Note: This car has been imported to the Netherlands from the USA. Check your local import rules to register it in your home country before bidding.

Highlights

USA title and Dutch Import documentation
All duties and VAT have been paid
Comes with window sticker and Mercedes-Benz datacard
CLEAN CARFAX to confirm damage free history, (16) service records and mileage
Retail price in 2004 was $89,520 (or € 147,150 in the Netherlands)
Seller can assist with worldwide transport and shipping

The Appeal

The Mercedes-Benz SL500 R230 represents one of the most sophisticated luxury convertibles of its era, combining cutting-edge technology with timeless elegance. This 2004 example features the powerful 5.0L V8 engine producing 302 horsepower, paired with the advanced 7-speed automatic transmission that was revolutionary for its time. The car is enhanced by the desirable AMG styling package, giving it a more aggressive appearance while maintaining its sophisticated character.

This particular SL500 stands out with its complete documentation package, including the original window sticker, Mercedes-Benz datacard, and a clean Carfax report confirming its damage-free history and service records.

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History and Paperwork

2004 Mercedes-Benz SL500, registered in the USA with Dutch import documentation
All import duties and VAT have been paid, making it ready for European registration
Clean Carfax report confirming damage-free history and 16 service records
Original window sticker showing retail price of $89,520 when new
Original Mercedes-Benz datacard confirming factory specifications
Comes with 2 keys
VIN: WDBSK75F84F064412
The seller can assist with worldwide transport and shipping

Price Info

MSRP: $88,800.00
Installed Options: —
Original Shipping Charge: $720.000
Retail Price (Originally New): $89,520.00
Mercedes-Benz datacard information:

Interior LEATHER - GRAY (208A)
Paint 1 BRILLIANT SILVER METALLIC (744U)

Code Description

200A LEATHER
212B OP. INSTRUCT. AND MAINT. BOOKLET-ENGL. FOR USA/CAN
221B SIGN COOLANT/REFUELING - ENGLISH
232 GARAGE DOOR OPENER WITH 284 - 390 MHZ FREQUENCY
264 LICENSE PLATE ATTACHMENT AMERICA
284 SELECTOR LEVER, WOOD
289 LEATHER STEERING WHEEL WITH TRIM INSERT
349 PREP. FOR EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM
352 COMAND
427 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 7-SPEED
461 INSTRUMENT WITH MILES IND. AND ENGLISH LEGEND
487 ABC SUSPENSION (ACTIVE BODY CONTROL)
494 U.S. VERSION
524 PAINTWORK - PRESERVATION
531 AUTOMATIC ANTENNA
634 DELETION - FIRST AID KIT
636 DELETION - WARNING TRIANGLE
668 PRODUCT PROT. F FREIGHT PACKAG. W TIE-DOWN HOOKS
669 10 LITERS OF FUEL AND MODE OF PACKING VE I
673 HIGH-CAPACITY BATTERY
731 TRIM PIECES - WOOD BURRED WALNUT VENEER
763 RADIO REMOTE CONTROL WITH PANIC SWITCH (315 MHZ)
772 AMG STYLING PACKAGE-FRONT SPOILER, SIDE SKIRT
7XXL NORTH AND SOUTH AMERICA
804 YEAR OF MODIFICATION
810 PREMIUM SOUND SYSTEM
819 CD CHANGER
873 SEAT HEATER FOR LEFT AND RIGHT FRONT SEATS
875 HEATED SCREEN WASH SYSTEM
889 KEYLESS - GO
986 DEVIATING VIN WITH MODEL YEAR
989 IDENTIFICATION LABEL UNDER WINDSHIELD
M113 V8-GASOLINE ENGINE M113
M50 DISPLACEMENT 5.0 LITER
N57 CONTROL CODE BREMEN PLANT
N91 CONTROL CODE BREMEN PLANT
N99 CONTROL CODE BREMEN PLANT
NC1 CONTROL CODE BREMEN PLANT
R07 LIGHT ALLOY WHEEL 10-HOLE DESIGN 17" ALL-ROUND
U44 LUGGAGE NET SET IN LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT (3-PIECE)

Safety

Illuminated emergency interior trunk release
Pop-up roll bar
Automatic slip control
Adjustable seat-mounted 3-point front shoulder belts w/integrated emergency tensioning retractors
Door mounted head & body side-impact airbags w/passenger occupancy sensor
Driver & front passenger dual-stage airbag supplemental restraint system w/passenger occupancy sensor
Anti-lock brake system w/brake assist system

Interior

Dual enclosed storage compartments beneath luggage shelf0
Carpeted shelf behind seats w/retractable luggage straps
Pneumatic trunk closing assist
Leather-trimmed shift knob
Dual reading lamps
Entrance lamps in doors
Courtesy lamps w/fade out time
Automatic climate control w/dust filter, tunnel mode w/closing of all windows, REST mode w/engine heat recirculation for residual heating or cabin ventilation, seat-belt sensors
Universal garage door opener
Alcantara headliner
Dual illuminated vanity mirror
Automatic antitheft alarm system w/tow-away protection
Automatic dual-zone climate control-inc: dust/pollen filters, sun/climate sensors, tunnel mode w/one touch closing of all windows, REST mode w/engine heat recirculation feature or cabin ventilation, seat-belt sensors
In-dash CD-ROM navigation system
Tele Aid global positioning system satellite w/concierge service
Integrated 3-button universal garage door controller
SmartKey infrared-remote-inc: opening trunk, opening/closing windows, panic alarm, fuel filler door, locking/unlocking all doors or driver’s door only, raising/lowering hardtop
SmartKey system-inc: remote central locking system, anti-theft engine immobilizer, driver-programmable user-recognition features, drive away automatic locking
Cruise control
Power door locks w/automatic locking system
Pwr windows w/1-touch express up/down all windows
Retained accessory pwr
Headlamp reminders-inc: release parking brake, headlights on, remove key from ignition
Courtesy lamps w/delay shutoff
Entrance lamps in doors, console, and footwells
Leather-trimmed steering wheel
Wood/leather trimmed shift knob
Dual reading lamps
Front passenger footwell parcel net
Stainless-steel door sill trim
Velour carpeting & floor mats
Dual retractable cup holders
Center console w/illuminated climate controlled storage armrest lid w/obstruction sensor, easy access feature
Hand-fitted premium leather seat upholstery, head restraints, dash, console, doors, armrests, roll bar, rear cabin panels
12-way power heated front seats w/3-position memory, pneumatically adjustable lumbar support

Exterior

Dual aero-blade windshield wipers w/infrared rain sensor, heated washer system
Dual heated pwr mirrors-inc: memory, auto-dimming driver mirror, RH mirror reverse tilt down feature
Programmable daytime running lamps
Dual halogen front fog lamps
Single rear fog lamp
Touch turn signals
Bi-xenon high-intensity discharge low-beam headlamps-inc: polycarbonate lenses, automatic level control, halogen high-beams, halogen front fog lamps, light-sensing auto-on headlamps, automatic lamp substitution
Body-color bumpers
Chrome grille w/chrome-edged ribs
Electrohydraulic retractable aluminium hardtop

Mechanics

Dual chrome exhaust tips
Electronic brake control-inc: soft stop, automatic brake drying, predictive brake priming
Sensotronic brake system w/brake assist system
Ventilated/perforated/internally ventilated front disc brakes
Rack & pinion vehicle-speed-sensitive power steering
18" x 8.5" 5-spoke alloy rear wheels
18" x 8.5" 5-spoke alloy front wheels
Temporary spare tire
P255/45WR18 front tires, P285/40WR18 high-performance rear tires
Active Body Control (ABC) system-inc: coil spring & electronically controlled hydraulic cylinder w/gas-pressurized shock absorber at each wheel, sports mode, automatic 4-wheel level control, driver-selectable ride-height control, automatic speed-sensitive lowering
Independent 4-link front/5-arm multilink rear suspension
Rear wheel drive
Electronic Stability Program
Automatic slip control
7-speed automatic driver-adaptive transmission-inc: touch shift, optimum gear programming, comfort mode
5.0L SOHC SMPI 24-valve V8 engine

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