Highlights

Low mileage of under 40,000 miles
Highly rated 500bhp grand tourer
Two registered keepers from new
Well-maintained with invoices and handwritten maintenance records retained
Always garaged, we are told
Classic silver metallic with vibrant red leather interior
Full service completed in April 2026
MOT valid to May 2027

The Appeal

Most 500bhp grand tourers tend to come with a proviso that if you’re planning a long trip, you might want to take a mechanic with you. Not so Mercedes’ meticulously engineered R230 SL55, which is as reassuringly dependable as it is brutally quick.

With under 40,000 miles amassed by its duo of keepers, this is a very smart and well kept silver Sl55. It pairs the classic paintwork with a vibrant red leather cabin, both of which show few indications of the car’s age or paltry mileage. We’re told that the car has been well-maintained and comes with detailed handwritten notes recording the work done. The last service was at the end of April 2026, and it comes to market with a lengthy MOT valid to May 2027.

Coupe or convertible, sports or luxury grand tourer, this very tidy R230 looks very rewarding.

The vendor says:

“Full service, engine runs perfect. No known faults

“Finally, how would you summarise the vehicle? It drives like a brand new car, its comfortable. I bought it because I have always loved the look and drive of the SL55.”

History and Paperwork

First registered in 2003 in the United Kingdom
Two registered keepers from new
Stored inside, we are told
Personal handwritten records of oil changes and type of oil used
All invoices for completed work are available
MOT certificates retained with dates and mileage recorded
Service record history reported to be up to date
Full service completed on 29th April 2026
MOT valid to May 2027

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The Condition

Well-kept silver metallic paintwork in good order with a few points to note
The vendor describes the bodywork as being in mint condition with no marks
Underside checked during the recent service and reported to be in good order
Rare red leather interior in good order with only light age to note
Vendor describes the interior as being in mint condition
Interior floor mats protected by plastic covers
The vendor states that everything works as it should
Attractive multispoke alloy wheels in good condition

The Mechanics

500bhp 5,439cc V8 engine
Five-speed automatic transmission
The vendor states the engine runs well with no known faults
Recent service in April 2026
Current MOT to May 2027
Well-maintained according to seller (not verified)

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