Highlights
- Impressively low 42,195 miles on the clock
- Comprehensive history and documentation
- Recently fitted with 4 new tyres
- Largely kept in dry storage during current ownership
- Advisory-free MOT until July 2025
The Appeal
The R129 was the first in a generation of new Mercs - and ironically the last in a line of old ones, too. Designed in 1984, it was a modernisation of the formula that made the R107 such a smashing success, packed with innovation and carrying the classic Merc over-engineering at its core.
The dated rear suspension was swapped out for a top-of-the-line multi-link, and the base spec was incredibly high, with electric features, a hydraulic roof and a hidden, automatically extending roll-over bar. Quite the seductive prospect in 1988, and it still felt bang up to date by the millennium. Nowadays, it's a modern classic with the best of them - and sailing proudly into evocative retro territory.
This fine example comes to us with an enviably low mileage of 42,195 miles, and is accompanied by an extensive paperwork file.
The History and Paperwork
- Registered in 2001
- In current ownership for around 4 years
- Full history and documentation available
- Approximately 42,195 miles from new
- Stored for 99% of the time, except for recent MOT runs
- Advisory-free MOT until July 2025
The Condition
- The vendor states the car is in very good condition with no dents or scuffs
- Alloys are not curbed and are original to the car
- Four new tyres fitted
- Underside is in good health with no significant corrosion
- Roof works well
- Interior presents well
- Original audio system present
- Woodwork has scratches but is complete
- Upholstery in good condition with no rips or tears
- Configurable as hard top, soft top, or soft top with roll bar
The Mechanics
- 3.2-litre M112 V6
- Five-speed automatic transmission
- Engine bay in good order
- No warning lights on the dashboard
- The vendor reports that the car starts on the first try and runs well
- We've no reports of any mechanical issues
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