Highlights

5.5 litre V12 Bi-Turbo with 493hp Good history and Service Book

The Appeal

The Mercedes SL traces its roots back to 1954, with nearly every model being an icon of its time. Think of the 300SL/SLR and 190SL series of the 1950s and 60s, the gorgeous Pagoda roof examples from the 1960s, the R107 series from the Dallas era 1970s and 80s, even the R129 series from the 1990s. All have attained truly iconic status, and we think the W203 series is equally destined for greatness.

The pick of the pack has to be the 600SL with the twin turbo V12 from the S-Class. Is this the ultimate convertible? Folding hardtop, V12 power, gorgeous looks and Mercedes prestige. It doesn’t get better!

History and Paperwork

Duplicate Service Book with 7 stamps
History folder with invoices
MoT to July 2026
Original Mercedes Data Sheet
Documented history from new we are told
Initially registered as a Mercedes Benz demonstrator
Sold by Mercedes-Benz, Norwich
Previously registered as XYC1 and 4CJE, and recently R11PBP
First keeper a company in Garboldisham
Second company keeper in 2010 in Newmarket
Then re-registered to one of the Directors
5th registered keeper purchased in 2020, at 62,952 miles, and added a mere 527 miles
Current keeper since April 2022 at approx 63,500 miles
£2,280 invoice for suspension work and Service in 2020
£691 Service in March 2021 Service
Oil and filter change in March 2022 at 63,431 miles
£5,475 spent with Mercedes in Slough in Sep 2023 to replace ignition coils and ancillary work
New starter battery fitted Nov 2025

The Condition

Light grey leather seats and trim
Burred Walnut centre console, door inserts and steering wheel
Glass Variomatic folding hardtop
Light grey carpets with black SL floor mats
CD Changer with TV/Tuner
Attractive and immaculate Teal Blue Metallic paint
Vendor describes paintwork as in "excellent condition"
18 inch five spoke Mercedes alloys with no damage according to seller
Pirelli tyres with light wear
Attractive and immaculate Teal Blue Metallic paint in excellent condition
18 inch five spoke Mercedes alloys with no damage
Pirelli tyres with light wear
The badges are all correct and intact with no evidence of any damage to the bodywork we are told

The vendor says:

"The SL interior is in excellent overall condition with no areas that show significant wear. The grey leather seats are supremely comfortable, and are electrically adjustable and have minor creasing from use but no damage. The light grey carpets are clean and protected by SL branded floor mats. The folding roof mechanism operates perfectly, stowing neatly in the boot whilst still retaining a good amount of luggage space. The boot area is clean and looks virtually unused with no marks on the carpet. "The paintwork on this car is a particularly attractive shade of blue called Teal Metallic which suits the sleek profile of the car. With barely a stone chip to be found you wouldn’t guess that the SL has covered 66,000 miles. Like the interior the outside is in excellent condition with no chips, and the badges are all correct and intact."

The Exterior

M275 5.5 litre V12 Bi-Turbo
5 speed Automatic gearbox
As immaculate under the bonnet as the day it was delivered according to seller

Despite spending a substantial amount keeping it in top condition, and having driven it sparingly over the past three years, an imminent move to Scotland means that there will be no garage space available we are told.

Describing the performance as “spectacular” the seller used the SL as a weekend car and loves the elegant class that it exudes – a true Grand Tourer. With a recent service, and a MoT valid until July 2026, the vendor states that there will be many miles of happy motoring ahead for the lucky winning bidder.

The Mechanics

M275 5.5 litre V12 Bi-Turbo
5 speed Automatic gearbox
As immaculate under the bonnet as the day it was delivered according to seller

The seller tells us that despite spending a substantial amount keeping it in top condition, and having driven it sparingly over the past three years, an imminent move to Scotland means that there will be no garage space available. Describing the performance as “spectacular” they have used the SL as a weekend car and love the elegant class that it exudes – a true Grand Tourer.

With a recent service, and a MoT valid until July 2026, the vendor states that there there will be miles of happy motoring ahead for the lucky winning bidder.

Summary

If only we had the money! A truly spectacular Mercedes that has to be the ultimate convertible coupe.

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