1995 Mercedes-Benz SL320 R129

Highlights

• In family ownership since 2017
• Hard top and hard top stand included
• Believed to be mechanically standard throughout
• Complete with a reportedly comprehensive service history
• MOT valid until July 2027

The Appeal

The R129 is still celebrated as one of the best cars Mercedes-Benz have ever built, and amongst the last 'true Mercs', stemming from a time when their build quality was legendary. The SL320, powered by the silky M104 inline-six, offers a refined and characterful driving experience that many enthusiasts prefer to the larger-engined models. With these handsome roadsters now firmly established as a modern classic, well-kept examples are becoming increasingly sought after.

This 1995 example has benefited from careful stewardship, having been garage-stored and used only in dry conditions. The vendor tells us that the car drives beautifully, praising the straight-six engine for its sound and pull. Used for summer cruising around the north coast of Ireland, it is now offered for sale as the current owner no longer has the time to enjoy it as it deserves.

Key Information

• Mileage: 61,505 miles
• Country of registration: United Kingdom
• Technical inspection status: MOT valid until 20th of July 2027
• Technical specs: 3.2-litre inline-six petrol, five-speed automatic
• Paperwork: The vendor tells us that the car is accompanied by a comprehensive service history

The Detail

• Recently serviced and checked ahead of MOT
• New battery installed
• Soft top latch repaired at a local Mercedes specialist - a switch was not activating to confirm closure, but the latch itself now works correctly
• The vendor bodywork appears to be in very good condition with no major dents or dings
• Small scuff on the front right of the bumper
• Small crack on the plastic surround of the left wing mirror glass
• Small hole in the rear right window panel of the soft top
• Stitching broken at the joint between the rear left window panel and the soft top, approximately 10 cm in length
• The vendor notes that the interior is in very good condition with carpets and upholstery looking smart
• Radio replaced with a Sony CD player
• All instruments and switches reported to work as expected
• The vendor states the engine starts and runs well

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