Service history with over 12 stamps plus two further stamps since 2024, supported by a binder of maintenance records
Lightly used and garage stored; declared off road each winter
Last five MOTs passed with no advisories; current MOT valid until March 2027
Recently serviced by a Mercedes-Benz specialist
The Appeal
The R230-generation Mercedes-Benz SL350 is an increasingly appealing entry point into open-top grand touring. Powered by the robust M112 V6, it offers a more usable and efficient alternative to the V8-powered SL500, without the complexity of the ABC active suspension system found on higher-spec models. With its folding vario roof and optional panoramic glass sunroof, it remains a versatile and elegant cruiser for both motorway miles and country roads.
This example wears the rare Jasper Blue Metallic finish and has been lightly used for at least the last eight to nine years. The vendor purchased the car in May 2023 and has continued a regime of careful stewardship, servicing annually at a Mercedes-Benz specialist, storing the car in a garage overnight, and declaring it off road each winter with the roof seals maintained using specialist protector oil. The service books contain over 12 stamps dating back to 2004, with two further stamps added since 2024, and a binder of previous maintenance records and MOT history accompanies the car. The last five MOTs have all been passed without advisories.
Mechanically, the car has benefited from an engine carbon clean, rebuilt front and rear brakes, replaced rocker cover gaskets, and checked coil packs. The alloy wheels have been refurbished, the headlights buffed to remove hazing, and the bodywork is reported to be in good condition and free from any significant corrosion, with no evidence of corrosion on the doors, bonnet, wings or wheel arches. Supplied with the original wallet and booklets, this SL350 presents a well-documented and carefully looked-after modern classic.image.png1.66 MB
Key Information
Mileage: 89,654 miles (supported by service records and MOT history)
Country of registration: United Kingdom
MOT status: valid until 12 March 2027
Technical specs: 3.7-litre naturally aspirated V6 (M112) producing 245 horsepower and 350 Nm of torque, five-speed automatic
Paperwork: original wallet and booklets, service books, binder of maintenance records and MOT history
Service books:
03/26 - 89,467 miles - Prestige Motorworks 03/24 - 87,786 miles - Prestige Motorworks 12/21 - 86,301 miles - Mercedes-Benz 07/20 - 83,827 miles - Ron Hodgson Specialist Cars 06/19 - 82,928 miles - Broadley & Holmes Independent Mercedes Specialists 01/16 - 68,853 miles - Mercedes-Benz of Portadown 01/15 - 66,802 miles - R.M. Auto Repair 09/12 - 58,956 miles - Mercedes-Benz of Portadown 01/11 - 48,027 miles - Mercedes-Benz of Portadown 10/09 - 43,810 miles - Kelso Car Sales 07/08 - 38,725 miles - Kelso Car Sales 01/07 - 35,102 miles - Isaac Agnew Mercedes-Benz 05/05 - 21,244 miles - Isaac Agnew Mercedes-Benz 05/04 - 11,250 miles - Isaac Agnew Mercedes-Benzimage.png3.65 MB
Electrically adjustable and heated front seats with three-position memory
Switchable Electronic Stability Programme (ESP)
Rear parking sensors
Dual-zone automatic climate control
Recently serviced at Prestige Motorworks, a Mercedes-Benz specialist
Front brake discs and pads replaced during March 2024 service with Prestige Motorworks
Rear brake overhaul completed in August 2023 at 87,461 miles by Prestige Motorworks, including discs, pads, backing plates and shoes; rocker cover gasket replaced and engine hydro-cleaned
Engine oil, oil filter, two brake discs and brake pads supplied by Dingbro in July 2022
Coil packs checked and replaced where needed, we are told
Gearbox oil reportedly serviced during previous ownership
Consumer and starter batteries said to have been replaced within the last three years
Alloy wheels noted to have been refurbished
A small plastic shielding flap is missing from the roof mechanism but is kept in the car and needs refitting
Roof rubber seals maintained with Mercedes specialist protector oil during winter
Glass sunroof reported free from scratches and cracks
Minor stone chips on the bonnet from motorway use
Interior reported in good condition for age; minor wear on driver's seat with a small pinhole in the leather seat base
The vendor states the passenger seat is in very good condition
Rear view mirror auto-dimming no longer works but functions as a standard mirror
Original floor mats present with minor wear
Spare tyre, warning triangle, fire extinguisher and first aid kit present
Trickle charge cable accessible through a flap in the rear bumper
Box of Mercedes-Benz Club magazines included with the car
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