1987 Mercedes-Benz 560SL with 12,000 Miles Joins DFW Car & Toy Museum Collection
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The DFW Car & Toy Museum's 1987 Mercedes-Benz 560SL with only 12,000 miles offers collectors a rare advantage in acquiring a pristine example of German automotive excellence.
This 1987 Mercedes-Benz 560SL features a 5.5-liter V8 engine producing 227 horsepower, paired with a four-speed automatic transmission and independent suspension system.
The museum preserves automotive history for public education and enjoyment, offering free admission to make classic car appreciation accessible to all visitors.
A 1987 Mercedes-Benz 560SL roadster with just 12,000 miles includes a period Carphone and original Becker stereo as time capsule features of 1980s luxury.
The DFW Car & Toy Museum has acquired a remarkably preserved 1987 Mercedes-Benz 560SL roadster as part of The Ron Sturgeon Collection, featuring just 12,000 original miles and finished in radiant red. This V8-powered grand tourer represents the pinnacle of Mercedes-Benz engineering and luxury during the 1980s, offering collectors and automotive enthusiasts a rare opportunity to experience a nearly new example of this iconic model.
Powering this classic roadster is a 5.5-liter V8 engine factory-rated at 227 horsepower and 279 lb-ft of torque, coupled with a four-speed automatic transmission and limited-slip differential. The driving experience combines German precision engineering with power steering, fully independent suspension, and power-assisted four-wheel disc brakes, creating what Ron Sturgeon describes as "the definition of a classic you can still drive and enjoy." The museum owner emphasizes that despite its age, the car maintains the comfort, presence, and understated power that makes the SL model timeless.
The interior serves as a time capsule of 1980s automotive luxury, featuring automatic climate control, cruise control, electric windows, central locking, and even a period Carphone. The cabin is dominated by a factory Becker stereo system and classic VDO instrumentation, including a leather-wrapped four-spoke steering wheel framing a 170-mph speedometer, 7k-rpm tachometer, and gauges for coolant temperature, oil pressure, fuel economy, and fuel level. This level of preservation at just 12,000 miles makes the vehicle feel practically new according to museum representatives.
Produced exclusively for the North American market from 1986 to 1989, the 560SL represents the most powerful and refined iteration of the celebrated R107 chassis. The model has earned widespread recognition for its exceptional build quality, balanced performance characteristics, and enduring design that has maintained its appeal across generations. The addition of this low-mileage example to the museum's collection provides visitors with an authentic representation of 1980s automotive excellence and Mercedes-Benz's commitment to engineering perfection.
The DFW Car and Toy Museum, now located at 2550 McMillan Parkway in Fort Worth, Texas, offers visitors the opportunity to view this and other automotive treasures in a 150,000 square foot facility with free parking and admission. Museum hours are Tuesday through Saturday from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm, with additional information available at https://dfwcarandtoymuseum.com. This acquisition underscores the museum's commitment to preserving significant automotive history while making it accessible to the public, contributing to the cultural appreciation of automotive design and engineering milestones.
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