The R-Class was introduced in 2005 and was presented as a large MPV following on from the success of the smaller A-Class and B-Class MPVs. The R-Class was based on the platform shared by the M-Class and the GL-Class, available in two wheelbase lengths a standard and a longer version. 

The R320 which had the smaller and more economical 3.0L diesel V6 had around 221 bhp and 376 lb.ft of torque utilising the seven speed 7G-tronic automatic transmission. 

The Mercedes comes with a full suite of history documents with work receipts as well as the V5 and a full HPI certificate showing no issues with the mileage, no insurance claims or outstanding finance. The Mercedes also comes with 2 keys and a full Mercedes-Benz book pack. The car has had a Mercedes-Benz service history until October 2013 at 93,678 and has been fully serviced with stamped invoices to date. It was last serviced 06/10/2021 at 150, 639. The car has been with the current owner since 2018 and has only 2 previous keepers. 

The Mercedes has been well looked after during its life and as a result has had no expense spared on its upkeep and maintenance, below is a summary of the paperwork receipts and work done to the car in the last few years. 

The current MOT runs until 24/10/2022

The interior is very spacious with six seats with the front four being individual units with their own central armrest and the rear two being able to fold flat to give the Mercedes a huge amount of boot space. The front seats are electronically adjustable, and all are well equipped in the comfort department, with all being full seats, including the rears, all having proper headrests. 

The Mercedes has full climate control including AC and rear heater which is in good working order. Cruise control is installed on the car and the steering wheel is multi-functional with controls for various dashboard appliances. The headlights are automatic, as are the wipers and there is a Pioneer double din head unit fitted as an upgrade over the factory option with a DVD entertainment system in the rear and a front mounted camera. Inside the cabin, the Mercedes has the aluminium trim package with a CD changer in the glovebox, reading lights for passengers in the back and a tyre pressure monitor for the driver. 

The windows are privacy glass in the rear for VIP passengers. Lighting comes in the form of the Bi-Xenon active light system and the Mercedes affords ease of use with the ‘Easy-pack rear tailgate auto opening and closing system. Talking of the boot, there is plenty of space with the rear seats down or up and underneath the boot floor is a space saver spare wheel to get you home regardless. 

The obsidian black metallic paintwork is very nicely kept on this Mercedes, being one of the hardest colours to keep looking its best on cars shows how well this car has been cared for. The 19” alloy wheels are in very good condition, with little to no damage on them at all, they match the exterior paint work very well. The Mercedes is a vast car but has been kept in its best condition by the current owner as is shown in the gallery below. 

The car has electric and heated fold in mirrors, handy for some extra inches should you find yourself in a tight spot. The front and rear fog lights are a must for safety in low visibility conditions, as are the headlight washers built in. The Mercedes also has a rare factory fitted removable tow bar which is working perfectly and has been used reliably to tow things behind the car. The exterior of the Mercedes has kept its condition and looks from the early 2000’s and is certainly a rare sight on UK roads. 

The 3.0l diesel V6 is in fine condition, starting without hesitation and idling constantly without issue or unwanted noises. When driving the engine pulls consistently and reliably, whilst keeping noise intrusion to a minimum in the cabin. During the current owner’s time with the car, the Mercedes has been regularly and meticulously maintained and serviced so the engine is in as good a health as can be. 

The suspension and ride in the R-Class is as you’d expect from Mercedes, smooth and comfortable. There were no noises during the test drive and all components have plenty of life left in them. The twin, rear exit exhausts are quiet and considerate but also help to make the back end of the car more appealing than its handsome styling already achieves. 

The gearbox in the R-Class is the switchable sports, 4matic, 4-wheel drive version which also has paddle controls for the gearbox on the steering wheel. Mechanically, this car is as good as the exterior, a good sign to a prospective buyer. 

This R320 L Sport CDI A is a well-loved and well cared for vehicle only being parted with due to the need for increased pulling power for towing. Being quite a rare vehicle on UK roads this would make a perfect family vehicle or a flexible working car, considering how much space for either people or items it can carry. Considering it’s a Mercedes-Benz too it’s a safe bet for reliability and quality.