For Sale. 2001 Mercedes 320SL, R129. Possibly one of the latest registered R129 in the UK. Full late model UK specification in a colour unusual for an SL, more commonly seen on CL or CLK – which is Chalcedon/ Quartz Blue (MB colour code 347). Interior is grey leather (Code 238). Electrically adjustable/ heated front seats, electric steering column, glass panoramic roof with sun shades and winch lifting frame, blue electric soft top with grey headlining, Xenon headlights, electric folding mirrors, MB mudflaps, fully functioning A/ C, 17” alloys with Michelin Primary HP tyres. Factory fitted rear seats.
Work carried out within the last 200 miles; new front wishbones, shock absorbers, top mounts, anti-roll bar, gearbox service, new front brake discs/ pads, rear brake flexi hoses. The car also has had a complete respray, replacement front wings with original MB panels at a cost of over £3000 (Photos available if required). It has been ceramic coated, new battery, oil/ fuel filters changed + plugs/ leads & coils replaced. (Requirement of Mercedes “B” Servicing.
Currently there is a flip out screen unit installed, sat nav, Bluetooth, phone connection and media player with reversing camera. I have the original MB Audio 30 single CD/ Rdio player although the CD is inoperable. New grey ribbed over mats have been recently fitted. Also a modern AMG front grille is fitted. Original available. The previous owner also fitted front daytime running lights with sweeping indicators. Not to the liking of the last MOT tester who raised an advisory for slow cancellation!! Original bezels available.
Wind deflector, jack, MB tool roll, handbooks, manuals and service docs are present. Two remote keys and the important black and red alarm/ immobiliser fobs
Last A/ B service and MOT 22/ 05/ 23. As mentioned two advisories; front led indictors slow to switch off!! Brake Pipes covered in “Grease or other material” Cleaned again and protective coating applied.
More information/ pictures available if required.
PS. MOT expires 24/ 06/ 24. My intention is, at point of sale, is to release vehicle with a new MOT and servicing.
I've own a few R129's but this one stands out on condition and the previous owners attention to details. The colour is unique and the high finish of paint work.
