Highlights

Rare Designo Mystic Blue paintwork, a special-order colour seldom seen on the R230
Factory AMG Styling Package and Sports Package
In current ownership for over six years
MOT valid until June 2027 with no advisories

The Appeal

The R230-generation SL500 combined a naturally aspirated 5.5-litre V8 with Mercedes-Benz's Active Body Control suspension and a folding hard top, making it one of the most accomplished grand tourers of its era.

Finding one specified in Designo Mystic Blue is genuinely rare. It was a special-order paint finish that few buyers chose, and it sets this car apart from the silver and black examples that dominate the market. This Sport Edition is fitted with the factory AMG Styling Package and Sports Package, along with Nappa semi-aniline leather and a glass panoramic roof.

Key Information

Mileage: 63,700 miles (supported by service history)
Country of registration: United Kingdom
MOT status: valid until 24 June 2027 with no advisories
Technical specifications: 5,462cc V8 petrol, 7-speed automatic, Active Body Control (ABC) suspension
Paperwork: owner's manuals, service book, V5C and 2020 maintenance invoice included

Service book:

09/26 - 63,662 miles - Mercedes-Benz Great West Road

06/17 - 40,233 miles - Charles Hurst Bentley

10/15 - 35,248 miles - Mercedes-Benz of Belfast

04/14 - 31,083 miles - Mercedes-Benz of Belfast

05/13 - 27,681 miles - Mercedes-Benz of Belfast

06/12 - 25,770 miles - Mercedes-Benz of Belfast

06/11 - 21,098 miles - Mercedes-Benz of Belfast

08/10 - 16,314 miles - Mercedes-Benz of Belfast

06/09 - 8,138 miles - Mercedes-Benz of Belfast

The Details

Factory-specified in Designo Mystic Blue (paint code 032U)
AMG Styling Package (code 772) with front spoiler and side skirts
Sports Package (code 952) with 19-inch five double-spoke alloy wheels
Nappa semi-aniline leather interior in Black/Anthracite with Designo black fabric roof lining
Glass panoramic roof panel
COMAND navigation with DVD, CD changer, and analogue TV tuner
Bi-xenon headlamps with cornering illumination
Parktronic system, automatic climate control, and heated front seats
Auto-dimming interior and exterior mirrors with electric folding function
Offside front air spring replaced in June 2020
Three former registered owners; the current owner has held the car since July 2020

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