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Mercedes Benz 500SL R129 (1990)

Mercedes 500SL R129 (1990) with full service history, extensive investments, expert rating 2-

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Overview

Manufacturer
Model
500SL R129
Year
1990
Transmission
Automatic
Horsepower
326
Milage
101.364 km
Country Version
JP
Location
DE-66459 Kirkel
Color
smoky silver metallic
Type of auction
With reserve
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Mercedes Benz 500SL R129 (1990)

Vehicle description

A 1990 Mercedes-Benz R129 500 SL is for sale in smoke silver metallic with beige leather interior.

Highlights:

  • Service history available
  • Certificate dated 04/2025 with a grade of 2-
  • First delivery in Japan
  • Investments totaling approx. €16,000:
    • New dark brown soft top
    • Roof renewed including rear window
    • New fuel tank, new water cooler, new oil cooler
    • Refurbished differential with new bearings
    • Transmission flushed
    • Air conditioning filled and functional
  • Hardtop in vehicle color available

General information about the vehicle

  • Year of manufacture: 1990
  • First registration: Japan, 1990
  • Location: 66459 Kirkel, Germany
  • Number of previous owners: 1 in Germany, unknown before that
  • Accident-free in current ownership
  • Registered
  • H license plate
  • TÜV until 07/2027
  • Ready to drive

Model history

The Mercedes-Benz R 129 is a two-seater roadster from the SL series, which was built from 1989 to 2001 and replaced the R 107. Initially known as the "500 SL," it officially became part of the SL-Class in 1993, as the "SL 500." With its clean design, high level of safety features, and standard hardtop, the R 129 set new standards in the sporty luxury roadster segment. In 2001, it was replaced by its successor, the R 230.

Facts

Exterior & interior:

  • Exterior color: Smoke Silver Metallic (color code 702)
  • Interior: beige leather upholstery, very well maintained with minor signs of wear due to age
  • Dark brown soft top, like new
  • Repairs: partially repainted

Engine and transmission:

  • 5.0-liter V8 engine with 326 hp (240 kW)
  • Automatic transmission
  • Last service: December 2024

Mileage:

  • Mileage: 101,364 km
  • Mileage verifiable: yes
  • Service history available

Documentation:

  • Vehicle documents
  • TÜV and service reports
  • Service history
  • Invoices
  • Valuation report (07/2024, grade 2)

Tires, bodywork, and underbody:

  • Tires: approx. 6 mm tread
  • Bodywork: good condition with minor age-related signs of wear
  • Underbody: good condition, no rust known
  • Please view the photo gallery and videos for further insights into the condition of the vehicle

Known defects:

  • No known defects
  • Please view the photo gallery and videos for further insight into the condition of the vehicle

Summary:

For sale is a well-maintained 1990 Mercedes-Benz R129 500 SL in smoke silver metallic with a beige leather interior. The vehicle originally comes from Japan, is currently in its first German ownership and has been extensively repaired – including the cooling system, fuel system and drive components. With a valid TÜV until July 2027, H registration, a service history and a grade 2- value appraisal, this SL is ready to drive and is an attractive youngtimer for enthusiasts and collectors.

If the seller is a private individual, the vehicle is always sold without warranty. The description of this auction has been made to the best of the seller's knowledge. The condition of this vehicle is based on the opinion of the seller and may differ from your own opinion. The description and photos are for reference. Kickdown does not guarantee the accuracy of the listing and recommends a viewing. The seller decides whether a viewing can be made. Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of the description and make all necessary inquiries before placing a bid. For this purpose, please use the comments and questions section for additional information. Please read our terms and conditions for more details.

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  • Expert report available
  • Kickdown photographer was on site
  • Video of the vehicle available
  • Main inspection
  • Complete checkbook
  • Milage trackable
  • Matching numbers
  • Current service performed
  • Low milage

Comments of this past auction

  • TomTom1-avatarTomTom1
    VerifiedModerator
    28.11.2025 13:08

    Technik: Innerhalb der Bauzeit des Modells wurden die Mercedes-Klassenbezeichnungen eingeführt. Während frühe Exemplare noch als SL-Modelle (mit angefügtem SL, z. B. 500 SL) bezeichnet wurden, gehörte der R 129 ab 1993 zur SL-Klasse (mit vorangestelltem SL, z. B. SL 500). Das Fahrwerkssystem ADS (Adaptives Dämpfungssystem) wurde erstmals bei einem Mercedes als Option angeboten. Es war eine teil-hydraulische elektronische Federung der Radaufhängung (siehe Aktive Radaufhängung) mit Niveauregulierung sowohl für die Vorder- als auch für die Hinterachse. Die optimale Dämpfung wurde pro Rad anhand von Parametern von Radbeschleunigungssensoren sowie von Längs- und Querbeschleunigungssensoren des Fahrzeugs ständig elektronisch berechnet und in vier Stufen angepasst. Zudem wurde das Fahrzeug bei Geschwindigkeiten ab 120 km/h um 20 mm tiefergelegt, und die Bodenfreiheit konnte bei Geschwindigkeiten unter 40 km/h per Knopfdruck um 40 mm erhöht werden. (gilt nicht für US Modelle) LG Tom