In Brief:

• Tidy and usable example of a R129 generation SL 320
• Finished in Azurite Blue over a Beige leather interior
• Owned by The Vendor for the last 2 years
• 5 former keepers
• Comes with stamped service book
• Genuine 86,328 miles from new

On the Surface:

A tidy example of the desirable R129-generation SL, this 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL 320 is finished in Azurite Blue complemented by a Beige leather interior. The car presents very well throughout and it comes complete with its original removable hard top, a fully functioning soft top, and both the full-size spare wheel and original wind deflector stowed in the boot.

Maintenance & History:

In the hands of The Vendor for the past two years, with five former keepers recorded. This example is accompanied by a wealth of invoices for parts, servicing and maintenance as well as it's original Mercedes-Benz bookpack containing the handbooks and Service Booklet. The latter shows 7 service stamps, covering maintenance between 1998 (at 13,318 miles) and 2011 (at 74,491 miles). The current mileage of 86,328 is proved genuine by service history and MOT's. Recent maintenance includes the replacement of the front coil springs and a Lanoguard treatment to the underside, providing additional protection against corrosion. The Vendor assures that the soft top operates correctly and that the car remains in good mechanical and cosmetic condition.

The Model:

The Mercedes-Benz R129 SL was produced from 1988 until 2001, succeeding the long-running R107 and setting new standards for a luxury roadster. This particular example represents the earlier incarnation of the R129 SL 320, powered by the robust 3.2-litre M104 24-valve straight-six engine producing 228 bhp as opposed to the later 3.2 litre V6 introduced in 1998.

Sale Insight:

R748 ODA offers an excellent opportunity to acquire a well-presented and usable R129 SL 320.

Estimate:
£4,000 - £5,000