One of the last naturally aspirated V8 convertibles available
Factory standard throughout with no modifications
In current ownership for approximately 12 years and garage stored
Serviced at Mercedes-Benz main dealers
MOT valid to July 2026
The Appeal
Mercedes-Benz's decision to fit a hand-built 5.5-litre naturally aspirated V8 into the compact SLK roadster resulted in one of the most characterful open-top cars of its era. With the automotive world having since moved firmly towards turbocharging, the R172-generation SLK 55 AMG stands as one of the last of its kind: a naturally aspirated V8 convertible with a stirring soundtrack and serious performance to match.
This 2012 example has been in the care of its current keeper since 2014, when it was acquired from Sytner Mercedes Bristol with just 6,641 miles recorded. In the approximately 12 years since, it has been garage-stored and driven only sparingly, covering fewer than 10,000 additional miles. Servicing has been carried out at Sinclair Mercedes Bridgend, and the car was last attended to in July 2025 at 16,334 miles. It remains entirely factory standard, with no modifications whatsoever, and comes with a desirable specification including red leather, Airscarf, glass roof, IWC clock and Harman Kardon sound system. The vendor reports the car to be in very good overall condition, with a clean underside and all switchgear functioning correctly.Mercedes039.jpeg252.11 KB
History and Paperwork
First registered in 2012 in the United Kingdom
Purchased from Sytner Mercedes Bristol in 2014 with 6,641 miles recorded
In current ownership for approximately 12 years
Garage stored since purchase and driven only occasionally
Serviced annually (except one year) at Sinclair Mercedes Bridgend
Last serviced in July 2025 at 16,334 miles, including a passed MOT
All service records available except for the period 2020–2023
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