Winning bid
£6,400

1998 Mercedes-Benz SL320 (R129)

Highlights

  • Comprehensive service history from 1998
  • Recent full recommissioning and B Service
  • New tyres and fully refurbished alloys
  • Fabric roof in very good condition with clear plastic windows
  • Comes with a solid hard top

The Appeal

The R129 SL. Its name is so familiar with the idea of 'modern classic' that we expect everybody has seen one in the wild - these cars were one of the last of the over-engineered Mercedes-Benz cars, and have gone down rightfully as one of the company's best. That distinguished styling, the sophisticated cabin and the no-nonsense performance all made for an incredibly solid, dependable car. Is it any wonder they're so well-loved?
This particular 1998 example, boasting an Azure Blue livery, wrapping around a Helios Ivory cabin, comes to us in fine order, having been recommissioned only in 2023. It comes complete with a detailed service history, a valid MOT and a recently refurbished set of alloys, shod in new tyres.

It's a fabulous example, and creates a superb prospect for the lucky buyer.

History and Paperwork

  • Registered in 1998
  • 10 previous keepers
  • In current ownership since January 2023
  • Paid for a full recommissioning of the brakes, hoses, bushes, etc., as well as a full B Service when the car was bought (all invoice history and MOT history included with the sale)
  • Last service was on 17/02/2023 (comprehensive recommissioning and B service) at 96,806 miles
  • During the recommissioning in 2023, all brake pipes were inspected and greased for future protection
  • Has done less than 4,000 miles since the last service
  • Last MOT was on 09/04/2024 and it passed with only 1 advisory 
  • Comes with a comprehensive record of its service history from 1998 along with its MOT history from 2007
  • Will revert to original plate - S488 KLX - upon sale

The Condition

  • All original paintwork, with some stone chips evident on the bonnet, lower sills, etc. (not concourse but looks really good)
  • Arches are all solid
  • Some bubbling near the front nearside corner adjacent to the bumper
  • Minor bubbling on the nearside door
    Minor scratches on the bumpers and around the door handles due to use
  • Both front indicator lenses have been replaced by parts from R129 Company
  • Alloys have been fully refurbished
  • New tyres all around
  • Supplied with hard top and soft top
  • Soft top in very good order with very clear plastic windows
  • Hard top in good overall order
  • Any broken/worn knobs inside the car have been replaced
  • Cassette holder in the centre console has been swapped out with a genuine Mercedes console box (original cassette holder included with the sale)
  • Speaker cover fabric has been replaced (original covers included with the sale)
  • Some dash bulbs have been replaced
  • All electrics are reportedly in good working order
  • Electrical aerial only extends to about 50% of its original range
  • Front driver's seat bolster shows signs of age
  • Rest of the Nappa leather interior is in good condition
  • Half-leather steering wheel and gear-knob show signs of age but have no splits (just patina)

The Mechanics

  • 3,199cc six-cylinder engine
  • Automatic transmission
  • Engine bay in good order
  • Regularly serviced
  • The vendor reports that the car is in fine mechanical order
  • They note that it's a pleasure to drive, very comfortable, and very economical for a fairly large engine
  • We've no reports of any mechanical issues throughout the car


BEFORE YOU BUY 
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This vehicle is “Sold As Seen”, on an “As Is Where Is’ basis and without warranty. Photos and descriptions are solely for guidance purposes and it's customary to carry out a full inspection of the vehicle prior to purchase for your own peace of mind. 
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Auction Details

  • Year1998
  • MakeMercedes
  • ModelSL Class
  • ColourDark blue
  • Odometer100,500 Miles
  • Engine size3199cc
  • Seller TypePrivate
  • TownEastbourne
  • CountySussex
  • CountryUnited Kingdom
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Bidding history

15 Bids from 8 bidders

johnqui••••
Bid
£6,400
11/10/24
Griffit••••
Bid
£6,300
11/10/24
johnqui••••
Bid
£6,100
11/10/24
HuntRet••••
Bid
£6,000
11/10/24
johnqui••••
Bid
£5,900
11/10/24
james-w••••
Bid
£5,800
11/10/24
HuntRet••••
Bid
£5,700
11/10/24
james-w••••
Bid
£5,600
11/10/24
HuntRet••••
Bid
£5,500
11/10/24
Griffit••••
Bid
£5,250
11/10/24

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