1996 Mercedes-Benz R129 SL320

Highlights

Well maintained by independent marque specialist
Smart Azure Blue over beige leather with matching hard top
Long term current keeper since 2002
Thick history file showing regular maintenance
Good MOT history with long advisory-free test to June 2025
Tidy and well kept car with upgrade AMG-style alloys

The Appeal

The R129 exudes a reassuring sense of solidity and durability that few luxury convertibles can match. This stylish facelift SL320 is all of that, its smart Azurite Blue paintwork and beige leather colour scheme one of the most popular for this model.

It has been used and enjoyed by its single keeper of the 22 years, proof that these very reliable cars are perfect for daily driving, road trips or weekend sojourns. He has kept the maintenance up to date, the car regularly attended to by a well known marque specialist.

The result is a reliable and very well presented car that has clearly been cared for. Inside and out there are few indications of its usage or age. That impression is supported by the MOT history, which shows few advisories over the years and includes a current test, with advisories, to June 2025.

A good car in the right specification - the powerful yet economical 3.2litre straight six is a popular choice - this pretty car looks perfect for stylish summer motoring.

The History and Paperwork

First registered 13th August 1996
Factory built in June 1996 and delivered in July of that year
2 key fobs with additional spare key element
Good history file of invoices, receipts and old MOTs to verify mileage
Six registered keepers
Current keeper since August 2002
Stamped service book with nine visits, primarily by the same independent marque specialist
Most recently serviced at 147,899 miles in June 2022
Factory handbooks in good condition including Becker owners manual
MOT to 16th June 2025 with no advisories and 151,931 miles showing on test
Few MOT advisories through time
Private registration plate not included in sale

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The Condition

Attractive dark Azurite Blue (366O) with matching hard top
Paintwork to car and hard top both in very good condition with few signs of age
Facellift car with upgraded asthetics including vents cut into front wings
Bodywork is very well kept with some light marks but nothing immediately noticeable
Exterior fittings including lights and trim all well kept with clear light lenses
Sits on upgraded five spoke AMG-style alloy wheels which are very well kept
Quality Michelin tyres fitted showing good condition and plenty of tread
Originally supplied with 8 hole factory alloys, which is retained for the non-matching spare
Dark Blue, factory-correct roof which appears to be original and in good order
Convertible roof shows good colour and finish and clear rear screens
Soft top headlining in beige and generally well kept with only light water staining to note
Hard top in very good condition condition inside and out and supplied with stand and cover
Underside in good order with no structural advisories on current long MOT
Very smart beige leather (265A) interior with complementary chocolate dashboard and wheel
Few signs of use and age across interior including driver’s seat bolster and footwell
Walnut wood veneers in good order showing no obvious scuffs or marks
Switchgear similarly well presented
Fitted with original Becker Traffic Pro stereo with boot-mounted CD multichanger unit
Supplied with folding and removable wind deflector
Specification includes factory fitted heated seats

The Mechanics

Fitted with very durable M104 24V 225bhp 3,199cc straight six engine
5spd automatic gearbox
Factory tool kit included
Regularly serviced and maintained with good history file shown in photographs
Most of the work has been carried out by a well regarded marque specialist
Last serviced in June 2022 with less than 5,000 miles covered since
No mechanical or running gear advisories on current MOT
No reported running or driving issues to advise
Used regularly but sparingly by the current long term keeper

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