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Mercedes-Benz SL 500 — 1996

Relatively low-mileage R129 with an initial life in the dry state of Texas. Likely only two owners, including the current one. It has only covered the equivalent of 1 200 kilometers since its last inspection in 2011. The current mileage is just over 64,000 miles, which is approximately 107 000 km.

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"A fine and well-maintained US import that, with minimal effort, will become a truly pleasant collector's piece for the SL enthusiast."

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Peter Sundfeldt
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"A fine and well-maintained US import that, with minimal effort, will become a truly pleasant collector's piece for the SL enthusiast."

Description

It arrived in Sweden as part of household goods in 2006, and the current owner purchased the car in June 2000 in Houston, Texas. The owner was there on assignment, and shortly after the car had been imported and registered in Sweden, the owner received a new assignment in Singapore, and the car was stored by relatives. According to documentation, the car received its initial servicing in his ownership at 54,080 miles in Houston, which is roughly equivalent to around 8,650 kilometers. Currently, the car has covered slightly over 107 000 km, with only about 20 000 km driven in Sweden. It is being sold without inspection.

Technical data

  • Year
    1996/1996 
  • Registration date
    2006-08-22 
  • Mileage
    64 066 miles 
  • Kw / hp
    235 / 320 
  • Fuel Type
    Petrol 
  • Transmission
    Automatic 
  • Interior finish
    Leather 
  • Colour
    Red 

Condition

  • Mechanical condition:

    Driven and tested, starts easily and the gearbox shifts smoothly. Overall, it gives a well-assembled feeling, reflecting its low mileage. One low beam headlight is not functioning. An interesting vintage factory-installed phone system adds a special touch from the nineties. Currently unregistered and without inspection.

  • Interior condition:

    tylish and fresh light leather interior, with minimal wear that corresponds to the mileage. A mirror on the driver's side sun visor is loose. The headliner on the hardtop is partially hanging, but without affecting the headroom for the driver and passenger.

  • Exterior condition:

    Good original paint with a few small marks, partially repainted on the front bumper and some paint peeling on the rear. The soft top is intact, clean, and functions well without issues, and the hardtop is also in good condition and easy to remove. The typically American chromed original wheels have developed some aluminum oxidation due to storage. A water blasting followed by a silver coating has given them a discreetly stylish European look.

  • General condition:

    Having had few owners, a well-maintained service history, and a low mileage, this indicates a sensible car that only requires regular maintenance and some minor exterior adjustments.

MOT (tech. insp.)

Fordonsstatus: Avst 2011-10-09
Ursprungsbesiktning: 2006-08-22 (regbes
Datum i trafik första gången: 2006-08-22 (951001)
Senast godkända besiktning: 2011-05-03
Besiktigad tom: 2011-12-31
Årsskatt: 3055 Kr
Körförbud: Ja
Antal ägare: 1

Facts about the model

In 1989, the successor to the 107 series was finally introduced. The new SL-Class was built upon the W124 E-Class platform and also featured engines from the W140 S-Class. The R129 came equipped with innovations such as adjustable shock absorbers and a pop-up roll bar that would activate if the car was at risk of rolling over. This, combined with other safety features, led Mercedes to claim that the R129 was the world's safest car, even though it lacked a fixed roof. The R129 received updates in 1993 and 1996, including new engines.

Location and viewing Information

Location: Hisings Backa

For viewing the vehicle, contact the valuator/depot:

Peter Sundfeldt
+46 0705-38 80 22
peter@bilwebauctions.se

Pick up

Collection must take place before: 2023-09-14.

NOTE! Payment (deposit to our account) must be made within 5 days and before collection.

Auction information

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