Model history:

A Mercedes-Benz SL could be representative of the Mercedes design of the respective era. Despite the typical brand face, the individual generations have always remained independent. The SL R 129 already showed the first elements of the future W 140 and also borrowed from the W 124. Clear lines make a Mercedes-Benz R 129 timeless: series production began in 1989 and its successor in 2001. Despite the long construction period, the technology under the sheet metal always remained up-to-date, as usual, the SL always offered the latest innovations. In the end, over 200,000 copies were sold by the end of production in 2001.

General information about the vehicle:

The Mercedes-Benz offered in this auction is an SL 320 from the year 2000, which was first delivered with the VIN WDB1290641F186977 in Germany and was registered for 3 days on DB Hannover, but from the beginning according to the seller's information only by the first owner was driven. In 2014, the Mercedes-Benz was finally re-registered to the son of the first owner and used very little with seasonal license plates. The old letter including new letter and note as well as the checkbook and the entire on-board folder are available including 3 keys to the vehicle. Matching numbers are given and the TÜV is valid until November 2024.

Exterior colour/varnish/body:

The body of this SL 320 is kept in "brilliant silver metallic" (colour code 744) - after consultation with the seller, he states that the front and rear bumpers have been repainted in the "smart repair" process, but an accident can be ruled out. As damage to the exterior, the seller calls a slight 4cm long scratch in the upper area of the right side part, which was once caused by putting on the hardtop. The black fabric hood does not show any damage. A hardtop in body color is included in very good condition to the vehicle.

Exterior rims/brakes/chassis:

17-inch 5-spoke alloy wheels from Mercedes-Benz are equipped with Pirelli tyres, which, according to sellers, have between 50-70% of their new condition. In the area of the brake system, the current owner of the roadster also indicates a condition of 50-70%. Regarding the chassis, obviously no inconsistencies can be listed.

Interior:

Black leather seats can be found in the interior of this Mercedes-Benz SL 320 - the condition is according to the low overall mileage of the car as very good and without missing parts. In terms of equipment, the following equipment can be mentioned on board this vehicle: automatic climate control, cruise control, wind deflector, heated seats and a Mercedes-Benz Audio 10 cassette radio. According to the seller, all equipment elements can be attributed a complete function. For a more detailed overview of the interior of this SL 320 and its state of preservation, we refer to the telling series of pictures.

Mileage

Five round instruments with simple functionality are located in the driver's field of vision: the digital odometer shows a mileage of 33,530 kilometres. The complete on-board folder, including a complete checkbook, is available – this means that the mileage of the SL 320 can be proven beyond doubt. In addition to the new letter, there is also the old letter and it is also worth mentioning that the entire tool kit is available. The instruments in the interior can all be attested to a perfect function.

Engine

The 3.2-liter V6 engine delivers 224 hp - the gears are engaged via a 5-speed automatic transmission and the power of the 6 cylinders reaches the road via the rear axle. At KM stand 25,000, according to the seller, a final service took place.

Subsoil:

In accordance with the low overall mileage of this car, the underbody condition is correspondingly well preserved. Like its predecessors, the fourth SL generation also meets the highest demands. This SL 320 offered here for auction is a collector's item with its low mileage, the classically beautiful color combination and its complete history, which is in an extremely clean condition according to the low total mileage.