Mercedes Benz 1989 SL560 3rd generation SL

[@MrMike-vw1oh]

I've got an '89 and I really don't mind the bumpers. Mine is cream colored and I've never had so many people stop and want to talk about my car. FYI, Palm Springs is the place to shop for old MBs. rich snow birds abound. I bought mine in 2016 with 112k for $10,500.......Nyaaaaaaah! It brings the child out in me...

[@thckitchen434]

Just got a 380sl n i love it.... ppl are amazed that im 29 with this car

[@8000Christopher]

I have a 1988 MB 560SL. It starts right off the bat, put it in drive and away it goes no hesitation. I drove it from Palm Springs to Las Vegas and back, great driving auto, solid as a rock. Actually averaged 18 mpg on that trip. I was told that Mercedes always under rated the horsepower, this car acts like it has a 260 horsepower engine, very powerful. Also have a 1963 MB 230SL, completely different automobile. Thanks for the video, very entertaining, well done.

8000Christopher same engine had 300 hp in europe

[@8000Christopher]

Didn't know that, thanks. I had my checked and it was only firing on 7 cylinders, one of the injectors needed replacing, the engine is running very smoothly now.

[@713vinh]

This was one of my dream car as a kid. A timeless classic that will never be forgotten.

[@mikemccormick8115]

Gorgeous! Back when “German engineering” really meant something.

[@carconnoisseur4615]

At six years old i fell in love with the 560 SL and at 33 I still love it to this day

[@ronalddean3630]

I fell in love with in the early 80s.

[@intochill]

This is special for me. It was my favourite toy car in my collection as a small child. Always loved these.

[@ronalddean3630]

I actually had a 280SL Pagoda from "Hot Wheels" toys in Petrolblau. I think it is lost somewhere in my house still! I hope I can find it. I have a few of them in my current metal die-cast model collection.

[@sammylovelh5797]

That’s an awesome ride. My mother just gave me her mother’s my grandmothers 1980 English red Mercedes-Benz 450SL with ONLY 48,000 miles on it 🥰 long story short, Grandma and my mother both had multiple cars at the time so the Mercedes-Benz sat in the garage. Totally in love with my 1980’s Benz. It is currently still in my garage and out of the elements. One day I would like to pass it down to the next generation. TYGod in Heaven🙏🏻 #BlessedLife

[@ronalddean3630]

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[@brandonveal69]

Nick you are welcome to come drive our 1984 280SL European Spec located in New jersey. It has the euro plaid interior! Lovely driving experience with the 6 cylinder. A bit lighter in the front end. We also have a Euro 500SL. Thanks for the video, great quality.

[@scanspeak00]

Back when Mercedes had beautiful cars.

[@Sanpedranoazul]

Feel the same! Not anymore

[@emotionscomeandgo]

Mario Torrez Quant why not now. They look great. BMW used to be so nice but now they are becoming to similar... all the models

[@f.w.5928]

I like the new cars too.

[@rab2826]

Back when Mercedes built good quality cars. Now they are pure junk.

[@ronalddean3630]

@@emotionscomeandgo Only the CLK in my opinion, it does have beautiful design lines.

[@1D0N]

The step from this one to the R129 is crazy huge. Can't believe this is a 1989 car!

[@bugsy791]

mercedes analog clocks are known to last forever

[@MrGmilton]

My 1972 keeps perfect time 👌🏻

[@lisac4225]

BTW, I have a 360 SL in a teal green spectacular color. I literally never drive it without somebody commented each and every time it goes out the door because of its classic beauty.

[@yoyobdt_4610]

This car looks absolutely gorgeous !!!! Thanks for sharing !

[@Kref3]

What really astonishes me is how many people actually share your opinion. No offence meant, but I always loathed the American bumbers and headlights. The original Euro version is a piece of beauty and elegance, its lines are totally ruined for me by the bumpers. The third breake light does the rest to kill ist.

[@ronalddean3630]

@@Kref3I sort of agree...I don't loathe them as you put it, but in THIS day and age...the big bumpers are a good defense. So many people are distracted when they are on the road today. Not fond of the brake light either, but again, it serves a purpose now especially if your SL is a dark color.

[@АлександрВасильков-з4о]

Best car in best country .....Salute from Vladivostok .

[@malcolmgay2967]

Hi Nick Can I suggest you find a friendly owner of a fully optioned (suspension) R129 (the next edition of the SL),. I think you will find a much more engaging SL. Not to say the R107 isn't gorgeous. Ask if you can add a couple of extra pounds pressure to the tyres and drive with you selecting the gears via the T Bar (ie: hold it down a little longer). Ok it's not an BMW M5, but it's. Lot of fun if you provoke it sensibly. Remembering the R129 was designed in the mid 1980's waiting for the R107 sales to drop away. That's for seeking out sharing and explaining.

[@jamesreckling6697]

Yes I agree, the R129 is the much better driving car. Then again it was almost 20 years newer than the original R107.

[@ronalddean3630]

I am OK with the R129, in fact, I looked at one. Black with black interior. I read about the power and decided I didn't need all of that. I also know about the nightmares of the hydraulics and the folding hard top. No thanks to being on a road trip, and the top getting stuck, or fluid running down my back or into my lap. I am capable of folding a soft top "by hand"

[@pliros]

I love this boxy design. Unfortunately I did not witnessed that design-era, but it seems like the military had a lot of cool-looking vehicles. The design of the Volkswagen Iltis, Merceds-Benz Wolf or Porsche 597 are pretty sharp.

[@Beer_Dad1975]

Thanks Peter! (and Nick)

[@rodybongaarts]

Very nice car, that V8 engine sounds really good!

[@DK-sm1gn]

NICK PLEASE REVIEW THE R129 MERCEDES SL.

[@Sanpedranoazul]

I felt like I was in the back seat, gorgeous car, but prefer the Euro headlights and bumpers, excellent condition!

[@mercfan382]

Wonderful video! Nice seeing a vintage Mercedes-Benz on your channel.

[@pasifsc]

Hi . The first year of these W107 model cars was 1970. Mercedes made total of 8 cars in 1970. First real commercial year was 1971. First 1971 model was 350 SL and it had 3,5 liter engine ( I know I have one with manual gears) in euro model car. Export to US started at 1972 and then model 350 SL had a 4,5 liter engine. I don´t know if they exported manual shift cars to US at all.

[@Panthers1521]

I have always like that model year

[@MasterOfNone88]

2023 Adjusted Inflation : MSRP $166,360.35

[@Etamar-yg4sy]

I remember my neighbor having this car a white color in the 80s. His son who was a few years older than me brought the key out to impressed us and the key got stuck in the car when he was attempting to start it. Boy! The beating he got was worst than being in a Nazi concentration camp. This was in Nigeria. My parent drove Peugeot 505, so I stayed clear of the Mercedes because no one had to tell me that it was way more expensive. Good Mr Nick stay safe God bless and Cool Runnings

[@fredrikjonsson6410]

In Sweden the model is often referred to as the "Dallas-moppe". Bobby Ewing used to have one in the tv-series from the 80s. A red one."Moppe" is slang for Moped which is a lightweight motorcycle used by kids.

[@thomaselliott573]

A regal performance in automotive history. We to cruise in one of the 450's at 150 mph and it was effortless. What is the music?

[@michaelmottlau2072]

Great audio of your voice. where are the external microphone(s)? What brand of microphone do you used?

[@NickMurray]

I use the ETM-008 mic's

[@delboy2596]

Stunning car in a stunning location. Really like the look of where you live Nick.

[@arthurdardalis]

The SL was designed from the outset for US-specs, I prefer the US version, the lights look better than the glassy look of the Euro version, the bumpers really suit it All 560’s had an LSD

[@Rick2010100]

I fluly agree witgh the music and car - it´s just majestic..... Not the mention Jonathan Hard, Bobby Jewing, etc. - this car is a icon....

[@ngengtat3541]

These are what we call the US safety bumper.. it must be able to withstand a 8km direct accident.. without causing any damage to the car..if you check carefully the bumper actually still have absorber.. car's in most asia countries without such regulation.. when involved in an minor impact, the damages would be nusty..

[@ronalddean3630]

Yes, I am OK with them, the Euro is the original look. They serve a good purpose. The key is to keep them well-maintained. If they are neglected, they get pitted and ashy and bring down the rest of the car.

[@SkippyPB.]

Nick, I have a 1998 SL500 that you might want to review whenever you in Southern California.

[@pmrrmm]

Nick, where do you get the awesome soundtracks for your videos? is it royalty free? Keep up the good work, love the variety of cars and the great humor!

[@MagicAyrtonforever]

Great video.. Modern SL Mercedes still have long bonnets though!

[@jpsimm5709]

Definitely review a Fiat Abarth! You won't be sorry you did. I bought one after test driving one and they're absolutely fun and quirky. Also, I absolutely loved the Mercedes in this video.

[@LechuzaPrecoz]

Good channel, dude. For a moment I felt that I was inside the car. Great job. Congrats.

[@MineCraftBoy1337]

A beautiful car, my uncle has a 280 SL from 1983. You don't know anyone with a Jensen Interceptor from the 70's do you? Would love to see you review one of those!

[@murwaz]

This car is not mid engined, it mid passanger/driver car. You pretty much sit smack in the middle, its roughly as long in the back as it is in the front from the point where you sit. :) Love these old Mercs. My fav is the W123's wich has the same design language as this pretty much. I drove one once, 240D with turbo and intercooler, and a 5 speed manual, it was nice, but only drove it a very short distance on a beach. :P That thing had some get up and go, originally it was slow as a dog, but with the added aftermarket turbo and intercooler it had a top speed of 220 - 240 km/h or so, it was nuts. That turbo did a ton for that otherwise weak engine. Drove it down to Germany and it got up to scary speeds on the autobahn, it was a 1983 model, W123. And just to be clear, I know you never said mid engined lol I was just making fun of the fact that you sit smack in the middle! :P

[@gitrdoug]

best looking SL

[@felixarbable]

shame about those bumpers! cant they put euro ones on?

[@ItsTimePictures]

It's a pain to source em from what I've read.

[@sheldonm3535]

felix pinto yup I have Euro ones on mine

[@rvm2112]

Agreed. Beautiful car, but the bumpers ruin the overall look of it.

[@gusibrahim6961]

felix crab The bumpers are ok on a darker cars specially black, they blend in ok ish.

[@713vinh]

I like the big bumpers, it has a nice vintage look to it.

[@texex9251]

Apparently every time you want to do a car review you just need to dig around in Peters garage. Love those old Mercs. Would love to see a vid on the 2016 C63 S. I just got one but would love to get your take.

[@517sf6]

In europe the 560sl was pushing around 300hp

[@Number27]

Nice to see one of your older vids Nick.. I personally hate these 107 series cars. Having owned one myself I think they are hugely overrated.. but it is an experience to drive one!

[@AdamLeask]

Mercs of this era had a tank-like feel to them. I used to own an '88 420 SEL, which was a weapon. In the end, the car was killed during an earthquake, otherwise I have no doubt it'd still be on the road.

[@HoofHearted2DAY]

Yeh I had an 88 300se & then imported a Toyota Soarer on factory air suspension (Lexus SC400 to the north hemisphere) but unfortunately had none of that tankish Benz solidity when doing long distance commutes. That era of Mercs were waaaay over engineered - they're stunning machines!

[@AdamLeask]

Only seen a handful of Toyota Soarers in this part of the world, very well spec'd vehicle. I shifted over to a Volvo-Ford brainchild (XR5 Mondeo), slightly more practical for day-to-day running, but built nothing like the Merc was.

[@terkapak]

Nick, would it not be nice to review the successor, the SL 500 (R129) also?

[@hagbard72]

"Typical for the upholstery to be really good after many years"....not from what I've seen of the 560SLs. They're usually cracked all apart like their dashboards.

[@northamericanauto43]

Hey Nick would you recommend buying one of these with 45,900 miles for 20k in mint condition?

[@stammelblindarcher4477]

That's not a bad deal. My '89 107 has 150k and I'd sell it for 15,000 to 12, 000.

[@luckya824]

Did you have enough space for seating/driving? I am 192cm tall with rather long legs and I am a bit worried 😧

[@lewdecker1442]

Little tight, i'm 6.1 but get used to it.

[@constructivecritique4049]

Beautiful, beautiful color.

[@Flakey86]

Awww yeah. More vintage Daimlers plz.

[@jonkeevose498]

my dream car

[@drkevingeiger]

Are you using a drone for some of your video?

[@khalidr4959]

Is it for sale?

[@viren91minecraft15]

Does your friend Peter have a KZbin channel?

[@gonnabeok]

Can someone remind me the name of that classic tune in the background?

[@stocksxbondage]

You know a car is near perfect when the only constructive criticism is “convert the bumpers & headlights”

[@carsaregood911]

Those bumpers are DISGUSTING on an otherwise timeless car

[@chrissorreda4982]

UHMERICA

[@spence22]

+1 on the bumpers!

[@philipcooper8297]

Not just bumbers, the headlights are also US spec.

[@lewdecker1442]

I think the euro bumpers look better, but the big rubber grows on me. I prefer the two round lights.

[@ronalddean3630]

...but if someone slides into the back of you, the word "disgusting" quickly turns into "thank God".

[@jonathankim2352]

wonder what Peter did/does for a living?

[@rodekilde]

Is there any chance that you can you make a video/review about the Volvo 850 T5r from the 96' Nick :-)?

[@NickMurray]

+Kenneth Knudsen I think it is unlikely sorry :)

[@CarlosPerez-ru6tb]

Greetings Nick. Big fan here. I was wondering if I could ask for a review for the car buying "mortals" like me... Could you do a review of the Miata MX-5? The new Miata RF is coming out next year so I'm thinking about it... Many thanks in advance!

[@campanmarius5241]

Fantastic car ! Stalling the car was a fun moment, but I don't get it why it happened. What needs to be done in order not to happen ?

[@NickMurray]

+kerk tp I needed to warm the engine/transmission up longer for it not to happen.

[@peteregalloway]

Actually, it was a problem with a full injection component since resolved.

[@11094DEREK]

Beautiful car love the color

[@flippy9133]

what type of watch are you wearing Nick? I bet they're expensive as hell but still I would like to know :D

[@NickMurray]

+Sawier Actually I am not a fancy watch guy. My watch is Tissot T Touch Expert which is not very expensive at all. I like it because it has a barometric pressure sensor I can use to double check settings in aircraft when I am being a pilot.

[@Beer_Dad1975]

+Mr. E Not expensive by watch standards - Tissot are Swatch groups middle tier watches. Take a look at what something from the top tier like an Omega will set you back.

[@ItsTimePictures]

+Matthew Sharpe Yes sir, compared to a lot of the Swiss brands your Tissot isn't too bad. Good watch at a good price. I finally bought a first generation Omega Planet Ocean and was able to get it from an authorized dealer at a huge discount, but it was still a little over three grand. The new ones that just came out are twice as expensive! Heck, I'm about to buy a 1990 560SEC that will cost a bit less than any of the newer Planet Oceans. Crazy.

[@kevinpatrickmacnutt]

That interior is actually more 70s.

Kevin MacNutt well it debuted 1971.

[@NoFunNoMo]

I have a 1977 450sl - I was wondering what the " S" function meant?

[@lewdecker1442]

Sport, light

[@mesuesja80]

You have money - change the bumpers and eventually the headlamps!

[@chrsweden]

So beautiful!! The America lights and bumpers are hideous though....

[@TERRY04104]

Nick, is your M4 in the dealership again?

[@NickMurray]

+Tianyu Fu (Terry) Just got it back.

[@TheCarista]

+Nick Murray what was the problem?

[@jackh5489]

Actually isn't the biggest engine, AMG made a 6,0 model. They are extremely rare and expensive, however one is for sale these days from Monaco and it happens to be Michael Schumachers old car... suchen.mobile.de/fahrzeuge/details.html?id=235374810&scopeId=C&damageUnrepaired=NO_DAMAGE_UNREPAIRED&isSearchRequest=true&minFirstRegistrationDate=1985-01-01&maxFirstRegistrationDate=1990-12-31&makeModelVariant1.makeId=17200&makeModelVariant1.modelId=95%2C96%2C97%2C98%2C99%2C237%2C100%2C101%2C102%2C103%2C104%2C105%2C163%2C199%2C106%2C164%2C165&makeModelVariant1.modelGroupId=17&makeModelVariant1.modelDescription=amg&pageNumber=1

[@anbrjd]

At 7.25; England? Why don’t you say UK? There are loads of SLs over here you know. More than you think.

[@calummcloughlin8090]

Great video as per!

[@wgsvm]

Watching you intentionally constantly bounce up and down in the drivers seat I was thinking you will loosen or damage the seat or the springs on such an old car.

[@BernonCars]

The music fits the car lol

[@alimehrozi2828]

do a review on the ferrari the new spider

[@libra42ful]

Beautiful automobile

[@edwowen]

Lovely car. As has been said the bumpers ruin it. I imported a US car to the UK, and they are unsaleable here without the Euro bumpers. It actually has less power than the European 5.0. Very well built. The driving position is actually rubbish - knuckles graze the steering wheel which is offset, the seat doesn't go back far enough if you are anything over 5 foot 11, and the head room is rubbish with the roof up. Owning one has not left me wanting to keep one or get another!

[@whiskey723]

He's not entirely correct. The 450SL was produced in the US from 1972-1980 and the 560SL from 1986-1989

Whiskey Q not in us

[@whiskey723]

I have a 73 450SL that has a rolloff date of 72 and a 76 with a rolloff date of 75. Also a 87 560 I just purchased in NC last week. All US cars

[@8359s]

Nick, check out good Mercedes 300CE.

[@h7pubg]

8359s I miss ours, we sold it a couple months ago. It was a can of worms though

[@georgeellis346]

I spot a 5 series... Have you not got your M4 back yet???

[@NickMurray]

+George Ellis I did at last. I have 25k on it now so I will do an update soon

[@georgeellis346]

+Nick Murray ahhh that's good! Hope they don't mess you about again. Looking forward to it! Keep up the good work Nick!

[@northamericanauto43]

Does anyone else's 560 has holes under the fenders and the door?

[@stammelblindarcher4477]

Those holes are for a piece of trim.

[@lewdecker1442]

You want this to drain water

[@anonharingenamn]

Lovely car.

[@Banner1986]

Man... The 80's were TERRIBLE for cars... At least for us yanks lol. The Europeans really hit their stride then though. Fantastic video and amazing ride! I have a 79 300SD that I adore. Thanks for the vid :-)

[@barbarabagwell3199]

Mine is identical except for the color white

[@barbarabagwell3199]

And it is the 1988

[@February54]

These SL's look horrible with US spec lights and bumpers. It needs to be converted back!

[@7quidstudio]

The European/UK spec ones over here are so much better looking

[@scotcook5]

Who would want a car that gets 10 or 12 mpg. That will kill any real demand

[@mikemccormick8115]

This car isn’t about mpg any more than a Dodge Hellcat. “Who” might want one is someone with enough wealth such that the cost of gas is insignificant.

[@lewdecker1442]

Collecter, just to have one is much joy.

[@jordinietoroma5778]

All 560 SL had LSD as standard.

[@AJBCooper]

This looks in fantastic condition, I think Euro bumpers would make it look even better though.

[@lewdecker1442]

Yes it would. But you are looking at over ,$2000

[@gusibrahim6961]

To the ignorants who don't know what's between their ears?! The 560 was seen in the middle eastfirst! Not America and japan!! Most of the 450Ss cars here in Dubai found it's way to America, rexport. By the way the US version is crap with 9 to 1 compression! I have the HV 10 to 1 compression and it delivers 300bhp! And proper air conditioning!!! So there😜

[@dianegonzalez4748]

♥️one and only

[@OMENAKAKKU-ex5rw]

NICE ONE

[@anthonyorafferty5632]

"You would have to be a millionair" Yes that is who drove them here in the UK & still do.I had one in UK. Didn't have them stupid bumpers on ! They ruined the look.

[@mesuesja80]

In europe it had 300 hp, the engine I mean.

[@saleemsclinic7293]

l have one 1971 mercedeces benz

[@amsarg]

beauty

[@gsilverstone]

Beauty!

[@jimmycarter9099]

Best cars ever made now they make crap I love my old benz

[@MrSuperrajab]

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