1997 Mercedes-Benz SL320
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Highlights
- Only 47,518 miles from new
- Silver exterior with red leather interior
- Extensive history and always garaged
- Original radio cassette storage and CD changer in boot
- Excellent overall condition with minor imperfections
The Appeal
The Mercedes-Benz R129 is a luxury roadster that combines timeless elegance with impressive performance. Introduced to replace the venerable and incredibly successful R107, it had quite an act to follow - but did so with remarkable style, quickly becoming lauded by the general public and popular press.
This particular example, with its silver exterior and contrasting red leather interior, has only 47,518 miles on the clock. It has been well maintained and always garaged, ensuring it remains in excellent condition. The car retains all its original features, including the original radio cassette storage and a CD changer in the boot. It's an impressive opportunity for anybody seeking a true modern classic.
This particular example, with its silver exterior and contrasting red leather interior, has only 47,518 miles on the clock. It has been well maintained and always garaged, ensuring it remains in excellent condition. The car retains all its original features, including the original radio cassette storage and a CD changer in the boot. It's an impressive opportunity for anybody seeking a true modern classic.
History and Paperwork
- Registered in 1997
- The DVLA records 4 previous keepers
- In current ownership since 2014
- Extensive history
- Always garaged
- Valid, advisory-free MOT until November 2024
- Currently indicates 47,519 miles
- Two sets of keys
The Condition
- Brilliant Silver paintwork in good order with light scuffs and marks
- These are most noticeable around the sills and bumpers
- Bodywork in good order with no significant dents or dings
- Provided with both soft top and hard top
- Original Mercedes-Benz alloys
- Underside in solid order with age-commensurate wear
- Internally, the car is trimmed in an attractive deep red
- No sign of any rips or tears
- All original features
- Original radio cassette storage
- CD changer in boot
- Roof operating correctly
- Air conditioning requires regassing
- All electricals reportedly in good working order
The Mechanics
- 3.2 L M104 I6 engine
- Automatic transmission
- Engine bay in good order
- Car's MOT is advisory-free
- We've not been informed of any mechanical issues
- Car is reportedly starting, shifting and braking with no faults
BEFORE YOU BUY
This sale is subject to the Car & Classic Terms and Conditions. By bidding and/or making an offer, you also agree to the following:
✓ If the seller is registered as a private seller, consumer rights stemming from EU consumer protection law do not apply. Car & Classic’s return policy applies.
✓ A non-refundable deposit will be payable if you are the winning bidder at auction or if your offer is accepted, refer to FAQs and T&Cs for details.
✓ This vehicle is “Sold As Seen”, on an “As Is, Where Is’ basis and without warranty. A full inspection of the vehicle prior to purchase and bidding is highly recommended. Photos and descriptions are for guidance purposes only.
✓ VAT is included in the buyer's deposit. VAT may or may not be included in the final bid or offer price, as specified in the listing.
✓ UK-registered cars and motorbikes on Car & Classic are run through an online HPI check, to verify that they show no insurance database markers for damage or theft, and have no finance owing.
✓ Buyers are responsible for vehicle collection or delivery.
Vehicle specification
- Year 1998
- Make Mercedes
- Model SL Class SL320
- Colour Silver
- Odometer 47,519 Miles
- Engine size 3199
Auction Details
- Seller Type Private
- Location London
- Country United Kingdom
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bids
- ta•••• £9,000 28/03/24
- ex•••• £8,500 28/03/24
- ta•••• £8,350 28/03/24
- ex•••• £8,250 28/03/24
- Go•••• £8,000 28/03/24
- ex•••• £7,750 28/03/24
- Go•••• £7,500 28/03/24
- ex•••• £7,400 28/03/24
- Go•••• £7,300 28/03/24
- ex•••• £7,200 28/03/24
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