Winning bid
£10,250

1999 Mercedes-Benz SL280 (R129)

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Highlights

  • 2.8L V6 powerplant with 5-speed automatic transmission
  • Brilliant Silver Metallic paintwork (744O) with Blue Nappa Leather interior (232A)
  • Highly original condition with an MOT until September 2024
  • Full glass panoramic hard top
  • Genuine low miles

The Appeal

Replacing the ever-iconic R107 roadster, the R129 had big boots to fill for the imminent 90s - and was more than capable. With its modernised styling and impressive leather interior, the car wasn’t just a successor - it was an upgrade. 
This example is in rare order, still carrying its factory paintwork and interior - and boasts plenty of time on its MOT, with zero advisories.  

The History and Paperwork

  • Built in 1998
  • First registered in February 1999
  • The DVLA notes 6 previous owners
  • In current ownership since June 2023
  • The car currently indicates 66,224 miles
  • This is authenticated by the car’s MOT history
  • The MOT is valid until September 2024 with no advisories
  • Paperwork file includes:
    • V5c document
    • A selection of invoices
    • Original owner’s manual
    • Original service booklet with plenty of service records
    • A selection of MOT certificates
    • Original leather document booklet

The Condition

  • Brilliant Silver Metallic paintwork (744O) 
  • Paintwork is in excellent order with plenty of shine
  • We can’t see any clear signs of dents or dings
  • The car is sitting on its original alloys
  • Blue soft top has a small rip in the fold
  • These are shod in Continental tyres
  • Blue Nappa Leather interior (232A)
  • Highly original, right down to the Audio 10 cassette player
  • Upholstery in excellent order with no rips or tears
  • Gentle signs of wear to the bolsters
  • Rear bench is in excellent condition 

The Mechanics

  • 2.8L V6 powerplant 
  • 5-speed 5G-TRONIC automatic transmission
  • Engine bay looks in excellent order with no significant faults
  • We’ve no reports of any leaks, knocks, bangs or smoke
  • The car is free of any significant mechanical faults
  • MOT is valid until September 2024 and has zero advisories

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Auction Details

  • Year1999
  • MakeMercedes
  • ModelSL Class
  • ColourSilver
  • Odometer66,224 Miles
  • Engine size2799cc
  • Seller TypePrivate
  • TownSouthend-on-Sea
  • CountyEssex
  • CountryUnited Kingdom
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Bidding history

19 Bids

Brian x••••
Bid
£10,250
06/11/23
Brian x••••
Bid
£9,500
06/11/23
beast.l••••
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£9,200
06/11/23
Brian x••••
Bid
£9,000
06/11/23
beast.l••••
Bid
£8,700
06/11/23
Brian x••••
Bid
£8,500
06/11/23
beast.l••••
Bid
£8,200
06/11/23
Brian x••••
Bid
£8,000
06/11/23
beast.l••••
Bid
£7,700
06/11/23
Brian x••••
Bid
£7,500
06/11/23

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