Highlights

45,285 miles confirmed by a clean CARFAX document
Matching numbers
Only two registered keepers from new
Comes with a Mercedes Datacard detailing factory options (see below)
All duties and VAT paid following import to the Netherlands
Seller can assist with transport worldwide

The Appeal

With the R129, Mercedes-Benz went places it had never gone before with previous SLs. In addition to innovative features like the 'electrohydraulic' folding roof, the range-topping R129s could be specced with Mercedes' gargantuan 6.0-litre V12, making it one of the fastest convertibles around.

This 1997 example is rather special. It has a mere 45,285 miles on the odometer, confirmed by a clean CARFAX document. It has also had just two registered keepers and is reportedly a matching-numbers example. Below, we've included the Mercedes-Benz Datacard, which lists the car's factory options.

With all import duties and VAT paid this SL600 is ready for its next adventure once the next owner registers it in their country of choice.

The History and Paperwork

US market LHD example first registered in 1997
Comes with a USA Title and European import documentation
All duties and VAT have been paid
Matching numbers vehicle
Mercedes Datacard included
Low mileage confirmed by a clean CARFAX document
Located in Schiedam, Netherlands
45,285 warranted miles
Seller can assist with transport worldwide

The Mercedes-Benz Datacard reads as follows;

General Data:

FIN WDB1290761F154203
VIN WDBFA76F5VF154203
Model Year 1997
Model SL 600
Engine 120983 12 002183
Transmission 722621 00 375457
Order Number 0 7 705 87411
Order Location UNITED STATES (USA)
Production Number 3102374
Interior EXCLUSIVE MUSHROOM LEATHER (565A)
Paint 1 POLAR WHITE (149U)
Paint 2 POLAR WHITE (149O)
Release Date 1997-04-30
Delivery Date 1997-05-02
Approx. Build Date 1997-04

Code Description:

057 Year Of Modification 96/2
216 Self-leveling Suspension All-around, With Adaptive Damping System (Ads)
251 Radio Mb - Exquisit - Usa
309 Cup Holder
340 Additional 3rd Stop Lamp
461 Instrument With Miles Ind. And English Legend
472 Electronic Stability Program (Esp)
494 Version For Usa
524 Paintwork - Preservation
551 Anti-theft/anti-break-in Warning System
612 Xenon Headlight
634 Deletion - First Aid Kit
636 Deletion - Warning Triangle
668 Mode Of Packing Ve Iii With Styropor Bumper Rails
740 Black Soft Top Fabric 9001
807 Change Of Model Year, The Last Figure Showing The New Model Year
810 Sound System

The Condition

149 'Polar White' paintwork presents very well in the photographs
This SL appears to be a straight and solid example and the vendor doesn't report any major imperfections or signs of notable deterioration
'Electrohydraulic' soft top roof reportedly in good working order
Leather interior and seats appear in very smart condition with minimal wear in line with the low mileage
Wheels and tyres look in very good order with no significant kerb damage reported

The Mechanics

6.0-litre (5,987CC) V12
Five-speed automatic transmission
Equipped with ABS, traction control, power steering and power brakes
We understand the Mercedes Benz to be in running, driving order

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