Mercedes Benz R129 500SL from 3rd Hand Matching Numbers Detailed History (1989)

Vehicle description

Model history

The R 129 appeared in 1989 as a worthy successor to the R 107 and continued its fascinating journey until 2 July 2001. Bruno Sacco's distinctive design, characterised by its angular silhouette with a long, low bonnet and a cab that was pulled back, gained special expressiveness in the V8 variant of the R 129. The R 129's impressive range of powerful and reliable engines attracted buyers of a wide range of preferences, with the 5.0-litre V8 engine occupying a prominent position. To date, about 205,000 of them have been sold.

General information about the vehicle

You can buy a Mercedes-Benz R129 500SL from 1989 in the following auction. The car with the VIN WDB1290661F002495 has been driven by three previous owners to date. According to the current owner, the 500SL owns MOT until May 2024. This 500 SL, which is immediately ready to drive, is a German vehicle with German registration. In addition, an H license plate confirms the car's classic car status. The so-called matching numbers are given and the Mercedes is certified by the owner to be in an accident-free condition.

Characteristics

Exterior & Interior:

• Manufacturer color Almandine red
• Leather interior
• According to the owner, the front and rear bumper, Sacco trims, door handles and the hood have been repainted

Engine and transmission:

• 5.0-liter V8 engine with 326 hp
• Automatic transmission
• Last engine service in June 2023.

Mileage:

• 172,500 km (information provided by the seller), traceable
• Checkbook available, but with gaps

Documentation:

• According to the owner, registration papers, vehicle documents, maintenance reports and a checkbook are available for documentation.

Condition

• Brakes in good condition (50-70%)
• Tires in mint condition
• According to the owner, the underbody is rustproof, unwelded, preserved and cavity sealed
• Small dent (about 50 cents in size) on the driver's door and passenger door
• Scratches and normal signs of wear may be present
• Wind deflector has a small hole in the lower part
• Panes in the folding roof are defective and a tension rope is loose
• Driver's seat rear height adjustment defective
• Please see the photo gallery and videos for more insight into the condition of the vehicle.

Highlights

• Previous owner has invested about € 5,500 to ensure a reliable and technically pristine condition
• Wear parts have been replaced
• Exhibit at the presentation of the R129 500 SL at the 1989 Detroit Auto Show
• Wide equipment: folding roof, power steering, central locking, electric windows, heated seats, air conditioning, ABS, radio, hardtop
• Seamless annual maintenance at Mercedes
• Detailed and clear history

Summary

In short, a very nice Mercedes-Benz R129 500SL is offered for sale here. The 3rd hand car was always treated and driven with care by its previous owners. According to the information available to us, maintenance work and repairs were meticulously adhered to, so that the car is still in perfect technical condition today.

Vehicle videos

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