The Mercedes SL has been with us since 1954, growing from strength to strength with each model produced; this fifth-generation R230 took the SL to new levels. Launched in 2001, the R230 design was much sleeker and smoother than its predecessor, and it also came with much more technology. The main addition was the removable hard top; gone are the days of taking an army of men to lift off the hardtop as soon as the sun broke through. Instead, now, at the touch of a button, the roof folds away in just a few seconds. That is just one of the advances; there is a whole host of others, from satellite navigation to the ABC (Active Body Control) suspension, which helps ensure the SL500 goes precisely where you point it.
This lovely 2003 SL500 comes with an extremely low 28,900 miles, which can be backed up with the online MOT history. The condition of the Tanzanite Blue Metallic paintwork is excellent for the age of the vehicle. Inside is full beige leather, again in good condition. Just four previous keepers have had the pleasure of this luxury grand tourer. Will you be the next?iOrcE4IQFtmYeTUSYDfYCMacdJrxDnZKloIkDTt7.jpg782.14 KB
THE HISTORY AND PAPERWORK
V5 is present
Registered 6th January 2003
MOT valid until 17th July 2024
Service book present
Full Mercedes service history carried out at mileage intervals
The last service carried out at 26,810 miles
Owner’s manuals present
Some previous invoices show servicing work and parts fitted
With the SL500, you get the best of both worlds; not only is it a fantastic grand tourer that can be used in all weathers, thanks to the fully removable, electric hardtop. That is topped off with the luxurious leather interior; the final thing is the performance. 5.0 litres of the finest under the tips of your toes is pure heaven when you get the SL500 on the open road with the roof down.
All this is rolled into a car with less than 30,000 miles on the clock and a full service history. Does it really get much better?
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