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Mercedes-Benz 500 SL R129 — 1991

Very well-maintained 500 SL, originally sold new in the USA and imported as relocation goods in 1998. Owned by the same family until 2024.

Mathias Casserlund
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"Mercedes 500 SL R129 with both a convertible top and a hardtop. Never driven in winter, few previous owners, and recently serviced. Approved by the vehicle inspection and fully roadworthy."

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ALNÖ
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Mathias Casserlund
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"Mercedes 500 SL R129 with both a convertible top and a hardtop. Never driven in winter, few previous owners, and recently serviced. Approved by the vehicle inspection and fully roadworthy."

Description

New information 10 december 2024. Air-conditioning has received maintenance today and is tested and working.



The car was originally sold new in the USA and imported to Sweden as relocation goods in 1998. According to the vehicle registry, it has had 8 registered owners. However, it has remained within the same family throughout its history, with ownership changes occurring due to inheritance. The first owner was the primary driver and cherished the car. Since then, it has mainly been stored in garages by subsequent heirs and has seen very little use.



The current owner acquired the car last autumn and has performed a service, installed new tires and a new battery, and had it inspected by the Swedish vehicle inspection agency. The instrument cluster was also replaced with a better pre-owned one, as the original speedometer had stopped working. The defective speedometer is included separately (see photo). The old speedometer displayed 106,136 km, while the replacement cluster shows 119,920 miles. (It is unclear whether the mileage was recorded in miles or kilometers.)



The car has only been driven during the summer since new and therefore does not come with winter tires. It includes one ignition key. As the car was part of an estate, the owner's manual has been lost.



The original spare wheel and jack are included, as well as a clean Carfax report.



The images and details about the car have been provided by the owner. BWA has not inspected the vehicle in person.

Technical data

  • Year
    1991/1991 
  • Registration date
    1998-08-18 
  • Mileage
    119 920 miles 
  • Kw / hp
    240 / 326 
  • Fuel Type
    Gasoline 
  • Transmission
    manual 
  • Interior finish
    Leather 
  • Colour
    Blue 

Condition

  • Mechanical condition:

    V8 engine with a stated output of 326 hp, paired with an automatic transmission. The car underwent a service, including an oil change, in autumn 2024. It starts without issues, operates normally, and drives smoothly on the road.



    The cruise control has an intermittent issue: it disengages after a while, and the owner is unsure of the cause. It can be reactivated and works again for a short time. Air conditioning is tested and working.

  • Interior condition:

    The interior is in excellent condition with minimal wear. Equipped with a more recent car radio featuring a CD player.

  • Exterior condition:

    The car is in excellent condition, with no parking dents, rust, or other defects. New tires were installed in 2024. The hardtop has been mounted for most of its life, ensuring the soft top remains in perfect condition, free from damage or sun fading.

  • General condition:

    A pristine and well-maintained convertible in original condition, never modified or rebuilt. In short, a serious enthusiast's car.

MOT (tech. insp.)

Fordonsstatus: Avst 2019-09-27
Ursprungsbesiktning: 1998-07-30 (regbes) (Ombes:20010706)
Datum i trafik första gången: 1998-08-18
Senast godkända besiktning: 2024-10-21
Besiktigad tom: 2026-10-31
Skattebefriad: Ja
Körförbud: Nej
Antal ägare: 8

Owner's comment

I purchased the car through an acquaintance who had contact with the owner’s family. It was described as being in excellent condition, and it exceeded my expectations when I saw it in person. I have had the car serviced, including an oil and filter change. I also purchased new tires, as the old ones had dry cracks, and installed a new battery. Additionally, I sourced a used speedometer to replace the original one. The old unit seemed to have a loose connection, and some indicator lights were not working. With the replacement speedometer, everything now functions perfectly. The original speedometer is included and stored in the trunk.

Facts about the model

In 1989, the successor to the 107 series was finally introduced. The new SL class was based on the W124 E-Class but also featured engines from the W140 S-Class. The R129 came with advanced features such as adjustable shock absorbers and a deployable roll bar that activated if the car was about to overturn. The R129 received updates in 1993 and 1996, including new engine options. Like its predecessor, the R107, the R129 became a long-running model and firmly established the SL class as a bestseller in its niche.

Location and viewing Information

Location: Alnö

For viewing the vehicle, contact the inspector/case manager:

Mathias Casserlund

mathias.casserlund@bilwebauctions.se

Pick up

Collection must take place before: 2024-12-26.

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

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