Highlights

Obsidian black with bespoke red-dyed leather interior
Powerful yet economical 201bhp 2.8L V6 model
New injectors, spark plugs, oil filter and fluid change
Roof fluids recently changed
MOT valid until June 2027 with no advisories
Four new tyres and new gloss black alloys recently fitted

The Appeal

The timeless nature of Bruno Sacco’s Sport Liecht masterpiece lends itself easily to some light titivation, and the current keeper of this 2001 SL280 has taken that opportunity to dial it up to the next level. A set of black Monobloc-style alloys, black grille and badges, plus a red-dyed interior certainly enhance the stance.

The late model SL280 is a good basis for improvement because these cars are so usable. They got the new M112 V6 engine, good for 201bhp, yet with decent real-world fuel efficiency. This Obsidian Black car also left the factory with a £2,000 upgraded leather package. The recent recolouring means that the burr walnut-lined cabin presents well.

The car is supplied with its matching hard top, while we’re told that the soft top benefits from new fluids. In recent times the car has also received new tyres, injectors, plugs and an oil and filter change. It comes with the added reassurance of a lengthy MOT valid to June 2027.

The changes may upset purists, but when you get to stand out like this, who cares?

The vendor says:

“Smooth as melted butter, nothing to complain about had it checked by a mechanic. You will get compliments from people, as there are hardly any SL280s, or even SL500s, in this black-and-red spec with the alloys!”

Key Information

Mileage: 154,741 miles indicated
Country of registration: United Kingdom
Technical inspection status: MOT valid until June 2027 with no advisories
Technical specs: 200bhp 2,799cc M112 E28 V6, five-speed semi-automatic
Paperwork: No specific documentation mentioned by the vendor

The Detail

Oil and filter service carried out using Liqui Moly Ceratec
All fluids changed, including roof motor fluid
Injectors and spark plugs replaced
Coilovers fitted
AMG-style exhaust fitted in gloss black
The vendor states the car runs smoothly
Leather interior dyed from cream to red, cleaned and conditioned
The vendor reports no damage to the interior
Upgraded sound system with bass added
Front grille and Mercedes badge painted gloss black
Obsidian Black paintwork with recent ceramic coating
Vendor reports body panels, alloys, and underside are rust-free and in normal condition for the age
No structural advisories on MOT

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