Highlights

USA title and Dutch Import documentation
All duties and VAT have been paid
Comes with window sticker ($84.445.-- original retail price) and Mercedes-Benz datacard
CLEAN CARFAX (31 entried) to confirm damage free history and mileage
Recently serviced (5 miles ago, right before export to the Netherlands)
Desirable and colour ‘C040 Black/Schwarz’ with black interior
Seller can assist with worldwide transport and shipping

Note: This car has been imported to the Netherlands from the USA. Check your local import rules to register it in your home country before bidding.

The Appeal

The Mercedes-Benz SL500 R129 represents one of the most accomplished luxury roadsters of its era, combining timeless styling with engineering and build quality. Introduced to replace the ageing but oh-so-iconic R107, the 129 became legendary for its electro-hydraulic roof mechanism and impressive cruising - not to mention an impressive interior.

This particular 2001 example stands out with its AMG styling package and complete AMG wheels, giving it a more aggressive stance than standard models. It's complete with original window sticker confirming its $84,445 retail price when new, a comprehensive Mercedes-Benz datacard detailing all factory specifications, and a clean Carfax report with 31 entries confirming its damage-free history and verifying the mileage. Having been recently serviced just before export to the Netherlands, the vendor tells us that this fine SL500 is ready and waiting to go.
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History and Paperwork

2001 model with USA title and European import documentation
Clean Carfax report with 31 entries confirming damage-free history and verifying the 83,405 mile odometer reading
Original window sticker showing $84,445 retail price
Mercedes-Benz datacard confirming factory specifications and options
All duties and VAT paid
Registered in the USA with Dutch import documentation
Local registration will be the responsibility of the buyer
VIN: WDBFA68F71F199001
Mileage: 083405 miles

Last service done before export:

08/15/2024 - 83,400 miles
Mercedes-Benz of Foothill Ranch
- Vehicle serviced
- Pre-delivery inspection completed
- Maintenance inspection completed
- Fluids checked
- Emissions inspection performed
- Tire condition and pressure checked

Mercedes-Benz datacard information:

Interior LEATHER NAPPA - GRAY (238A)
Paint 1 BLACK (040U)
Paint 2 BLACK (040O)

Code Description

200A LEATHER
231 GARAGE DOOR OPENER
241 FRONT SEAT LH ELECTRIC ADJUSTABLE WITH MEMORY
242 FRONT SEAT RH ELECTRIC ADJUSTABLE WITH MEMORY
249 AUTOMATICALLY DIPPING INSIDE REAR VIEW MIRROR
254 RADIO MB AUDIO 30 - USA
309 CUP HOLDER
349 PREP. FOR EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM
461 INSTRUMENT WITH MILES IND. AND ENGLISH LEGEND
472 ELECTRONIC STABILITY PROGRAM (ESP)
494 VERSION FOR USA
501 OUTSIDE REAR VIEW MIRROR, RIGHT, HEATED (R.H.D.)
524 PAINTWORK - PRESERVATION
551 ANTI-THEFT/ANTI-BREAK-IN WARNING SYSTEM
600 HEADLAMP WIPER/WASHER
634 DELETION - FIRST AID KIT
636 DELETION - WARNING TRIANGLE
668 MODE OF PACKING VE III WITH STYROPOR BUMPER RAILS
731 WOOD TRIM, BURRED WALNUT ROOT
740 BLACK SOFT TOP FABRIC 9001
772 AMG STYLING PACKAGE - FRONT SPOILER, SIDE SKIRTS AND REAR APRON
774 SHELL MODIFICATION FOR AMG-WHEELS
794 AMG COMPLETE WHEELS (4 PCS.): - 8.5 X 18 ET25 FR. AXLE 245/40, 9.5 X 18 ET23 REAR AXLE 275/35
801 CHANGE OF MODEL YEAR, THE LAST FIGURE SHOWING THE NEW MODEL YEAR
810 SOUND SYSTEM

Safety

Automatic pop-up rollbar
Electronic stability program (ESP)
Automatic slip control (ASR)
Babysmart automatic child seat recognition system
Adjustable seat-mounted 3-point front shoulder belts w/height adjustment & emergency tensioning retractors
Door mounted side airbags
Driver & front passenger front airbag supplemental restraint system
Brake assist system (applies full braking power automatically when needed)
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)

Interior

Dual illuminated visor vanity mirrors
Rearview mirror w/auto-dimming feature
Burl walnut wood interior trim on doors, dash, console, shiftgate
AM/FM/cellular antenna
Pre-wiring for CD changer & cellular phone
Bose sound system w/Acoustimass inc: antitheft-coded AM/FM stereo/weather band radio & auto reverse cassette player, auto speed-dependent volume adjustment, 6-speakers
Heated rear window
Automatic climate control inc: dust filter, residual-heat REST mode
Anti-theft alarm system w/starter interlock
Cruise control
Universal integrated garage door opener
Remote infrared locking system inc: doors, trunk release, 4 inside storage compartments, window closing
Remote illuminated entry
Power door locks
Power windows w/express-down control for each window & 1-touch up/down for both windows via soft-touch switch
Power tilt/telescoping steering column
Velour carpeting & floor mats
Adjustable front center armrest
Nappa leather seats, head restraints
10-way power front bucket seats with head restraints

Exterior

Eccentric-sweep intermittent windshield wiper w/heated washer
Windshield wiper parking position, rain sensor wiper activation
Auto dimming driver mirror
Dual heated power remote outside mirrors w/3-position memory
Red rear foglamp
Integrated front foglamps
Halogen headlamps & heated washing system w/wipers
Automatic pop-up padded rollbar
Automatic convertible soft top
Removable aluminum hard convertible top

Mechanical

21.1 gallon fuel tank
Brake assist system (applies full braking power automatically when needed)
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
4-wheel front ventilated/solid rear disc brakes
Power recirculating-ball steering w/damper
17” x 8.25” aluminum-alloy wheels
P245/45WR17 performance SBR tires
Front/rear coil springs, stabilizer bar, gas shock absorbers
Independent five-link rear suspension w/anti-lift/anti-squat geometry/alignment control
Independent front suspension w/damper struts, triangular lower control arms w/anti-dive geometry
Fully electronic ignition system w/knock sensor timing control
Rear wheel drive
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Automatic slip control (ASR)
5-speed electronically controlled automatic transmission including: “winter” mode, adaptive controls, OD
Variable length intake manifold
5.0L SOHC SMPI 24-valve aluminum-alloy V8 engine including: 2 ignition coils/spark plugs per cylinder

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