2002 Mercedes-Benz R230 SL500
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Highlights
- Very presentable 5litre V8
- Low mileage car
- Full service history with recent service
- Private plate included
- Long MOT with no advisories
- Luxurious GT in great order
The Appeal
The R230 is the sports car that gives you it all: the choice of open-top motoring or cossetting coupé progress.
The SL500 adds effortless, seamless urge to the mix, together with the sort of advanced technology and luxury trim you expect from a high-end Mercedes-Benz. Good examples are perfect for either pootling around the countryside or embarking on more ambitious long distance or even trans-continental road trips.
This very low mileage example would do both jobs equally well. Very well maintained, its full record of servicing includes three visits in the last 6,000 miles. That reflects the sparing use but also the care of its few owners. There are also several 2023 invoices covering replacement of the suspension and brake fluids, coolant flush and a/c regas and a new battery.
This car is clearly ready to drive and enjoy. Add in a long, advisory-free MOT and it looks very tempting too.
The History and Paperwork
- First registered 12th March 2002
- Factory delivered on 8th February 2002
- Original sales invoice
- Just four registered keepers from new
- Factory handbooks and wallet in good condition and complete
- Stamped service book including recent attention below
- Several invoices for ongoing improvements during 2023
- Private plate included in sale
- Extensive history file some of which is shown in photographs
Service history:
- April 2004 - 11,463
- 5/10/06 - 20,242
- September 2010 - 27,371
- 19/08/13 - 32,991
- 23/11/16 - 39,921
- 9/12/19 - 41,581
- 9/02/22 - 41,998
- 19/07/23 - 45,873
Recent maintenance:
- 13/2/23 - £1,759 on electrics, coolant flush, a/c regas, service and brake fluid change
- 21/2/23 - £1,148 on suspension fluid change and minor repairs
- 5/5/23 - new battery
The Condition
- Teal Blue metallic (946U) paintwork is very well kept
- Bodywork in good order with no visible corrosion or damage
- 18in AMG 5 spoke alloy wheels showing no visible marks
- Quality Pirelli tyres in good condition with plenty of tread
- Exterior fittings including lights and trim in undamaged, complete order
- Electrics all work correctly including folding roof
- Upgraded ‘exclusive’ specification black leather interior
- Cabin shows barely any signs of wear reflecting low mileage
- High specification car as detailed below
- Air conditioning regassed in 2023
Specification includes:
- Proximity cruise control
- Parktronic
- Garage door opener
- COMAND DVD, tuner and navigation system
- Premium sound system with Bose speakers
- Tyre Pressure Control
- Bi-Xenon headlights
- Keyless Go
- AMG exterior body kit
- Ash Tree wood veneers
The Mechanics
- 300bhp 5litre M113 V8 engine
- 5spd 5G-TRONIC automatic gearbox with sequential shift options
- ABC suspension system
- Suspension and brake fluids recently replaced
- Coolant system recently flushed
- Full service history with recent service 2,000 miles ago
- New battery fitted in 2023
- No reported running or mechanical issues for buyer to note
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 2002
- Make Mercedes
- Model SL Class SL500
- Colour Blue
- Odometer 47,727 Miles
- Engine size 4966
Auction Details
- Seller Type Trade
- Town Epping Green
- Location Hertfordshire
- Country United Kingdom
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bids
- Ro•••• £9,000 25/03/24
- Ja•••• £8,900 25/03/24
- Ro•••• £8,800 25/03/24
- Ja•••• £8,700 25/03/24
- Ro•••• £8,600 25/03/24
- Ja•••• £8,500 25/03/24
- Ro•••• £8,400 25/03/24
- Ma•••• £8,300 25/03/24
- Ro•••• £8,200 25/03/24
- Ja•••• £8,100 25/03/24
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