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Highlights
- Everything works including the hydraulic convertible hood
- Lots of recent work and servicing evidenced by invoices
- Has proved to be very reliable and enjoyable to use during the vendor’s ownership
The Appeal
The enormous success of the Mercedes-Benz R107 was a tough act to follow but the Bruno Sacco designed R129 SL filled its predecessor's shoes perfectly. Now bonafide classics in their own right, R129s are increasingly desirable and look every bit as good today as they did at launch in 1989.
This sleek black SL 320 is a really smart example that the vendor assures us is as sound mechanically as it is cosmetically. With lots of invoices detailing recent expenditure and an MOT until March 2023, this is a fine specimen that we’re sure the next owner will cherish.
The History and Paperwork
- MOT valid until March 2023
- Acquired by the vendor to complete a road trip which it did without incident
- Invoices evidence recent servicing
- Service book no longer present
- The vendor states that they have invoices for 7 previous services
The Interior
- Believed to be all original and without modifications
- Black perforated leather presents really well with minimal wear considering the car’s age
- Not much in the way of wear to any of the controls
- Walnut veneers remain in good shape
- No cracking evident on any of the interior plastics
- Very presentable carpeting throughout the cabin and boot
- Full-size spare wheel
- The vendor informs us that all the instrumentation and switchgear works
- We’re informed that the air conditioning has been serviced and the ignition switch has been replaced
The Exterior
- Black paintwork in good overall condition
- The vendor points out the odd stone chip and touch in but nothing of note
- Small scrape on the rear bumper although this has been carefully touched in
- The vendor informs us that they have not been able to see any lacquer peel
- The brightwork presents well overall with some slight fading to the 3 pointed star and grill
- Soft top and hard top roofs both present and in good condition
- Hydraulic hood raises and lowers with ease having recently received new fluid
- Sits upon smart alloy wheels shod with Pirelli Cinturatos
- The vendor informs us that the underside is in good condition
The Mechanics
- 3.2-litre straight-six engine
- Reported to start, run and drive really well
- Brakes well with evidence of new brake pads and fluid in the invoices
- Front wishbones changed
- Recent engine service including new fluids and spark plugs
- The vendor informs us that the car also received a full gearbox service
- Some work has been carried out to the exhaust mounts
- The dual horns and abs sensor have also been replaced
- Has proved to be very reliable transport for the vendor
Summary
This is a really smart example of Mercedes-Benz’s enduringly popular R129 SL. With a smooth straight-six engine and several roof options, this is a great car to live with and we’re sure it will go on many adventures with its next owner.
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