1992 MERCEDES-BENZ (R129) 300SL-24 - 16,939 KM

KEY FACTS

• A wonderful low-mileage, one-family-owned example of the 1990s roadster.
• Power comes from a 3.0-litre, M104 DOHC 24-valve inline-six, which drives the rear wheels through a four-speed automatic transmission.
• Delivered new to the vendor’s uncle, the car was stored in a garage for a number of years, before being recommissioned by the vendor in the last two years of ownership.

EQUIPMENT AND OPTIONS

• This R129 benefits from a strong factory specification, including electric memory seats, eight-hole alloy wheels, electric windows, climate control, and a black folding top.
• The history of the vehicle is unfortunately missing, meaning only the service and work records from the recommissioning work remain.

CONDITION

• There is no body damage to the vehicle.
• The Brilliant Silver paintwork is in very good condition overall, with some minor marks noted on the offside front wing, nearside lower bumper splitter, and nearside rear wing, along with a few stone chips on the front end.
• All four wheels have evidence of surface corrosion, though they are presentable and have no kerbing marks.
• Inside, the cabin remains in excellent shape, with only minor wear to the front seats, and a few marks on high-traffic areas such as the sill covers, dashboard and door cards.
• There are no known faults with the vehicle, and no warning lights on the dashboard.
• The most recent safety test took place during January 2020, which resulted in no warnings or advisories.

SERVICE HISTORY

• The most recent service took place during January 2020, which included a standard oil change being carried out.
• Prior to this, the car was serviced during November 2019 and in March 2018.
• Outside of servicing, the coolant system has also been refreshed including new pipework and hoses; new spark plugs, gearbox hoses and bushes, refinished brake discs, a repaired headliner and new soft top including computer and ECU.
• The cam belt was last changed during 2017 including new bearings and pulleys.

SUMMARY

With very good recent maintenance history in particular, this Mercedes-Benz 300SL-24 represents a rare opportunity to acquire a car that has resided in the same family from new. It makes a strong case for being a usable and distinguished daily driver, or simply saved up to be enjoyed during warm weekends.

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