
Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
R129 - R129
Sold for £7,875
Sold on 23 Apr 2026
Registration – T495 CRF Chassis No. – WDB1290642F179696 M.O.T. – July 2026 Odometer – 40,986 Few modern classics encapsulate the effortless sophistication of late twentieth century Mercedes-Benz quite as convincingly as the R129 SL. Introduced at the close of the 1980s and produced for over a decade, the model combined understated elegance with engineering integrity, advanced safety features and genuine long distance refinement. Today, well preserved low mileage examples are increasingly sou...
The R129 SL320 (1994-2001) used the M104 3.2-litre inline-six with 231hp. Popular choice offering good performance with six-cylinder smoothness. Well-balanced.
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
Price on request
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Hammer prices from UK auctions, most recent 300 sales.