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1988 Mercedes-Benz 420 SL

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1988 Mercedes-Benz 420SL

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1989 Mercedes-Benz 420 SL

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1989 Mercedes-Benz 420SL

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1987 Mercedes-Benz 420SL

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1986 Mercedes-Benz 420SL

Mercedes-Benz 420SL - R107

Mercedes-Benz

The history of Mercedes-Benz starts at the turn of the 20th century. The company&#39;s lineage begins with <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/benz-cie/">Benz &amp; Cie</a> and the Daimler Motor Corporation (DMG). Daimler introduced the Mercedes 35hp, an automobile named after the daughter of DMG dealer and associate Emil Jellinek, setting the precedent for the use of the name. In 1926, DMG and Benz merged to create Mercedes-Benz, with their first car released in the same year. In the years since its creation, Mercedes-Benz has become one of the world&#39;s premier automotive manufacturers, known for their high level of engineering as well as their luxury. The company also has a prestigious racing history, have participated in all sorts of motorsport competitions, and achieved notable victories in Formula 1 and Le Mans. Just a few of the company&#39;s&nbsp;storied historical models include the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/sl/w198/300-sl-gullwing/">300 SL Gullwing</a>, the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/540k/">540K</a>, the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/600/">600</a>, and the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/s/w112/">300 SE</a>. Among the more notable modern cars are the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/sls/">SLS</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/slr-mclaren/">SLR McLaren</a>, and <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/clk/clk-gtr/">CLK GTR</a>. Mercedes also continues to push forward with modern engineering, pursuing hybrid technologies with many of their new models, including the upcoming Formula 1 engined Mercedes-AMG Project One supercar.

The history of Mercedes-Benz starts at the turn of the 20th century. The company's lineage begins with Benz & Cie and the Daimler Motor…

420SL - R107

Mercedes-Benz SL

When Mercedes-Benz introduced the SL in 1954, even they could not have predicted the impact the model would have on the automotive world. SL cars are 2 door grand tourers that were briefly offered as coupes, yet quickly became convertibles offered with detachable hardtops and later available with a retractable roof options. In production for over 60 years, the SL has seen seven generations: the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/sl/w198/">W198 (1954-1963)</a>, the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/sl/w121/">W121 (1955-1963)</a>, the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/sl/w113/">W113 (1963-1971)</a>, the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/sl/r107-c107/">R107-C107 (1971-1989)</a>, the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/sl/r129/">R129 (1989-2002)</a>, the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/sl/r230/">R230 (2002-2012)</a>, and the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/sl/r231/">R231 (2012-2021)</a>. As one of Mercedes&#39; longest running models, the SL has seen some exceptional cars throughout its production, such as the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/sl/w198/300-sl-gullwing/">300SL Gullwing</a>, the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/sl/w113/280-sl-pagoda/">280SL &#39;Pagoda&#39;</a>, and the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/sl/r230/sl-65-amg-black-series/">SL65 AMG Black Series</a>.

When Mercedes-Benz introduced the SL in 1954, even they could not have predicted the impact the model would have on the automotive world.…

Mercedes-Benz SL - R107/C107

The Mercedes-Benz R107 and C107 are automobiles which were produced by Mercedes-Benz from 1971 through 1989 replacing the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/sl/w113/">W113 SL-Class</a>. The R107/SL was a two-seat car with a detachable roof. Being the second longest single series ever produced by the automaker, after the G-Class, they were sold under the SL (R107) and SLC (C107) model names as the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/sl/r107-c107/280-sl/">280 SL</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/sl/r107-c107/280-sl/">280 SLC</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/sl/r107-c107/300-sl/">300 SL</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/sl/r107-c107/350-sl/">350SL</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/sl/r107-c107/350-sl/">350SLC</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/sl/r107-c107/380-sl/">380SL</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/sl/r107-c107/420-sl/">420SL</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/sl/r107-c107/450-sl/">450SL</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/sl/r107-c107/450-sl/">450SLC</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/sl/r107-c107/450-sl/">450SLC 5.0</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/sl/r107-c107/500-sl/">500SL</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/sl/r107-c107/500-sl/">500SLC</a> and <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/sl/r107-c107/560-sl/">560 SL</a>. They were&nbsp;replaced by the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/sl/r129/">R129 SL-Class</a> in 1989.

The Mercedes-Benz R107 and C107 are automobiles which were produced by Mercedes-Benz from 1971 through 1989 replacing the W113 SL-Class.…

SL - R107/C107

R107-C107

The Mercedes-Benz 420SL was a variant of the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/sl/r107-c107/">R107 SL-Class</a> that was introduced for the 1985 model year. The 420 SL was powered by a 4.2L V8 engine that generated 215hp. This power was sent via manual and automatic transmission options to the rear wheels, reaching a top speed of 130mph. Production of the 420SL lasted until 1989, when the model series was discontinued.

The Mercedes-Benz 420SL was a variant of the R107 SL-Class that was introduced for the 1985 model year. The 420 SL was powered by a 4.2L V8…

Mercedes-Benz 350SL - R107

The Mercedes-Benz 350SL was one of the first variants of the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/sl/r107-c107/">R107 SL-Class</a> to be introduced. Debuting in 1971, the 350 SL was powered by a 3.5L V8 engine that generated 197hp and sent drive to the rear wheels via manual and automatic transmission options. Production of the Mercedes-Benz 350SL lasted until 1980, when the model series was discontinued.

The Mercedes-Benz 350SL was one of the first variants of the R107 SL-Class to be introduced. Debuting in 1971, the 350 SL was powered by a…

350SL - R107

350 SL

Mercedes-Benz 450SL - R107

The Mercedes-Benz 450SL was a variant of the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/sl/r107-c107/">R107 SL-Class</a> that was introduced for the 1973 model year. The 450 SL was offered with a 4.5L V8 engine that generated 222hp, which was sent to drive the rear wheels via manual and automatic transmission options. Production of the 450SL lasted until 1980, when the model series was discontinued.

The Mercedes-Benz 450SL was a variant of the R107 SL-Class that was introduced for the 1973 model year. The 450 SL was offered with a 4.5L…

450SL - R107

450 SL

Mercedes-Benz 280SL - R107

After its introduction in the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/sl/w113/">W113 SL-Class</a>, the Mercedes-Benz 280 SL was reintroduced in the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/sl/r107-c107/">R107 SL-Class</a> as a convertible/roadster with standard soft top and optional hardtop and optional folding seats for the rear bench. The SLC (C107) derivative was a 2-door hardtop coupe with normal rear seats. The SLC is commonly referred to as an &#39;SL coupe&#39;. They were produced between 1974 and 1985 with a 2.8L inline six engine.

After its introduction in the W113 SL-Class, the Mercedes-Benz 280 SL was reintroduced in the R107 SL-Class as a convertible/roadster with…

280SL - R107

280 SL

Mercedes-Benz 380SL - R107

The Mercedes-Benz 380SL was a variant of the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/sl/r107-c107/">R107 SL-Class</a> that was introduced for the 1980 model year. The 380 SL was powered by a 3.8L V8 engine that generated 215hp and sent this drive to the rear wheels via manual and automatic transmission options. The SLC version was available in 1981 and featured a wheelbase 14&Prime; longer than the SL, affording additional room for rear seat passengers. Production of the 380SL lasted until 1986, when the model series was discontinued.

The Mercedes-Benz 380SL was a variant of the R107 SL-Class that was introduced for the 1980 model year. The 380 SL was powered by a 3.8L V8…

380SL - R107

380 SL

Mercedes-Benz 500SL - R107

The Mercedes-Benz 500SL was a variant of the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/sl/r107-c107/">R107 SL-Class</a> that was introduced for the 1980 model year. The 500 SL featured a powerful 5.0L V8 engine that generated 237hp. This drive was sent to the rear wheels via manual or automatic transmission options. The 500 SL was not offered for the North American market due to emissions regulations, instead, Mercedes offered the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/sl/r107-c107/560-sl/">560 SL</a> which although featuring a larger engine, did not have as much performance as the 500SL due to emissions regulations. Production of the Mercedes-Benz 500SL lasted until 1988, although the model series continued life in the next generation SL-Class as the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/sl/r129/500-sl/">R129 500 SL</a>.

The Mercedes-Benz 500SL was a variant of the R107 SL-Class that was introduced for the 1980 model year. The 500 SL featured a powerful 5.0L…

500SL - R107

500 SL

Mercedes-Benz 300SL - R107

The Mercedes-Benz 300SL was a variant of the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/sl/r107-c107/">R107 SL-Class</a> that was introduced for the 1985 model year. The 300 SL was one of the few R107 variants to not feature a V8 engine, instead this variant was powered by a 3.0L inline six engine that generated 187hp. This power was sent to the rear wheels via manual and automatic transmission options, reaching a top speed of 130mph. Production of the Mercedes-Benz 300SL lasted until 1989, although the model series would continue life in the next generation of SL-Class, as the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/sl/r129/300-sl/">R129 Mercedes-Benz 300SL</a>.

The Mercedes-Benz 300SL was a variant of the R107 SL-Class that was introduced for the 1985 model year. The 300 SL was one of the few R107…

300SL - R107

300 SL

420 SL

Mercedes-Benz 560SL - R107

The Mercedes-Benz 560SL was the top of the line variant for the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/sl/r107-c107/">R107 SL-Class</a>. Introduced in 1986, the 560 SL was powered by a 5.5L V8 engine which was paired to manual and automatic transmissions. The 560SL was only sold in the United States, Canada, Japan, and Australia. The larger displacement was meant to compensate for the reduced output of the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/sl/r107-c107/500-sl/">500 SL</a> 5.0-liter engine due to the stricter emission laws in these markets. Production of the 560SL lasted until 1989, when the model series was discontinued.

The Mercedes-Benz 560SL was the top of the line variant for the R107 SL-Class. Introduced in 1986, the 560 SL was powered by a 5.5L V8…

560SL - R107

560 SL

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The Mercedes-Benz 420SL was a variant of the <a href="MKT:490" old-href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/sl/r107-c107/">R107 SL-Class</a> that was introduced for the 1985 model year. The 420 SL was powered by a 4.2L V8 engine that generated 215hp. This power was sent via manual and automatic transmission options to the rear wheels, reaching a top speed of 130mph. Production of the 420SL lasted until 1989, when the model series was discontinued.

Vehicle	Price	Date
1988 Mercedes-Benz 420 SL RM Sotheby's Open Roads, March (2021) Lot #149	€26,000 SOLD	Mar 24, 2021 22 days ago
1988 Mercedes-Benz 420SL TheMarket (UK) Online	£33,000 SOLD	Mar 17, 2021 a month ago
1989 Mercedes-Benz 420 SL Silverstone (UK) NEC Classic Live Online (2020) Lot #238	NOT SOLD	Nov 15, 2020 5 months ago
1989 Mercedes-Benz 420SL CCA Everyman Classics (UK) March Classic Car Sale (2020) Lot #265	£14,310 SOLD	Apr 13, 2020 a year ago
1989 Mercedes-Benz 420SL Bonhams MPH November (2019) Lot #65	NOT SOLD	Nov 26, 2019 a year ago
1987 Mercedes-Benz 420SL CCA Everyman Classics (UK) August Classic Car Sale (2019) Lot #683	NOT SOLD	Aug 03, 2019 2 years ago
1986 Mercedes-Benz 420SL CCA Everyman Classics (UK) September Classic Car Sale (2018) Lot #717	£22,550 SOLD	Sep 14, 2018 3 years ago

Mercedes-Benz 420SL - R107 (1985 to 1989)

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