Winning bid
£5,840

1997 Mercedes-Benz SL280 (R129) Auto

Highlights

  • Well presented example
  • Great maintenance record
  • Detachable hardtop
  • Recent Mohair soft top

THE APPEAL

Both a luxury roadster and a technologically advanced grand tourer, the R129 is a superb SL series that provides open-top thrills with a sophisticated splendour. Revealed in 1989 at the Geneva Motor Show, the elite convertible captivated crowds and wowed critics with its era-advanced technology such as Brake assist, stability control, active suspension amping, plus a pop-out bar to protect the occupants in the event the car rolls on its roof. In addition, the car featured a versatile roof set-up, which included a hydraulic fold-out roof and removable hardtop. 

This  1997 registered SL280 is presented well with a great maintenance record, including several entries to the manufacturer's service portfolio and part invoices. The car has also benefited from a new mohair
soft-top roof plus a recent body shop visit where areas of the exterior were improved. It has been thoroughly enjoyed by the vendor over the last six years, being used on occasion during the summer months and being kept garaged and covered otherwise.

THE HISTORY AND PAPERWORK

  • UK registered 27th May 1997 by Mercedes-Benz Dealership Rossette Eastbourne
  • 6 former keepers
  • Current ownership since 2017
  • V5c present
  • Manufacture manual and booklet present
  • Manufacture service portfolio included with 17 entries
  • Last service entry dated February 2019 at 91,691 miles
  • Additional supporting documentation in the form of invoices included
  • Current MOT until April 2024
  • Past MOT certificates included
  • Only 4,000 miles covered in last 6 years

THE INTERIOR

  • Blue Nappa Leather
  • Walnut Veneer
  • Presented well with small signs of usage
  • Stylish sports seats in good condition
  • Roof actuators were renewed in 2018
  • Small blemish showing on the driver's seat bolster
  • The front & rear passenger seats are in very good condition
  • Floor carpets and over mats free from tears and damage
  • Walnut trim in excellent condition
  • All switchgear reported being in working condition
  • Electrical adjustable, heated front seats
  • Pioneer stereo with handsfree installed 2018
  • Electric windows
  • Leather steering wheel
  • Electric adjustable steering column
  • Side impact protection
  • Automatic air condition

THE EXTERIOR

  • Bright Silver Metallic Paint
  • Presented very well
  • Sleek, stocky stance
  • Blue Mohair soft top
  • Removable Hardtop
  • AMG styling package
  • AMG modified front apron
  • AMG side sill trim
  • AMG rear skirt
  • 18’’ Alloys
  • AMG sports suspension
  • Small curb mark to alloys
  • Blemish by drivers door handle
  • Hardtop looks in very good condition

THE MECHANICS

  • 2799cc straight-6 petrol
  • Automatic transmission
  • MOT until 16th April 2024
  • No advisories were recorded on the last 3 MOT tests
  • Well-documented maintenance history
  • Reported to drive exceptionally
  • Starts without hesitation
  • The central locking pump needs to be replaced
  • New infra-red key 2020

SUMMARY

A beautifully crafted roadster with Mercedes’ usual sprinkle of luxurious magic. A car that will provide enjoyment all year round thanks to its versatile roof systems but the magic hits with that roof down and the sun shining. With a well-recorded maintenance portfolio and a recent body shop spruce-up, this convertible is quite the temptation.
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Auction Details

  • Year1997
  • MakeMercedes
  • Model280SL R129
  • ColourSilver
  • Odometer94,152 Miles
  • Engine size2799cc
  • Seller TypePrivate
  • TownMaidstone
  • CountyKent
  • CountryUnited Kingdom
  • Auction ends

Bidding history

22 Bids

davidpo••••
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£5,840
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alan-st••••
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£5,740
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£5,640
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£5,540
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£5,440
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alan-st••••
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£5,340
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£5,300
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alan-st••••
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£5,200
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£5,100
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ltw1969••••
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£5,000
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