Highlights
- Single ownership from new
- Garaged throughout its life
- Complete service history available
- Only 49,989 miles from new
- Desirable specification including Parktronic and Bose sound system
The Appeal
The R230 was quite the achievement in its day. With its futuristic folding hardtop, impressive swathe of engines and ritzy cabin, it marked a new age of modernist-Mercs that aimed at proving the marque's abilities for a new generation of motorist. It was an unfettered success, too - and nowadays, has aged into a truly elegant, remarkable tourer - still highly desirable and highly capable.
The R230 is capable of really swallowing up miles, too, so one that's not yet hit 100,000 miles is a very desirable thing, especially if services have been kept up with and the car has been properly pampered. That's why we're expecting this intensely handsome example to garner plenty of interest.
Kept garaged by its sole owner, this handsome car has only been taken out sporadically, leading to only 49,989 miles on the clock. It's accompanied by a comprehensive service history, and, by all accounts, is ready and waiting to go with its lucky new buyer. It's not often we see an example like this one!
The R230 is capable of really swallowing up miles, too, so one that's not yet hit 100,000 miles is a very desirable thing, especially if services have been kept up with and the car has been properly pampered. That's why we're expecting this intensely handsome example to garner plenty of interest.
Kept garaged by its sole owner, this handsome car has only been taken out sporadically, leading to only 49,989 miles on the clock. It's accompanied by a comprehensive service history, and, by all accounts, is ready and waiting to go with its lucky new buyer. It's not often we see an example like this one!
History and Paperwork
- First registered in October 2002
- Has remained with the same owner since new
- Used as a second car for leisure driving
- Indicates only 49,989 miles from new
- MOT valid until November 2025
- Complete service history available
- No accident history reported
The Condition
- Presents in good condition overall
- Very minor scratches noted on front and rear bumpers
- No sign of any dents or dings
- Glasswork and lenses in good order
- Original alloys in good order
- Roof is lifting correctly
- Underside is solid with only minor signs of wear
- Grey leather upholstery appears in smart condition
- Carpets in good condition
- Features notable extras including Parktronic and Bose sound system
- All instruments reported to be in working order
- Dashboard is handsome and well-presented
The Mechanics
- 5.0-litre M113 V8 engine
- 5-speed 5G-Tronic automatic
- Engine bay looks in good order
- We've no reports of any mechanical issues
- Minor oil leak, commensurate with age
- Reported to run well - we understand that the car is ready and waiting to go
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