2004 Mercedes-Benz R230 SL55 AMG
Highlights
- Full service history with under 4,000 miles since last service
- Stylish Obisidian Black metallic with red leather cabin
- Well kept car inside and out with high specification
- Versatile coupe/convertible with 520bhp supercharged V8
- Long MOT to June 2025 with no advisories
- Folding hard top with panoramic roof
The Appeal
There’s a strong case for arguing that the R230 SL55 is all the weekend car or distinctive daily you’ll ever need. Both coupe and convertible plus sports car and luxury GT, these 520bhp also add viscerally exciting performance into the mix.
This one is a welcome change from the more common SL55 colour schemes, its smart Obsidian Black matched with a stand-out red leather interior. The condition is very good inside and out, matched by the service history which runs continuous to 75,000 miles, just 3,300 miles ago. All work has been undertaken by main dealers and marque specialists.
This high specification car is in fully working order and arrives on the market with a long MOT to June 2025 containing no advisories.
History and Paperwork
- First registered 18th March 2004
- Factory delivered October 2003
- Six registered keepers
- Current keeper since May 2020
- Always garaged by current keeper
- Sparingly used by current keeper as confirmed by MOT and service history
- Good history file with comprehensive folder of documentation
- Factory handbooks in good condition
- 11 service stamps to 74,689 miles in June 2019
- All servicing work by main dealers and independent marque specialists
- MOT to 20th June 2025 with no advisories
- 77,943 miles showing on MOT test and now on 78,017 miles
The Condition
- Well kept car in Obsidian Black metallic with generally tidy paintwork
- Some light marks to paintwork to note in photographs
- These include minor scuffs, scratches and stone chips to localised areas
- Bodywork presents well with straight panels and no reported accident damage
- Folding hard top with optional panoramic glass roof in good working order
- Small area of bubbling to note to offside rear arch but otherwise appears solid
- No structural advisories for underside on the current MOT
- Black 19in split spoke five spoke bolted alloy wheels with polished rims
- Alloy wheels in good, presentable condition with light kerbing to note
- Fitted with quality Continental tyres showing good condition
- Red leather (287A) AMG specification interior in very good condition
- Few signs of use and age inside including to driver’s seat bolster and footwell
- High specification car with COMAND, Keyless Go and heated screen wash, amongst other features
- Electric front seats with memory, heating and massage functions
- We have no reported of faults or issues with interior electrical functions
The Mechanics
- 5.5-litre (5,439cc) V8 520bhp engine
- 5spd automatic gearbox
- ABC adaptive suspension system with no reported issues
- Well-maintained car to 74,689 miles by main dealers and specialists
- Good history file as shown in photographs
- The vendor states it is in great mechanical condition and ‘lovely to drive’
- No mechanical or running gear advisories on current MOT test
- No reported running or driving issues
BEFORE YOU BUY
This sale is subject to the Car & Classic Terms and Conditions. By bidding and/or making an offer, you also agree to the following:
✓ The seller is registered as a private seller which means consumer rights stemming from EU consumer protection law do not come into effect. However, you are still covered by Car & Classic’s own Terms and Conditions..
✓ We request that a non-refundable fee be paid if you are the lucky winning bidder at auction or if your offer is accepted Please refer to our helpful FAQs and T&Cs for specific rates.
✓ This vehicle is “Sold As Seen”, on an “As Is Where Is’ basis and without warranty. Photos and descriptions are solely for guidance purposes and it's customary to carry out a full inspection of the vehicle prior to purchase for your own peace of mind.
✓ VAT is included in the buyer's fee. VAT may or may not be included in the final bid or offer price, as specified in the listing.
✓ We want a smooth transaction just as much as you do and as such we run all UK-registered cars and motorbikes for sale on Car & Classic through an online HPI check to verify that they show no insurance database markers for damage or theft, and have no finance owing, allowing you to bid with confidence.
✓ We also check whether vehicles are recorded as being written off as part of an insurance total loss claim at the time an advert is placed on Car & Classic and we helpfully provide write-off category labels (Cat C/D/S/N) for your assistance. However, the presence or absence of a label does not guarantee the vehicle’s status and it is always worthwhile carrying out your own full vehicle history check before making an offer on a vehicle.
✓ Buyers are responsible for vehicle collection
or delivery. Importing vehicles may result in additional customs duties and import taxes so it’s worth checking beforehand..
Vehicle specification
- Year 2004
- Make Mercedes
- Model SL Class
- Colour Black
- Odometer 78,097 Miles
- Engine size 5439
Listing Details
- Seller type Private
- Town Birmingham
- Location West Midlands
- Country United Kingdom
The Gallery
Make an offer
This seller is open to offers. Enter the amount you'd like to pay and if your offer is accepted, a member of the team will be in touch.
Under offer
This seller has accepted an offer.
Click the star to watch the listing and keep an eye on it in the favourites section of your account, or search for something similar.