2010 MERCEDES-BENZ SLS AMG

KEY FACTS

• A well-presented and smartly specified example of the highly regarded Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG with low mileage from new.
• Powered by AMG’s naturally aspirated 563bhp 6.2-litre V8 and combined with an AMG Speedshift seven-speed automatic dual-clutch transmission.
• First registered in September 2010, this example has been in the possession of the vendor since 2014, in which time the vehicle has been subject to regular but limited use and serviced by Mercedes-Benz of Macclesfield irrespective of mileage covered during the interim period. 

EQUIPMENT AND OPTIONS

• The SLS moniker stands for ‘Super Leicht Sport’ (Super Light Sport), and this focus on high performance and low weight is exemplified by the use of an aluminium spaceframe and carbon-fibre driveshaft. 
• Offered for sale in original and unmodified factory specification, the black colour scheme is maintained throughout, including Dinamica black roof lining and optional AMG Performance steering wheel trimmed in Alcantara and Nappa leather.
• The cabin is stylishly punctuated with contrasting silver topstitching throughout and brushed aluminium trim for the centre console, instrument panel and air vents. Door sill panels are body coloured with Nappa leather inserts and embossed with AMG lettering.
• Factory-fitted equipment also includes heated AMG sports seats, bi-xenon front headlamps with integrated LED daytime driving lights, and a rear parking camera.
• AMG seven-spoke light-alloy wheels are in staggered factory configuration with 19-inch Dunlop Sport Maxx tyres to the front, and 20-inch Continental SportContact tyres to the rear.
• The digital service record demonstrating comprehensive Mercedes-Benz main-dealer service history accompanies the vehicle.

CONDITION

• The aluminium bodywork shows no sign of damage and the paintwork is described by the vendor as being in excellent overall condition, with some stone chips to the front of the vehicle. The wheels are in overall very good condition with very light surface corrosion evident, and a minor chip visible to the nearside front wheel.
• The hand-stitched Nappa leather interior appears in superb order, with minimal wear visible to the seats. Minor scratches are evident to the leather trimmed glovebox cover, which would benefit from re-colouring to match the overall excellent condition of the interior trim.
• The engine bay features the personalised plaque bearing the signature of its creator, denoting the handcrafted nature of the engine under AMG’s ‘one-engine, one-man’ philosophy.
• There are no known mechanical or electrical faults, however the last MOT, conducted in September 2020, noted advisories relating to inside edge wear on the front tyres and low efficiency of the parking brake.

SERVICE HISTORY

• The most recent service was performed at Mercedes-Benz of Macclesfield in June 2020, with the odometer reading 19,977 miles, consisting of an engine oil and filter replacement. The vendor notes that the service interval indicator was not reset at this time, though this visit is reflected in the service record.
• The prior service was conducted in April 2019, at 19,564 miles, which included an engine oil and filter change and replacement of the cabin/dust combination filter.

Summary of service history:

• 20/09/2011 – 3355 miles – Mercedes-Benz Temple Fortune – Service A
• 05/10/2012 – 7385 miles - Mercedes-Benz of Beaconsfield – Service B
• 11/01/2014 – 9219 miles - Mercedes-Benz of Beaconsfield – Service A
• 13/01/2015 – 13,722 miles - Mercedes-Benz of Macclesfield – Service B
• 02/03/2016 – 15,752 miles - Mercedes-Benz of Macclesfield – Service A
• 27/02/2017 – 17,573 miles - Mercedes-Benz of Macclesfield – Service B
• 13/03/2018 – 18,758 miles - Mercedes-Benz of Macclesfield – Service A
• 03/04/2019 – 19,564 miles - Mercedes-Benz of Macclesfield – Service B
• 25/06/2020 – 19,997 miles - Mercedes-Benz of Macclesfield – Service A

SUMMARY

A highly desirable super-sports car, this SLS AMG is presented in a smart factory specification with comprehensive Mercedes-Benz service history. The combination of imposing retro-inspired design aesthetics with characteristic ‘gullwing’ doors and resonant 563bhp V8 make this eye-catching machine a true modern classic.

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