Highlights

Excellent condition, both inside & out
Well-maintained example, ready to be enjoyed
A superb choice for the upcoming summer
Long MOT until March 2024
Private plate included

The Appeal

The R320 generation of SL vehicles displays some of Mercedes-Benz’s finest work yet, offering sleek styling, luxurious touches, advanced technology, and a huge array of configurations.

Presented here today is, of course, an SL500, which proudly sits towards the higher end of the SL model range, boasting a 5L V8 under the bonnet and plenty of technology to enjoy. Thanks to its impressive drivetrain, sporty handling, modern comforts, and luxurious touches, the SL500 now represents excellent value for money, all under the quality Mercedes-Benz badge.

In addition to offering considerable “bang for the buck” in terms of specification and features, this SL500 also deserves praise for its exterior & interior condition, both of which reflect plenty of care across the years. There are also the likes of rather low mileage, excellent history, and plenty of MOT to enjoy, setting this brilliant example apart from the crowd.

The History and Paperwork

7 former keepers
Just 71K on the clock
Features a rather fitting “S500” registration which is staying with the car
Includes the original Mercedes-Benz booklet pack and wallet
V5C document present
Great service history, original service book with seven services stamped and a considerably sized folder of invoices
Plenty of key maintenance, both main dealer & independent
Well optioned car - with original Mercedes Benz build sheet - including Sat Nav , entertainment, original first aid kit
MOT until 6 March 2024

The Interior

Black leather upholstery, with Anthracite details and Walnut Burr
Climate control leather seats, (heated and cooled) with electronic multi adjustment and memory
Premium Bose sound system, and CD changer
Multi-function leather and wood steering wheel
The interior of this SL500 presents itself in fantastic overall condition and reflects plenty of care. Despite its age, the cabin shows only light blemishes and minimal signs of wear, most of which are found on the driver’s seat as you would expect.

The Exterior

Brilliant Silver metallic paintwork, presented in excellent condition with plenty of shine and only the slightest of age-related blemishes and marks, as pictured.
18” 5-spoke alloy wheels, offering brilliant finishes all-around, with no concerning marks. The wheels come wrapped in Bridgestone Potenza tyres, with plenty of tread left to enjoy
Exterior badging, and trim components also present themselves very well for the vehicle’s age and leave little to be further desired
Much like the interior, the exterior of this gorgeous SL500 reflects plenty of care and stands in impressive condition for its age, possibly even befitting that of an even lower-mileage example.

The Mechanics

5L V8, paired with a 7-speed automatic transmission
Active Body Control suspension
Electronically retractable hardtop roof
Runs & drives beautifully, with no known mechanical, or electrical issues
Well-maintained example, with plenty of history and invoices to show. As pictured, the most notable of which, support the following work:
- Fitted with a new power steering pump in September 2014
- ABS repair, service, and transmission fluid in June 2019
- Active Body Control overhaul & repair, in July 2019
- Fitted with a new battery in July 2022
- Comprehensive transmission repair, in November 2022
Ready to be enjoyed, with MOT until March 2024

Summary

Reflecting plenty of care throughout its life, this SL500 now offers its next lucky owner a superb balance of impressive performance, gorgeous styling, and a vast array of modern touches. This example has also been very well maintained, with key invoices noting the likes of all-important transmission and ABC suspension work, ensuring stress-free miles for the next keeper.

If you’re in the market for a truly comfortable, sporty daily driver, or fancy securing a sleek grand tourer for the upcoming summer, look no further than this beautiful Mercedes-Benz SL500.

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