Description
1993 Mercedes-Benz (R129) 300SL-24 Aut
Stunning 744 Brilliant Silver - Immaculate Grey Leather Interior
71, 900 Miles - FSH (27 Stamps) - Just 3 Previous Owners - Beautiful Example
Last of The Superior Early Cars - Not Affected By Wiring Loom Issues
One of The Best Examples Available - Incredible Provenance
THE CAR
Date of Registration: 2nd August 1993
VRM: L112 DKH
MOT Expiry: 12 Months MOT on Purchase
Mileage: 71, 900 Miles
Service History: FSH (27 Stamps)
Last Service: 71, 578 Miles
Previous Keepers on V5:3 (All Documented)
HPI Status: 100% Clear
Keys: All Five Original Keys in Rare Mercedes Presentation Box (see pics on my website)
FEATURES
Driver & Passenger Airbag
Grey Leather Interior
Electrically Adjusting Driver & Passenger Seat
Cruise Control
Air Conditioning
Outside Temperature Gauge
Front Armrests
Optional Rear Headrests wih 3-Point Seatbelts
Electric Windows
Electric Hood
Remote Central Locking
Alarm/ Immobilisor
Power Steering
Electric/ Heated Mirrors
Load Adjustable Headlamps
Headlamp Wash/ Wipe
Front Fog Lamps
Illuminating Vanity Mirrors in Sunvisors
Original Sony Tape/ Tuner with 6CD Changer
Electric Aerial
Factory Tinted Glass with Gradient Band Windscreen
MB 8-Alloy Wheels with Matching Dunlop Tyres
Genuine MB Overmats
Tracker - Will need Subscription
SUMMARY
This is a truly exceptional example. and one of the very last of the (I think) superior built early cars, and one that doesn't suffer with the infamous biodegradalble engine/ Throttle Body wiring associated with the post '93 cars. Supplied new by H L Gorner of Ashton-in-Makerfield, and later sold in 1995 by Mill Garages of Sunderland (the advert from the Daily Telegraph is still in the history file!) for the not so nsignificent sum of £42, 321, this car has spent the vast majority of its life in the milder climes of the Esher area of Surrey.
Now for sale on behalf of an elderly local gentleman, and Mercedes Club memeber, who bought the car from the highly respected Philip Welch Specialist Cars in 2016, this wonderful R129 SL comes complete with incredible provenance and history demonstrating the high esteem it has been held in by its three previous owners. I absolutely love driving this car, and reminds me of how an R129 SL should feel on the road; I was lucky enough to drive a new R129 back in the mid 90's as my boss at the time had one back then.
Provenance and history are just second to none and along with the service booklet which contains 25 stamps, there's a large "door step" size A4 ring binder containing extensive paperwork to further support those stamps. The car also comes with the very, very rare MB key presentation box that contains ALL five original keys. In the 15+ years I've been involved with Classic Mercedes cars, this is the first one I've ever seen one of these, as most obviously go missing, along with some of those keys.
So in summary, there's no need here to rattle on in detail about various faults and blemishes, this is one of the very best out there, and there's very little, if anything, that even the most discerning buyer could fault it on.
THE MTSV DIFFERENCE
Unlike some, I don't just simply go out, buy any old car, give it a good clean, then advertise it for more than the purchase price, disregarding any issues the car may have in the hope the new buyer won’t notice…I just couldn’t do that. The cars I source are carefully selected and I work very hard so that when my cars leave me, I have the satisfaction of knowing they are as good as they possibly can be within the constraints I have. As such I have many repeat customers and new customers that have been recommended via word of mouth…the ultimate accolade for anyone in business. To read more, see my website at - details above
MTSV CLASSIC MERCEDES
MTSV (an abbreviation for Mark Taylor Specialist Vehicles) was born out an incurable and lifelong obsession for anything with four wheels on it, especially those carrying the legendary Three Pointed Star. Established by me, Mark Taylor in November 2005 when the Classic Car market was in its infancy and long before “everyman and his dog” had jumped on the Classic Car bandwagon. Specialising in Classic Mercedes from the late 1970’s, through to the 2000’s, I also frequently have the odd foray into other quality classics and sometimes even modern cars, however the qualification is always that it has to be interesting, and/ or just a little different; my theory, which has served me well so far, is that if I like it, someone else probably will!
My main specialisation is the legendary Mercedes W201 190 and Mercedes W124; I firmly believe these models were about as good as cars got in terms of sheer, teutonic quality, and believe them to be the best cars Mercedes have ever made. I’ve built up a substantial knowledge of both the W201 190 & W124 over many years, which I’m always happy to share, and have recently contributed to a W201 buying guide written by Julian Parish. I also have extensive experience of the most of the Mercedes models within my “band of interest” namely the W116, W123, W202 & W203 C-Class, W208 & W209 CLK, W210 & W211 E-Class, W126 & W140 S-Class, R170 & R171 SLK and the R129 SL-Class. Obviously as time goes on later models are coming onto my radar too.
MTSV has always, and will always focus on quality rather than quantity, and in doing so has earned, and continues to maintain an enviable reputation among its many customers both in the UK and abroad, many who are now three, four and even five times repeat customers, some of which have become good friends too. I’m also listed in the Mercedes Club Directory as a recommended business and I’ve also had several of my rarer cars featured in the motoring press too.
THE MTSV DIFFERENCE
Unlike some, I don’t just simply go out, buy any old car, give it a good clean, then advertise it for more than the purchase price, disregarding any issues the car may have in the hope the new buyer won’t notice…I just couldn’t do that. The cars I source are carefully selected and I work very hard so that when my cars leave me, I have the satisfaction of knowing they are as good as they possibly can be within the constraints I have. As such I have many repeat customers and new customers that have been recommended via word of mouth…the ultimate accolade for anyone in business.
Any other questions, please feel free to contact me via the details on my website. I'm a firstly and foremostly a true car enthusiast of many, many years, and a Mercedes Club Member, so it's a pleasure to meet and speak to like-minded people.
Finally, I'm situated in Keighley, West Yorkshire (Postal Code Area BD21) which is approximately 11 miles from Skipton, and 20 miles West of Leeds.
Thanks for reading my advert!
Mark.
MTSV Classic Mercedes.
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COVID -19 (Corona Virus) Outbreak - Update
In line with Government requirements, as of 01/ 06/ 2020 MTSV will be re-opening to visitors, however all all the relevant social distancing measures will be observed in accordance with Government guidelines. As always, but much more importantly now, viewing will be by appointment only.
For those who are still required to self isolate, or who are not yet comfortable in venturing out yet, I remain more than happy to use technology to provide more pictures, videos, detailed descriptions etc. and if you are comfortable in purchasing without the need for physical inspection, I will either store the vehicle free of charge or have the vehicle delivered to you at a reduced cost.
