Highlights
- Late-production example from the final years of the R129 generation
- Matching numbers confirmed
- Repainted and mechanically recommissioned since import from the United States
- Accompanied by Polish registration documents, invoices and a valid roadworthiness inspection until November 2026
The Appeal
The R129 is widely regarded as one of the finest luxury roadsters of the 1990s, blending Bruno Sacco's timeless design language with V8 performance - a true tourer in every sense of the word. For many, it remains one of the last bastions of true Mercedes-Benz quality.
This 1998 example is a late-production car, built during the final years of R129 manufacture. Originally delivered to the United States, it was subsequently imported to Poland, where it has undergone a programme of cosmetic and mechanical recommissioning. This fine car is now accompanied by Polish registration documents, invoices for work carried out, and a valid roadworthiness inspection. It represents an appealing opportunity to acquire a well-sorted R129 SL 500.
Key Information
- Mileage: 91,600 miles (unverified)
- Country of registration: Poland
- Technical inspection status: valid until 1 November 2026
- Technical specs: 4,966 cc V8 petrol, 4-speed automatic transmission
- Paperwork: Polish registration documents, invoices and records for servicing work carried out
- The seller is able to offer a safe and reasonably priced transport all over Europe (e.g. France starting from 1000 € depending on the location)
The Detail
- Full exterior repaint completed since import to Europe
- The vendor states the bodywork presents well with no notable scratches, stone chips or corrosion
- Alloy wheels presenting well
- Soft top mechanism serviced and reported to be fully operational and weather-tight
- Electrical functions including windows, mirrors, climate control, radio, instruments and lighting are reported to work correctly
- Interior leather upholstery in good condition with light patina on the driver's seat
- Dashboard, door cards and trim panels present tidily
- Wood veneer surfaces retain a pleasing shine
- Headlights, indicators and rear lamps clear and free from cracks or heavy fading
- The vendor reports that the automatic transmission shifts smoothly
- Light oil misting noted, believed to be from the rocker cover area
- Suspension reported to be composed and quiet
- Brakes reported to operate effectively
- Fresh oil service carried out prior to sale
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