
Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
R129 - R129
£20,000 – £30,000
Estimate range
Bidding ends 25 Sept at 19:12
Auction Date
Friday, 25 September 2026
Ends at 19:12
Estimate
£20,000 - £30,000
Location
Keighley
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The R129 SL500 (1989-2001) used the M119 5.0-litre V8 with 326hp. The volume seller offering effortless V8 performance. The definitive R129 choice for many. Smooth and refined.
Roof: Hydraulic system complex - pumps, rams, sensors. Must be carefully maintained. Budget £2k+ for full overhaul. Roll-bar mechanism must be tested. Engine: M103/M104 six reliable but head gaskets on 24v. M119 V8 generally bulletproof. M120 V12 complex - wiring harness, ignition, sensors. Transmission: 722.x autos generally robust. Body: Check for rust in sills, floor, inner wings. Suspension: Self-levelling rear standard - check operation. Electrics: Age-related issues. Soft-top: Check fabric and rear window.
V8 or V12 engine, Hard-top, Panoramic roof option, Full leather, Heated seats, Service history with roof maintenance documented
35 sold lots
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Auction Date
Friday, 25 September 2026
Ends at 19:12
Estimate
£20,000 - £30,000
Location
Keighley
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