Highlights

Only 20,496 miles from new
Single family ownership from new
Recently resprayed
Desirable, glass-roofed detachable hard top
Comprehensive service history with maintenance invoices

The Appeal

The R129 was Mercedes-Benz for a new decade. As the much-beloved and increasingly venerable R107 started to look a little long in the tooth, the new Sports-Leicht class was focused on modernising its styling, upgrading its tech, and maintaining the formula.

It may have been a little less imposing and utilitarian than its predecessor, but it didn't lack its dynamics. The R129 felt comfortable and relaxed while maintaining an impressive bite thanks to an array of powerplants that challenged practically every one of its rivals. Nowadays, it's a bonafide classic - and a good, low-mileage example is highly clamoured for.

This one, with only a whisker over 20,000 miles on the clock, offers exactly that. Recently resprayed, and cherished by the same family from new, it's a remarkably handsome, nicely-spec'd car that offers a superb gateway into Mercedes-Benz ownership.

The History and Paperwork

Registered in 1999
The DVLA records 2 keepers from new
Only 20,496 miles from new
Most recent MOT test conducted on 27 June 2024, resulting in a clean first-time pass
Last serviced in June 2024 at 20,494 miles by Delaceys
Recently resprayed
Accompanied by:
- V5C registration certificate
- Various maintenance invoices
- Historic MOT test certificates available
- Current MOT certificate

The Condition

Recently resprayed to eliminate surface marks
Green Black Metallic paintwork presents well
17-inch five-spoke alloy wheels with Continental tyres
Desirable, glass-roofed detachable hard top in good order
Saffron leather interior with walnut inlays
Everything is in good order and very handsomely presented
Instruments are clear and legible
Door cards, carpets and headlining in good order
Signs of wear on the driver’s seat bolster
The rest of the upholstery is in fine order
Boot is clean and well-presented

The Mechanics

3.2-Litre M112 V6 powerplant
Five-speed automatic transmission
Engine bay in very good order
Recent service in June 2024 at 20,494 miles by Delaceys
Brake light switch and battery replaced in February 2014
Strut tops and steering damper replaced in October 2013
Central locking pump and boot servo replaced in March 2013
Exhaust pipe and catalytic converters replaced in March 2011
We understand the car to be in fine mechanical health
This is backed by the clean MOT

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