Mercedes Benz 300SL 24V R129 (1992)

For sale is a 1992 Mercedes-Benz 300SL 24V (R129 series) in metallic blue with a beige leather interior.

Highlights:

• 5-speed manual sports transmission (first gear at the bottom left) – a rare combination that harmonizes very well with the high-revving 24V six-cylinder engine
• Attractive color combination
• Fully functional equipment
• Mileage traceable since 2005
• Removable tow hitch, ideal for transporting bicycles, for example
• Approx. €3,000 has been invested by the current owner

General information about the vehicle

• Year of manufacture: 1992
• First registration: Germany, 06/1992
• Location: 04924 Brandenburg, Germany
• Number of previous owners: More than 5
• Accident-free under current ownership
• Registered
• TÜV valid until 10/26
• Ready to drive

Model history

The Mercedes-Benz R 129 was introduced in 1989 as the successor to the R 107. Development began as early as the 1970s but was not resumed until the early 1980s. Technically, the roadster was partially based on the W 124, but featured a specially reinforced body, a modern multi-link rear suspension, and an automatically deploying roll bar. The R 129 was initially offered with inline-six and V8 engines, and later with a V12 engine as well.

Facts

Exterior & Interior:

• Exterior color: Blue Metallic
• Interior: beige leather, well-maintained condition with minor age-related wear
• Special feature: According to the owner, the light-colored interior heats up less when driving with the top down in the summer
• Repainting cannot be ruled out
• Black soft top, opens and closes flawlessly and is watertight

Engine & Transmission:

• 3.0-liter six-cylinder engine with 231 hp (170 kW)
• 5-speed manual transmission
• Last service: April 2024

Mileage:

• Mileage: 162,591 km (as read)
• Mileage verifiable: partially

Documentation:

• German vehicle documents
• TÜV reports

Tires, body & underbody

• Tires: DOT 22/20, very good tread
• Body: good condition with minor age-related wear
• Underbody: good condition, no known rust
• Please view the photo gallery and videos for further insights into the vehicle’s condition.

Known defects

• Underbody protection under the engine is missing
• Slight scuff mark on the soft top (Image 33)
• Please view the photo gallery and videos for further insights into the vehicle's condition.

Summary

For sale is a 1992 Mercedes-Benz 300SL 24V (R129) in blue metallic with a beige leather interior. The vehicle is registered, ready to drive immediately, and has a valid TÜV inspection until October 2026. The mileage is 162,591 km and is partially verifiable. The current owner has invested approximately €3,000. Notable equipment details include the manual transmission and a removable trailer hitch. Overall, the R 129 presents itself as a well-maintained roadster with a harmonious color combination.