Highlights

Dutch-registered car from new
Highly specified from the factory with over €22,200 in additional options
RETAIL PRICE (ORIGINALLY NEW) over € 165,000 with these options in the Netherlands)
300bhp matching numbers 5.0-litre V8 engine
Attractive Tanzanite Blue Metallic over Exclusive Grey Leather
Well maintained with regular servicing
Comes with Mercedes-Benz datacard
Seller can assist with worldwide transport and shipping

The Appeal

Mercedes’ ‘Sport Leicht’ models have always made the business of munching many miles relaxing and easy. With the R230, for the first time that seriously applied whatever the weather, because it came with the firm’s clever folding ‘Vario Roof’ that turned the new SL into a hard top coupe or full convertible at the press of a discreet button.

Of the many engine options available, the 5L 300bhp SL500 is arguably the best real-world choice for those who want to use and enjoy their car. This smart 2002 R230 eschews the more common blacks and silvers in favour of an attractive Tanzanite Blue metallic matched to light grey leather with attractive veneer trim.

The car is in good order. It has always been Dutch registered we are told.

With this SL500, you get a seriously comfortable and relaxing grand tourer in which to explore Europe.

History and Paperwork

Dutch-market left-hand drive car, production year 2002
Dutch registration documents present
Mercedes-Benz datacard present
Owner's manual and service record in Dutch
Service history on file from 2004
Early servicing carried out at Mercedes-Benz dealers
Current odometer reading: 175,718 km
Seller can assist with worldwide transport and shipping
VIN: WDB2304751F012680

Mercedes-Benz datacard information:

Interior Exclusive Leather - Gray (508a)
Paint 1 Tanzanite Blue Metallic Finish (359u)
201b Owners Manual And Service Record - Dutch
219 Proximity-Controlled Cruise Control
220 Parktronic System (Pts)
220b Info Plate, Coolant - German
284 Selector Lever, Wood
289 Leather Steering Wheel With Trim Insert
352 Comand
401 Single Seats
404 Multi-Contour Seat, Front Left
405 Multi-Contour Seat, Front Right
423 5-Speed Automatic Transmission
475 Tire Pressure Control
481 Undershields
487 Abc Suspension (Active Body Control)
500 Electric Folding Outside Mirror
500a Exclusive Leather Trim
5xxl Europe
614 Bi-Xenon Headlamps For Right-Hand Traffic
673 High-Capacity Battery
731 Trim Pieces - Wood Burred Walnut Veneer
802 Aej 01/1/X
810 Premium Sound System
819 Cd Changer
852 Sensor System F. Antitheft Alarm System (Ata)
875 Heated Screen Wash System
882 Sensor System And Antitheft Alarm System
889 Keyless - Go
983 Coc Paper Euro 4 Technology W/O Reg. Cert. Part Ii
M113 V8-Gasoline Engine M113
M50 Displacement 5.0 Liter
N53 Control Code Bremen Plant
N78 Control Code Bremen Plant
U12 Floor Mats - Velour
U23 Rear Bag
U44 Luggage Net Set In Luggage Compartment (3-Piece)

Service history:

18-07-2023 – RDW inspection – 168,398 km:

Vehicle serviced
APK inspection (approved)

20-06-2022 – Automobielbedrijf Snijders & Zonen, Amsterdam – 155,598 km:

Vehicle serviced
APK inspection
Rear right tyre replaced
Both rear tyres replaced
Tie rod replaced
Driveshaft bearing replaced
Wheels balanced

24-06-2019 – Audi / VW specialist (Soest) – 138,030 km:

Vehicle serviced
Maintenance inspection
Oil service carried out

11-07-2008 – Mercedes-Benz dealer – approx. 58,000 km:

Vehicle serviced
Maintenance inspection (ASSYST)
Oil service carried out

30-01-2006 – Mercedes-Benz dealer – 41,773 km:

Vehicle serviced
Maintenance inspection (ASSYST)
Oil service carried out

11-06-2004 – Mercedes-Benz dealer – 26,452 km:

Vehicle serviced
Maintenance inspection (ASSYST)
Oil service carried out

The Condition

Attractive Tanzanite Blue Metallic (359U) over Exclusive Grey Leather (508A)
Electrically operated Vario retractable hardtop
Burr walnut wood trim throughout the interior
Multi-contour seats fitted to both front positions
Wood and leather steering wheel with matching wood selector lever
Five spoke alloy wheels in good general condition
Bi-Xenon headlights
Electrically folding exterior mirrors
Velour floor mats, luggage net set, and rear storage bag included

Exterior features:

Electrically operated retractable hardtop (Vario roof)
Halogen headlights
Fog lights
Heated exterior mirrors (electrically adjustable)
Body-colored bumpers and mirrors
Chrome exterior accents
Green-tinted heat-insulating glass
Interior (Standard)
Leather upholstery (standard grade)
Electrically adjustable seats (basic adjustment)
Multifunction leather steering wheel
Dual-zone automatic climate control
Automatic air recirculation
Centre armrest with storage
Cupholders
Illuminated vanity mirrors
Interior ambient lighting
Infotainment (Standard)
Audio system (radio + CD player)
Multi-function display in the instrument cluster
On-board computer
Central control system
Safety & Security
Front airbags (driver & passenger)
Side airbags
Head/thorax airbags
Roll-over protection system (automatic roll bars)
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Traction control (ASR)
Anti-theft alarm system (basic)
Immobilizer
Convenience
Central locking with remote control
Electric windows
Cruise control (standard, non-Distronic)
Power steering column adjustment
Electrically operated trunk release
Interior and exterior temperature display
Wind deflector (manual)
Additional Standard Details
Carpet floor covering
Standard interior trim (non-exclusive wood variants)
Tool kit and warning triangle
Tire repair kit

Driver Assistance / Safety

Distronic (Proximity-controlled cruise control, Code 219) – €2,200
Parktronic (front & rear sensors, Code 220) – €900
Tire pressure monitoring system (Code 475) – €500

Interior & Comfort

Exclusive leather interior (Code 500A / 508A) – €3,500
Multi-contour seats left & right (Codes 404 / 405) – €1,800
Wood/leather steering wheel (Code 289) – €600
Wood selector lever (Code 284) – €250
Burr walnut wood trim (Code 731) – €900

Infotainment & Audio

COMAND navigation system (Code 352) – €2,800
Premium sound system (Code 810) – €1,200
CD changer (Code 819) – €600

Exterior / Lighting

Bi-Xenon headlights (Code 614) – €1,000
Electrically folding mirrors (Code 500) – €400
Heated washer system (Code 875) – €200

Convenience & Security

Keyless-Go (Code 889) – €1,200
Anti-theft alarm system with sensors (Codes 852 / 882) – €500
High-capacity battery (Code 673) – €150

Miscellaneous

Velour floor mats (Code U12) – €150
Luggage net set (Code U44) – €150
Rear storage bag (Code U23) – €100

The Mechanics

5.0-litre (4,966cc) V8 M113 engine producing 306 HP and 460 Nm
5-speed automatic transmission (5G-Tronic)
Rear-wheel drive
Matching numbers engine
ABC (Active Body Control) hydraulic suspension with adaptive damping
Service history provided above

Mechanical specification:

5.0L V8 naturally aspirated engine (M113)
306 HP / 460 Nm
5-speed automatic transmission (5G-Tronic)
Rear-wheel drive
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Acceleration Slip Regulation (ASR)
Brake Assist (BAS)
Suspension & Driving Dynamics
ABC (Active Body Control) hydraulic suspension system
Adaptive damping system
Speed-sensitive power steering
Ventilated disc brakes (front and rear)

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