Highlights
- Japanese car used on salt free roads until recently
- Desirable ‘black on black’ specification with 19in AMG five spoke alloys
- Low mileage of 71,000 kms
- We are told that VAT and import duties have been paid
The Appeal
The R230 SL55 is the GT car with supercar pretentious. Its sonorous 5.4L supercharged V8 delivers 500bhp and the sort of performance that seems at odds with it luxurious cabin. Then there’s that ground-breaking folding hard top, which makes it ideal for any-weather motoring.
This 2003 car is said to have been first registered in Germany before then spending its life in Japan, a national famous for its salt-free roads that preserve chassis and bodywork. It arrived in Italy recently and is ready for EU registration. We aretold that VAT and import duties have been paid.
Finished in black with a matching black interior, trimmed with carbon fibre, this is a well-kept car that has covered just 71,000 km from new. Perfect for some summer road trips.
History and Paperwork
- First registered 2003 we are told
- Ooriginally supplied for the German market
- Subsequently exported to Japan
- We are told that VAT and import duties have been paid
- 71,000 km shown on the odometer - Japanese export certificates indicate the mileage
- Not currently registered — ready for registration in Italy or any other EU country
- The vendor notes the possibility of registration as a vehicle of historic interest
- Not currently registered with the Automotoclub Storico Italiano
- Two sets of keys and original documentation included
The Condition
- Bodywork and chassis are said to present well due to Japan’s salt-free roads
- Black metallic paintwork in good overall condition with light age to be expected
- Usual SL55 AMG body kit plus front splitter
- Electric folding hard top roof
- AMG 19in five spoke, triple-split alloys in good condition with light marks
- Fitted with matching Michelin tyres
- Black leather interior with silver stitching in good condition
- Light age to note to some switchgear and driver’s seat typical of mileage
- Fitted with aftermarket touch screen stereo and carbon fibre trim
- Features electric front seats with memory operation
- BOSE audio system fitted
The Mechanics
- M113K 5,439cc 500bhp supercharged AMG engine
- AMG Speedshift 5G-TRONIC automatic transmission
- AMG sports suspension
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