Highlights
- 59,000 warranted km
- 5.5-litre V12 Bi-Turbo engine producing 500 bhp
- Comprehensive recent servicing, including new tyres and air conditioning compressor
- Already registered in France with Japanese origin
- Extensive luxury equipment, including Multicontour seats and ABC suspension
The Appeal
Mercedes-Benz first introduced a V12-engined SL for its R129 generation, and carried the 600 model over for the R230. It featured the formidable 5.5-litre twin-turbocharged V12 producing 500 bhp.
The R230 generation SL was revolutionary when introduced, featuring an electrohydraulic folding metal roof and advanced active suspension systems.
The R230 generation SL was revolutionary when introduced, featuring an electrohydraulic folding metal roof and advanced active suspension systems.
This 2003 SL600 stands out for its certified low mileage of just 59,000 km, its comprehensive recent maintenance, and its impressive specification, including the Active Body Control suspension. Originally from Japan but now registered in France, this V12 flagship model presents an opportunity to acquire a well-maintained example of Mercedes-Benz's ultimate convertible grand tourer.
History and Paperwork
- 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL600 of Japanese origin, now registered in France
- Certified mileage of 59,000 km with mileage logbook
- Complete with documentation, service book and two keys
- The serial numbers are reported as matching
- French buyers will receive a new French carte grise (registration document costs borne by buyer)
- Foreign buyers will receive the Japanese registration document
- Passed Contrôle Technique
The Condition
- Black bodywork appears in good condition for the car's age
- Black leather upholstery with minimal signs of wear overall
- Steering wheel and dashboard look to be in very good condition
- All on-board instrumentation and electrical equipment in normal working order, we are told
- Original rims in very good condition, recently fitted with new tyres
- Underbody photos available in the gallery
- Extensive luxury equipment including Parktronic parking sensors, Command system, and heated/multicontour seats
- Features Premium Sound System and CD changer
- Equipped with ABC (Active Body Control) suspension
- Includes Japan-specific features and full body cover
The Mechanics
- 5.5-litre V12 Bi-Turbo
- Five-speed auto
- Mechanical systems reported to be working normally
Recent comprehensive servicing including:
- Replacement of all four tyres
- Engine oil change with Motul 5W40 plus all filters
- Automatic transmission fluid and filter change
- Rear axle fluid change with Motul 75W90
- Brake fluid replacement with Motul RBF 600
- Spark plug replacement
- Air conditioning compressor replacement and recharge
- Coolant replacement
- Supercharger system coolant replacement
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