1991 Mercedes-Benz 500SL R129

Highlights

• Low documented mileage of under 70,000 miles
• 322bhp 5L V8 R129 in popular Brilliant Silver
• Only five keepers form new
• Well maintained with 1,000 miles since last service
• Current MOT valid to August 2026 - New MOT will be completed prior to handover.

The Appeal

It seems that when it came to fulfilling engineering objects, the sole focus for the R129’s team was to build a grand tourer as relaxing as it is reliable. Arguably one of Bruno Sacco’s finest designs, including those classic ‘Sacco Planks’ these durable cars are a perennial of the classic scene because they are so usable.

The 500SL got the firm’s V8 M119 322bhp engine, sufficient to munch miles and devour continents with ease. The handful of keepers over this tidy Brilliant Silver 500SL’s 37 years have somehow managed to resist that, keeping the mileage down to under 70,000 miles, which is barely run in for one of these cars.

The history file supports the sense of a well-cared-for car, showing regular attention up to 1,000 miles ago in 2023. The current MOT runs to August 2026. There are a few points to note on the test, but it allows plenty of time over the summer to enjoy this big cruiser.

Key Information

• Mileage: 69,769 miles (supported by MOT and service records )
• Country of registration: United Kingdom
• Technical inspection status: MOT valid to 27th August 2026 with advisories
• Technical specs: 4,973cc 322bhp M1199 V8, 5spd 5G-TRONIC automatic
• Paperwork: invoices, handbooks, V5C, service book, typed list of history
• Vendor informs us the central locking is no longer working but all doors do lock with the key

Service and maintenance history (further details in photos):

• 04/25 - 69406 miles - Rovertune Ltd
• 07/23 - 68,701 miles - Antwis Engineering
• 07/22 - 68,180 miles - Charcott Garage
• 07/21 - 67,782 miles - Days Garage
• 07/20 - 67,568 miles - Days Garage
• 06/19 - 67,059 miles - Days Garage, Edenbridge
• 07/18 - 66,814 miles - Days Garage, Edenbridge
• 07/17 - 66,251 miles - Mercedes-Benz of Tonbridge
• 07/16 - 65,608 miles - Mercedes-Benz of Tonbridge
• 07/15 - 65,460 miles - Mercedes-Benz of Tonbridge
• 07/14 - 65,350 miles - Mercedes-Benz of Tonbridge
• 07/13 - 65,184 miles - Mercedes-Benz of Tonbridge
• 06/12 - 65,117 miles - Mercedes-Benz of Tonbridge
• 06/11 - 64,848 miles - Mercedes-Benz of Tonbridge
• 06/10 - 64,600 miles - Mercedes-Benz of Tonbridge
• 07/09 - 63,701 miles - Mercedes-Benz of Tonbridge
• 07/08 - 62,972 miles - Mercedes-Benz of Tonbridge
• 07/07 - 61,095 miles - Mercedes-Benz of Tonbridge
• 07/06 - 59,163 miles - Mercedes-Benz of Tonbridge
• 07/05 - 57,719 miles - Mercedes-Benz of Tonbridge
• 08/04 - 56,143 miles - Mercedes-Benz of Tonbridge
• 07/03 - 56,143 miles - Mercedes-Benz of Tonbridge
• 09/02 - 50,185 miles - B Webb, Alderley Road, Chelford
• 07/01 - 44,010 miles - B Webb, Alderley Road, Chelford
• 05/00 - 37,774 miles - B Webb, Alderley Road, Chelford
• 11/99 - 36,738 miles - B Webb, Alderley Road, Chelford
• 11/98 - 31,308 miles - B Webb, Alderley Road, Chelford
• 01/98 - 21,720 miles - Mercedes-Benz, Macclesfield
• 04/97 - 13,322 miles - Mercedes-Benz, Macclesfield
• 08/96 - 9,601 miles - Carols of Wolverhampton
• 12/93 - 4,573 miles - Carols of Wolverhampton
• 01/92 - 377 miles - Carols of Wolverhampton
• 07/91 - 0 miles - Carols of Wolverhampton

The Detail

• Well kept Brilliant Silver metallic with darker grey bumpers and ‘Sacco Planks
• Bodywork and paintwork are well kept with a few marks to note typical of age
• New bonnet hood insulation and adhesive included (needs installing)
• Factory eight-spoke alloys in good overall condition with some kerbing to note
• None-matching full size alloy spare included
• Continental tyres with advisories to note on MOT
• Underside as shown with no structural advisories on MOT
• Black folding fabric roof that appears to be in good condition
• Hard top included, roof liner sagging
• Hard top trolley holder included
• Beige leather interior in good order with smart walnut veneers
• Interior presents well with light wear to usual high traffic areas
• Cabin features Blaupunkt classic radio cassette
• High specification car including electric and memory operation to both front seats
• Well maintained as detailed above
• Advisories to note on current MOT
• Only one key included
• Central locking not working but all doors do lock
• Sagging lining on hardtop

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