1986 Mercedes-Benz 300SL (R107) #2041 Arctic White with Blue Sports Check *SOLD*
- Stock Number: 2041
- Make / Model: Mercedes-Benz / 300SL (R107)
- Mileage: 44000
- Paint Colour: Arctic White
- Interior Colour: Blue Sports check 072
- Year: 1986
About This Car
1986 Mercedes-Benz 300SL (R107)
Arctic White (147) with Blue Sports Check (072) and
Dark Blue Fabric Soft Top (5010) with Arctic White (147) Hard Top
44,000 miles
This vehicle has been known to The SLSHOP for many years, having been with the last owner since 1999. Finding high calibre cars in white paintwork is always difficult – they show blemishes and road scars all too easily, plus it’s a very hard colour to match should paintwork be needed. A poor quality white car can be spotted from a distance.
This car is beautifully presented, with the white paintwork being complimented by the attractive ‘sports check’ fabric interior. These fabric interiors are hard wearing and comfortable in hot or cold climates, making them ideal for touring with SLs.
This 300SL benefits from Cruise Control and Rear Seats, two factory options that were not standard for the 300SL at the time. Both of these options would have added a significant sum to the original list price back in 1986.
There are invoices on file detailing almost £7,000 spent in recent years with SLSHOP, including the all important rectification of the bulkhead. Also present within the documentation is a letter on file from a previous owner detailing some notes on the car from his time of ownership.
This car is in wonderful condition and is ready to be enjoyed.
Specification
341 ADDITIONAL BLINKER LAMPS
362 RHD VEHICLES AS PER EC REGULATIONS (CONTROL CODE)
440 TEMPOMAT (CRUISE CONTROL)
461 INSTRUMENT WITH MILES IND. AND ENGLISH LEGEND
470 ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS)
507 OUTSIDE REAR VIEW MIRROR, LEFT AND RIGHT, HEATED (ELECTRICALLY ADJUSTABLE ON THE RIGHT)
543 SUN VISOR WITH VANITY MIRROR, ILLUMINATED, LEFT AND RIGHT
551 ANTI-THEFT/ANTI-BREAK-IN WARNING SYSTEM
565 REAR SEATS USED ON SL MODELS
583 ELECTRIC WINDOW LIFTERS (FRONT DOORS)
592 HEAT-INSULATING GLASS, ALL-AROUND, HEATED REAR WINDOW PANE, BAND FILTER
600 HEADLAMP WIPER/WASHER
613 HEADLAMP LEFT-HAND TRAFFIC
682 FIRE EXTINGUISHER
744 DARK BLUE SOFT TOP FABRIC 5010
Why Choose SLSHOP?
Is it our unrivalled experience with three generations of SL? Is it our attention to detail, our award winning quality? Is it our selection of hand picked, superb cars for sale? Is it the family feel, the friendly faces and consistency of our work? Most people say it’s all of these things.
A classic car offers a world of opportunities – it is an invitation to explore the open road and share life-affirming experiences with like-minded individuals.
Where will your Mercedes-Benz take you?
Bulkhead Corrosion
Although the R107 is renowned for build quality, there is one chink in the armour – the bulkhead. Many cars that present well from the outside are hiding internal rust. Water from outside the car should drain out through specially designed channels, but over time, these become blocked forcing water inside the car. Once water has breached the blower motor cover in front of the windscreen, it slowly wreaks havoc from inside out. This delicate area did not have rust protection from the factory, and as the metal deteriorates it the water ingress can lead to faulty electrics, damp carpets and musty smells inside the cabin.
All our cars come with a 36 month bulkhead warranty.

Next Steps: Experience
We believe in the capabilities of these classic cars, and want our customers to get out and use them. Welcome to Experience from The SLSHOP, aimed at helping you get more out of your classic Mercedes-Benz. We offer a number of trips, tours and events in the UK and abroad. See you there!

Next Steps: 24hr Test Drive
Tempted by an R107 SL but not sure if it’s for you? Fancy trying a weekend at the wheel before you dive in? We offer a 24hr test drive through our hire business. Hire a classic Mercedes-Benz for a day or longer, and if you subsequently buy a car from our showroom, we will refund the entire hire fee. What are you waiting for?
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