Highlights

Rare Malachite Green metallic with Fir Green leather interior and matching hard top
Fully documented service history from new with Mercedes-Benz main dealer stamps
Recently ceramic coated with professional dent removal and paint correction
Comprehensive Dinitrol rust-proofing treatment in 2023 with rebuilt jacking points
Comprehensive and positive SL Shop Health Check report in 2023
Desirable 5L 326bhp 32V V8 model
High specification car including heated front seats with memory operation

The Appeal

It is no surprise to discover that the current keeper of this R129 SL500 has completed numerous long road trips without fault. That’s exactly what these carefully engineered cars were built for, and 34 years after this one left the factory, it can still reliably deliver those experiences.

This car stands out from the crowd with its rare colour combination, high specification and extensive history file. It is finished in unusual Malachite Green metallic, believed by the vendor to be a special order colour, and there is a matching hard top. The interior is in Fir Green with matching carpets. The front seats feature heating and memory operation. As a top specification V8, it features Mercedes’ clever adaptive damping and self-levelling rear suspension.

The history file shows regular maintenance throughout the cars life. Recent highlights are shown in the photos and detailed below and include a visit to The SL Shop for a comprehensive Health Check. You can view the results in the photos. Other work has included attention to the brakes, professional welding to the underside and a full Dinitrol chassis treatment. The steering box was reconditioned in 2022.

The car comes to market requiring an MOT, but with no advisories on the last one and a few miles since, that has the makings of being straightforward.

The vendor says:

“The car has completed numerous long road trips without fault. It’s been utterly reliable, well-tempered, and a joy to drive. With ample V8 power, it pulls with real authority and cruises confidently.

“This is a rare opportunity to acquire a highly presentable, mechanically sorted, and cosmetically refined R129 with a unique specification. Its blend of special-order features, outstanding upkeep, and honest road-ready performance makes it an excellent collector’s piece or stylish classic GT.

“Ideal for an enthusiast looking for a turn-key R129 with character, documentation, and no deferred maintenance.”

History and Paperwork

First registered in the UK on 2nd April 1991
12 previous keepers
Current keeper since February 2023
Last MOT ran to July 2024 with no advisories and 144,825 miles on test
Stamped service book from delivery to 2008 with subsequent servicing in invoices
Serviced by Mercedes-Benz main dealer stamps for the majority of the vehicle's life
Service history documented from new to 144,000 miles
Original manuals and Mercedes-Benz datacard included with summary below
Recent work documented with invoices from SL Shop (April 2023) totalling £758.14
South West Rust Proofing invoice (June 2023) for £1,552.43
Steering Specialists Ltd paperwork
Additional cosmetic work: Paint correction, dent removal, ceramic coat (unitemised)
Total recent documented expenditure of £2,310.57 plus additional unitemised cosmetic work
V5C in the current keeper’s name

Recent Works (2022–2023):

SL Shop (April 2023):

Replaced all wheel bolts and locking nuts
Replaced OS steering ball joint
Boot grommets, bulbs, Level 4 valet, engine bay wax seal
Total: £758.14

South West Rust Proofing (June 2023):

Full Dinitrol underbody treatment
Welding and rust repair to front and rear jacking points
Total: £1,552.43

Steering Specialists Ltd (June 2022):

Full reconditioning of the steering box

Specification Highlights advised by seller:

Special Order Paintwork (Code 249)
Dark Green Full Leather Interior (Special Order)
Nickel Interior Finishing (Special Order)
Front Seats LH & RH Electric with Memory (SA Codes 241, 242)
ASR (Acceleration Skid Control – 471)
Automatic Climate Control (580)
Heated Rear Window with Green Tinted Glass (531)
Infrared Central Locking (880)
Anti-Theft Warning System (551)
Automatic Dimming Rear View Mirror (249)
Fire Extinguisher (682)

Included in Sale:

Full stamped service book
Original manuals and datacard
SL Shop and rust-proofing invoices
MOT certificate
Steering box warranty paperwork

The Condition

Malachite Green metallic paintwork (code 249) with matching hard top
Paintwork has been fully paint-corrected, polished and ceramic-coated
Professional dent removal carried out across the entire bodywork
Paint appears free from notable defects throughout with a deep shine
Chassis has received professional Dinitrol rust-proofing treatment in 2023
Both front jacking points, a known weak point on R129s, have been fully rebuilt and treated
Polished factory standard alloys in good order with matching Continental tyres fitted
Original factory dark brown roof replaced with fetching green fabric roof during car’s life
Roof is in good working order and condition as shown
Hardtop also presents well as can be checked in photos
Special order dark Fir Green leather interior presents in very good order
Some light wear to driver’s seat bolster to note as shown
Leather wheel and console veneers show light age in photos
Specification includes heated electric front seats with memory function to both sides
Sun visor vanity mirror is broken as shown
Green carpets in good order with Mercedes over mats as shown
Interior features matching trim and special order nickel detailing
Boot grommets and bulbs replaced during recent servicing
Level 4 valet and engine bay wax seal carried out by SL Shop in April 2023
New wheel bolts and locking nuts fitted by SL Shop in 2023
Fitted with aftermarket JVC Bluetooth stereo as shown

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The Mechanics

4,973cc 32V M119 V8 326bhp engine
4spd 4G-TRONIC Automatic transmission
Engine code 119960 22 016404 with reported links to Sauber Le Mans development
Engine runs smoothly with clear oil, strong pull, and no hesitation WE ARE TOLD
Mileage stands at approximately 148,000 miles which can be checked in photos
Factory fitted with adaptive damping and self levelling rear suspension
Steering box professionally reconditioned in June 2022
OS steering ball joint replaced in April 2023
Factory specification includes ASR (Acceleration Skid Control)
The vendor reports the car has completed numerous long road trips without fault
No advisories on last MOT in June 2023

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