1995 Mercedes-Benz SL280 R129

Highlights

• In current ownership for 24 years, purchased from a Mercedes-Benz main dealer in 2002
• The vendor states the car has a Mercedes-Benz main dealer service history throughout its life
• MOT valid until 13 May 2027
• Comprehensive history file with original documentation included
• Hard top with storage cradle included

The Appeal

This generation of the SL is widely regarded as the last of the truly over-engineered Mercedes-Benz roadsters, built to a standard that prioritised engineering integrity above all else. The endurance of these handsome convertibles is the stuff of legend as a result, and for many the R129 is an essential modern classic.

This SL280 has been in the same family's care for 24 years, purchased when the odometer showed 25,400 miles. It was driven regularly at around 5,000 miles per year until 2020, and has since been exercised monthly to keep everything in order. The vendor states it retains a Mercedes-Benz main dealer service history from new, supported by a file of service and repair documentation, the original factory build sheet, and the leather owner's manual.

Freshly serviced by Mercedes-Benz Ashford in May 2026 with a current MOT, this is a well-documented, carefully maintained R129 offered with both hard and soft tops, two sets of keys, and a private registration plate.

Key Information

• Mileage: 162,496 miles
• Country of registration: United Kingdom
• Technical inspection status: MOT valid until 13 May 2027
• Technical specs: 2,799cc inline-six petrol, 4-speed automatic
• Paperwork: Original factory build sheet, leather owner's manual, and comprehensive service and repair documentation

The Detail

• Last serviced by Mercedes-Benz Ashford, Kent in May 2026, including MOT
• The vendor tells us that the car starts, drives, and stops as it did when acquired in 2002
• All instrumentation and switchgear reported to be in working order
• Leather seats in good order, with gentle patina
• Veneer crack around the offside door
• Soft top is watertight and weatherproof but shows some signs of discolouration and wear
• Hood rear glass replaced in September 2009 and reported to remain in very good condition
• Some scuffs and marks to the paintwork, especially around the bonnet, sills and arches
• Rear nearside alloy wheel has minor corrosion towards the centre fixing bolts
• Minor underbody surface corrosion to the rear axle carrier and exhaust system/catalyst, as reported by Mercedes-Benz
• Wind deflector fitted behind the front seats; minor mesh damage from a bird impact, but performance reportedly unaffected
• Factory specification does not include air conditioning, cruise control, or headlight washers
• The vendor states the spare wheel is in very good condition
• Two sets of ignition keys included, with batteries replaced at the last service
• Private registration plate included in the sale

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