Highlights
- Comprehensive maintenance history with recent major service
- Comes with original window sticker
- Clean Carfax report confirming damage-free history
- All import duties and VAT paid with Dutch import documentation
- Seller can assist with worldwide transport and shipping
The Appeal
The R129 Mercedes-Benz SL is widely regarded as one of the most robust and well-engineered convertibles of its era, representing the pinnacle of 1990s German engineering and design. The SL500 variant, with its smooth and powerful V8 engine, is particularly sought after for its balance of performance and luxury. This 1998 example, finished in elegant Tourmaline Green Metallic, comes from the final model year of R129 production, featuring all the refinements and improvements Mercedes-Benz made throughout the model's lifecycle.
This particular SL500 stands out for its thorough maintenance history, with comprehensive servicing records and a clean Carfax report confirming its damage-free past. Originally a US-market car, it has been properly imported to Europe with all duties and VAT paid, making it a good opportunity for European buyers. The car comes complete with its original window sticker and Mercedes-Benz datacard, documenting its factory specification including Bose sound system, heated seats, and both soft and hard tops.
History and Paperwork
- VIN: WDBFA67F2WF168649
- Originally sold in the USA and now with Dutch import documentation
- Complete with USA Title and all European import paperwork
- All import duties and VAT have been paid
- Comprehensive service history with recent maintenance
- Clean Carfax report confirming damage-free history
- 100,886 warranted miles
- Most recent service performed in October 2024 at 99,611 miles, including fuel filter replacement, ignition coil replacement, oil change, and spark plug replacement
- Previous service in July 2023 at 96,023 miles included drive belt replacement, emissions system service, front strut bearing replacement, and serpentine belt replacement
- Passed emissions inspection in April 2023 and April 2024
- A/C system serviced in July 2022
- Comes with original window sticker and Mercedes-Benz datacard
- Road registration in Europe is the responsibility of the buyer
Service History (last +/- 5000 miles)
10/28/2024 – 99,611 miles
G & G Autohaus – Las Vegas, NV
- Vehicle serviced
- Fuel filter replaced
- Ignition coil(s) replaced
- Oil and filter changed
- Safety inspection performed
- Spark plug(s) replaced
- Tire condition and pressure checked
- Vehicle washed/detailed
04/13/2024 – 98,169 miles
Nevada Inspection Station – Las Vegas, NV
- Passed emissions inspection
07/08/2023 – 96,023 miles
G & G Autohaus – Las Vegas, NV
- Vehicle serviced
- Drive belt(s) replaced
- Emissions system serviced
- Front strut bearing(s) replaced
- Oil and filter changed
- Serpentine belt replaced
- Spark plug(s) replaced
- Strut mount(s) replaced
- Wiper(s) replaced
04/17/2023 – 95,654 miles
Nevada Inspection Station – Las Vegas, NV
- Passed emissions inspection
07/18/2022 – 95,479 miles
G & G Autohaus – Las Vegas, NV
- Vehicle serviced
- A/C system serviced
05/02/2022 – 94,973 miles
Nevada Inspection Station – Las Vegas, NV
- Passed emissions inspection
04/06/2022 – 94,781 miles
Brake Masters #210 – Las Vegas, NV
- Vehicle serviced
- Maintenance inspection completed
- Headlight bulb(s) replaced
The Condition
- Finished in Tourmaline Green Metallic (code 269U) paintwork that presents well
- Both the removable aluminium hardtop and automatic convertible soft top are present
- Leather upholstery shows appropriate patina for its age
- Burl walnut interior trim in good condition
- Dashboard and controls appear to be in good working order
- Equipped with Bose sound system with a cassette player
- Features automatic climate control with a dust filter
- 16-inch aluminium-alloy wheels appear in good condition
- Fitted with P225/55ZR16 tyres
- Equipped with both front and rear foglamps
- Features a removable wind deflector
The Mechanics
- 5.0-litre (4,973cc) V8 engine producing 322 hp
- Five-speed electronically controlled automatic transmission
- Rear-wheel drive configuration
- Odometer currently shows 100,886 miles
- Equipped with automatic slip control
- Features anti-lock brake system (ABS) with brake assist
- Independent front suspension with damper struts
- Fully independent five-link rear suspension
- Power-assisted recirculating-ball steering
- Four-wheel power disc brakes
- Variable intake valve timing
- 21.1-gallon fuel tank capacity
- Recently serviced with new spark plugs, ignition coils and fuel filter
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