts and rust being an issue with older vehicles; a Purchaser who chooses not to seek independent professional assistance when assessing the quality of what they propose to buy is considered as buying at their own risk, and if the vehicle then turns out to be of less than the represented quality, or not up to the Purchaser's expectation, or in the Purchaser opinion not fit for purpose; then the Purchaser is considered to have contributed to their own loss and should not expect any refunds or betterment from Waimak.
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DISCLAIMER (PLEASE READ)
NOTIFICATION AS TO NATURE OF GOODS IN TERMS OF THE CONSUMER GUARANTEES ACT 1993
Waimak Classic Cars Ltd is a New Zealand registered company and accepts that the vehicle being sold must be of “acceptable quality” in terms of section 7 of the New Zealand Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 (the Act) having regard to “the nature of the goods”.
Waimak Classic Cars is not aware of any specific defects with the vehicle, however (a) such a vehicle being a classic vehicle may have mechanical breakdowns, electrical failures at inconvenient times and maintenance costs being part of and parcel of ownership of a classic vehicle; (b) reliability is a combination of the particular nature of the classic vehicle, how it is being driven, how it has been maintained, and to a certain extent luck; (c) because of the age of the vehicle, and its propensity to rust, it is likely that the vehicle would have been fully or partially restored, or at least repainted at some point in its life, maybe even more than once. Waimak Classic Cars does not know, and cannot give advice on how good any restoration work on the vehicle had been.
The Purchaser acknowledges that the vehicle is being sold as a classic car; that in terms of the Act and the nature of the goods, the vehicle is an old car, bike or boat, that may have visual and hidden faults, unlike a new motor vehicle.
The Purchaser is encouraged to personally fully inspect the vehicle and also to have the vehicle inspected, and fully assessed by an experienced, independent, specialist garage - before committing to purchase. While the Purchaser is entitled to rely on statements given by Waimak Classic Cars as being correct, where goods such as vehicles are concerned, with so many moving parts and rust being an issue with older vehicles; a Purchaser who chooses not to seek independent professional assistance when assessing the quality of what they propose to buy is considered as buying at their own risk, and if the vehicle then turns out to be of less than the represented quality, or not up to the Purchaser's expectation, or in the Purchaser opinion not fit for purpose; then the Purchaser is considered to have contributed to their own loss and should not expect any refunds or betterment from Waimak Classic Cars.
The Purchaser acknowledges that they have read and fully understand this notification and the nature of a car which is many years old.
For more information about this vehicle, please contact us Monday to Friday between 9:00am and 6:00pm (New Zealand Standard Time) on +64 (0) 3 310-6485. Alternatively, you may email us at [email protected] anytime.
PLEASE NOTE: Waimak Classic Cars is Not a car yard dealer type of operation. As a result, we do not operate through fixed opening hours and viewing is By Appointment Only.