Highlights
- Right-hand drive example
- Relatively low mileage of 72,334 miles
- Comprehensive service history
- Recently passed MoT, valid until December 2025
- Only three registered keepers from new
The Appeal
The interesting thing about Mercedes-Benz' SL class is that it's effectively free of competition. The "Sport-Leicht" class really is more of a Grand Tourer class than a sports car, but it can't be denied that they're fast on their feet and take the roadster formula about as far as it can go. There really hasn't been a failure in this line, and one of the biggest successes of all has to be this - the R129.
Refined engines, a comfort-laden cabin and a soft suspension all come together to make these roadsters a relaxed, comfortable ride that's perfect for going long distance is style. The R129 is still being picked up by generations of enthusiast, who seem practically unanimous as to the car's usable, rock-solid nature.
This '91 car is a great ambassador. It's only run 72,334 miles from new, and comes with a full service history. If you fancy a try at touring with one of Bremen's finest, this is a super pick.
The History and Paperwork
- Registered on 05/09/1991
- Three registered keepers from new
- In current ownership since January 2023
- MOT valid until December 2025
Complete with:
- V5c document
- Service record book
- Manuals and handbooks
- A collection of invoices
- Latest MOT certificate
The Condition
- Bodywork is reported to be tidy with some minor blemishes
- We can't spot any significant areas of corrosion
- One area of repair noted towards the car's front, the vendor notes this is 'quite visible' in the right light
- Silver paintwork presents well for its age with some light wear and tear
- Small ding to the rear bumper
- Wheels and tyres appear in good condition
- Underside is solid, with some occasional areas of surface corrosion
- Hard top in good order
- Soft top operates smoothly and efficiently
- Rear plastic screen has a tape repair due to a split
- Interior is clean with a couple of seat blemishes noted
- These are largely just nicks to the fabric - no sign of any significant rips or tears
- Headlining has been recently replaced
- Dashboard is clean and well-kept
- Some gentle marks and wear to the veneers, but nothing overly significant
- All instruments are clear and legible
The Mechanics
- 3.0-litre 6-cylinder engine
- Automatic transmission with 4 gears
- Engine bay is in good order
- We've no reports of any mechanical issues
- The vendor notes that the car has been on long journeys without fault
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