Highlights

Neat and well-maintained roadster from California
Complete maintenance history and clean CARFAX report
Hardtop and functional hydraulic soft top
Offered with an American title, awaiting European registration

The Appeal

This was very much Mercedes' flagship roadster for the 90s. Refined styling, a swathe of impressive powerplants and one of the last bastions of the legendary Mercedes-Benz build quality make this one of the most desirable cars of the period, and they've become one of the most popular modern classics out there.

This Californian example offers plenty of originality and a clean Carfax report, accompanied by a maintenance history report. We understand it to be a fine, eminently drivable example - ready and waiting to be registered in Europe and taken onto the road with its lucky new owner.

The History and Paperwork

Registered in 1990
Ex-Californian example with an American title
Complete maintenance history available
Clean CARFAX report included
Not yet registered in Europe
Does not require a COC document for European registration due to its age

The Condition

Neat and original paintwork with a few small scratches
Minor front damage recorded in 2016, well repaired and not visible
Hardtop and soft top included, though the vendor notes a crack in the plastic on the right side window
Original chrome rims with very good tyres
Interior is neat and original with a small repaired seam on the front seat
No sign of any other rips or tears
Dashboard is clean and well-presented
Boot is clean with a factory-new spare wheel

The Mechanics

3.0-litre straight-six powerplant
Automatic transmission with 4 gears
Very neatly maintained under the hood
New oil, filter, and valve cover gasket
The vendor reports that the car runs, shifts, and drives well

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