Highlights
- Very rare luxury Mercedes R230 rival
- Based on the the C6 Corvette Y platform
- Black metallic with grey leather and extensive wood trim
- UK registered since 2006 with only four keepers
- Only 12,999 miles from new, supported by MOT records
- The registration number is available via separate negotiation
The Appeal
Developed during Cadillac’s ‘edge’ design period under the tutelage of GM’s famed designer Wayne Cherry, the XLR used the C6 Corvette’s agile Y platform but aimed for something altogether more grand touring and luxury. Beneath the bonnet was the firm’s Northstar V8 in naturally aspirated or supercharged form.
This very low mileage 2005 car was first UK registered in 2006. It has had just four keepers since, the current one since 2019. The black metallic paintwork and full grey leather cabin, with its extensive wood trim, are in fine order. The car is fitted with eye-catching polished TSW alloys that dial up the drama.
The MOT history indicates that it has covered just 12,999 miles from new, which is supported by MOT records. The current test runs to September 2026 with no advisories.
Equipped with the same clever folding hard top of the R230 Mercedes, this very tidy, 320bhp rocketship would make a great European road trip companion.
History and Paperwork
- First registered 2005
- First UK registered January 2006
- Four registered keepers
- Current keeper since April 2019
- MOT valid to 20th September 2026 with no advisories
- MOT history supports the low mileage (not verified)
- Showing 12,978 miles on last MOT
- 12,999 miles from new
The Condition
- Well kept black metallic paintwork presents well in photos
- Paint supports the sense of a low mileage car although this is not verified
- Exterior fitting including lights in good order with clear lenses
- Fitted with polished multispoke TSW alloys which are in good condition
- Matching quality goodyear Eagle F1 tyres fitted
- Underside as shown with no structural advisories on MOT
- Luxury interior with full grey leather in very good condition
- High traffic cabin areas such as driver’s bolster show few signs of wear
- Extensive light wood veneers in very good order
- Slight damage to note to veneer trim on driver’s door
- Fitted with Alpine touch screen infotainment with navigation function
- Folding hard top roof in good working order as shown
- Some light age to note to sill trims
- High specification including electric seats and Bose speakers
The Mechanics
- 4,565cc 320bhp ‘Northstar’ V8 engine
- 5spd 5L50E automatic gearbox with some sequential functionality
- RWD layout
- No advisories on MOT
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