Mercedes Benz R129 500 SL (1993)

Highlights and general information

For sale is a Mercedes-Benz R129 500 SL from 1993, painted in Bornit Metallic, with black leather interior and a wood-look center console.

Highlights:

• From German first registration, H-registration, accident-free, with current TÜV and ready to drive in a well-maintained condition
• Meticulously maintained
• Repaired by an independent specialist workshop: The transmission oil was changed, the windows of the soft top were replaced and rust under the doors was removed - invoices are available
• The tires were replaced in 2019
• Used as a fair-weather vehicle since 2019, parked in a garage
• The following equipment is available: Power steering, central locking, electric windows, heated seats, air conditioning, ABS, radio, hardtop in vehicle color, the original Mercedes-Benz Gullideckel aluminum rims

General information about the vehicle

• Year of construction: 1993

• First registration: Germany, 1993
• Location: Bremerhaven, Germany
• 4 owners, one change of ownership within the family (vehicle was in the family for 22 years)
• TÜV until 03/25
• H-registration
• Accident-free
• Licensed
• Fully roadworthy

Model history

• The Mercedes-Benz R129 500 SL, produced from 1989 to 2002, is a two-seater sports car of the third SL generation. It impresses with a 5.0-liter V8 engine producing 326 hp and is characterized by its stylish design, first-class performance and luxurious interior. The 500 SL was particularly popular and contributed to the R129 becoming the best-selling model in the SL series.

Facts

Exterior & interior:

• Bornit metallic paintwork
• Interior with black leather upholstery and a wood-look center console
• Bumpers (rear & front) repainted, as well as the doors (right & left) were repainted on the inside

Engine and transmission:

• 5.0 liter V8 engine with 326 hp
• Automatic transmission
• Last engine service March 2023

Mileage:

• 199,000 km. Mileage can be traced.
• Checkbook available, but this has gaps

Documentation:

• (German) vehicle documents, TÜV and service reports, checkbook, purchase contract and invoices.

Tires, brakes, body & underbody:

• Tires: 70-90 %
• Brakes: 50-70 %
• The underbody is rust-free and unwelded
• Please take a look at the photo gallery and videos to gain further insight into the condition of the vehicle.

Known defects

• Wheel set shows damage and blemishes
• Signs of use due to age may be present
• Please take a look at the photo gallery and videos to gain further insight into the condition of the vehicle.

Summary

Overall, the Mercedes-Benz R129 500 SL offered here is in good condition for

The German vehicle with H registration and current MOT has been carefully maintained and repaired, including a gearbox oil change and rust removal. It has extensive equipment and has been stored in a garage as a fair-weather vehicle since 2019. The 5.0-liter V8 engine with 326 hp provides impressive performance. Individual flaws can be seen in a damaged set of rims, but the vehicle otherwise presents itself in good condition.