2005 Mercedes-Benz SL350

Highlights

• SL350 in rare Opal Red
• Dark grey leather seats, light Maple wood veneer
• Later 7-speed transmission
• High specification includes full electric pack
• MOT valid until 15 March 2027

The Appeal

The R230 generation of Mercedes-Benz SL combined the effortless touring capabilities of its predecessor with greater sporting flavour and more dramatic styling, while adding a retractable hardtop. The model was an instant success, with customers appreciating its sharper looks, dynamic prowess and the convenience and refinement provided by the new roof system.
This SL350 has been owned by the seller for more than ten years, and is finished in rare and eye-catching Opel Red. It has been meticulously cared-for and regularly serviced by Mercedes-Benz specialists, and comes with an extensive history file.
Inside, the two-tone grey interior with dark grey leather seats and light Maple wood veneer is beautifully presented and highly original. Its generous specification includes full electric pack, parking sensors, retractable wind deflector, heated electric memory seats, dual-zone climate control, multi-function steering wheel and Kenwood audio system with navigation, Bluetooth and DAB.
The seller states that the car will be sold with a 12-month MOT, and that the cherished registration plate will be removed prior to sale.
The seller says, “This is a truly lovely SL which can be used in all weather conditions. I’m only selling it due to purchasing a newer SL”. In a genuinely rare colour, and with a generous specification, this is a versatile, sporting car that will provide great pleasure to its next owner.

Key Information

• Mileage: 102,322 miles (indicated)
• Country of registration: United Kingdom
• Technical inspection status: MOT valid until 15 March 2027
• Technical specs: 3,724cc 245hp V6 petrol, 7-speed automatic
• Paperwork: V5C, original manuals, service book (stamped), all previous invoices
• Notice to bidders: the cherished registration plate will be removed prior to sale

Service history:

11/24 – 92,917 miles

02/23 – 82,642 miles

05/21 – 73,165 miles

08/19 – 65,292 miles

12/17 – 55,179 miles

03/16 – 45,343 miles

01/08 – 9,530 miles

The Detail

• Rare Opel Red exterior
• 18-inch alloy wheels
• Two-tone grey interior with dark grey leather seats
• Light Maple wood veneer
• Electric memory heated front seats
• Retractable wind deflector behind front seats
• Original first aid kit present beneath passenger seat
• Parking sensors
• Heated electric memory seats
• Dual-zone climate control
• Multi-function steering wheel
• Kenwood audio system with navigation, Bluetooth and DAB
• Regularly serviced by Mercedes-Benz specialists
• Provided with two keys
• MOT valid until 15 March 2027 – seller states that the car will be provided with an MOT with 12-month validity

Most recent work:
10/25 – £633.36 – A Fordable Cars (Invoice # not given)

• New coolant circulation pump, new registration plate panel and light

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