Mercedes Benz R129 320 SL (1998)

Kickdown Check

• On-site kickdown assessment completed
• 181 photos
• Paint thickness measurement
• Video including engine running
• November 2018 inspection report with a grade of 2 available
• Overall well-maintained original condition; matching numbers are present.

Facts & Specifications

• Year of manufacture: 1998
• First registration: Japan
• Engine: 3.2-liter six-cylinder with 231 hp (170 kW)
• Transmission: Automatic
• Exterior color: Emerald Black Metallic
• Inspection valid until 04/2027
• Additional features
• Hardtop in body color included

Condition

Exterior

• The car is painted in Emerald Black Metallic.
• According to the owner, some repainting has been done. Paint thickness measurements showed values between 117 and 628 micrometers.
• Good overall condition with slight signs of wear
• The black soft top appears to be in good condition. A hardtop in the car’s color is included. (Photos 180, 181)

Interior

• Classic black leather interior with wood trim.
• Well-maintained overall impression; minimal patina visible.
• Minimal dirt/wear visible due to age

Mechanics

• The Mercedes is ready to drive immediately and is registered.
• Last service performed in May 2023 at 124,560 km
• Very smooth and low-vibration engine operation with consistent power delivery, typical of the M112/M113 generation with dual ignition
• Quick, precise starting response with a short cranking process; after the cold start phase, transitions to a quiet, refined idle

History

Ownership history

• Total of 3 owners
• First delivery in Japan

Service history

• December 2020: Major service at 120,099 km, catalytic converters replaced
• May 2023: Service at 124,560 km
• No service record book available

Documents

• Inspection report 11/2018, Grade 2 (Images 150 to 153)
• TÜV report (Image 154)
• Invoices (Images 155 to 162)
• Vehicle registration certificate (Image 164)

Summary

The Mercedes-Benz SL 320 from the R 129 series is in well-maintained and largely original condition. The vehicle was originally delivered in Japan, has a mileage of just under 127,500 km, and comes with an automatic transmission and a hardtop in the body color. A 2018 inspection report rates the Mercedes’ condition as Grade 2. Additionally, the catalytic converters were replaced in 2020. In short, this well-maintained classic is ready for auction and in immediately drivable condition.