In Brief:

Decent example of a R129 generation SL 320
Finished in Azurite Blue over a Beige leather interior
Owned by The Vendor for the last 18 years
3 former keepers
Hardtop and stand included

Auctioneer’s Notes:

A decent example of the R129 generation Mercedes-Benz SL320 finished in attractive Azurite Blue over a Beige leather interior. Owned by the Vendor for the last 18 years, this long-term ownership example benefits from just three former keepers. The car presents well overall and is supplied with its factory hard top and hard top stand which is conveniently stored in the boot.

Maintenance & Condition:

The vehicle is accompanied by a selection of invoices for servicing and maintenance along with a large quantity of previous MOT certificates, indicating regular upkeep throughout its life. Cosmetically the car presents well overall, although the passenger-side front wing is suffering from lacquer damage. Unfortunately, the original bookpack and service book do not accompany the vehicle.

History:

Having remained with the same owner for nearly two decades, this SL320 represents a long-term enthusiast-owned example. The accompanying invoices and extensive collection of MOT certificates help provide a record of the car’s use and maintenance over the years.

The Model:

The Mercedes-Benz R129 SL was produced between 1988 and 2001 and replaced the long-running R107 model before being succeeded by the R230 for the 2003 model year. Renowned for its engineering sophistication, the R129 featured an electro-hydraulic folding soft top, an automatically deploying roll-over bar, and the option of a detachable colour-matched hardtop. Offered with a wide range of engines during its production run, the SL320 utilised the smooth and durable 3.2-litre 24-valve DOHC inline-six engine as opposed to the later V6-powered variant.

Sale Insight:

With classic Mercedes-Benz build quality, the R129 SL is now firmly established as a desirable modern classic. Offered at No Reserve, this Azurite Blue example presents an appealing opportunity to acquire a well-kept long-term ownership SL320 with hard top included, offering enjoyable open-top motoring with the potential for light cosmetic improvement.