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It is 1986, and American diplomat John Dixon has weighed his options, made his decisions, and no longer hesitates. The brochure of the Mercedes-Benz SL R107 lies in front of him, and with anticipation he reaches for the phone.

The R107 had already proven itself over the years, building a strong reputation among European sports cars. Dixon chose the elegant — and notably rare — specification: a 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder engine paired with a manual four-speed gearbox, finished in Champagne Metallic with a leather interior and rear seats, and — most importantly — still completely original with an authentic mileage reading.

In 1988, when his posting in the EU came to an end, he took the car back to the United States, where he kept it until 1992, when he sold it to a specialist in classic Mercedes-Benz automobiles. The car then remained within the same family in Maryland until 2019, when a Dutch buyer purchased it and brought it back to its country of origin to continue its story.

After arrival, the car received meticulous servicing at Mercedes-Benz dealer Gomes, where it was given everything it needed and desired. It is now ready to move on to its fourth owner. The full history is documented, the service books are stamped, and the verified mileage of 91,000 km is fully confirmed. The car is ready to be driven.

This is a car that radiates refinement on one hand and pure enjoyment on the other. In short: it is a Mercedes SL R107. It doesn’t just drive — it conquers.