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Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
R129 - R129
1999 Mercedes-Benz SL 320
1999
40,986 miles
Automatic
Petrol
Sold for £7,875
Sold on 23 Apr 2026
Description
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...
About the SL320
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.
Known Issues to Watch For
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.
Desirable Options
V8 or V12 engine, Hard-top, Panoramic roof option, Full leather, Heated seats, Service history with roof maintenance documented
Specifications
Performance
Horsepower231 hp
Torque310 Nm
Engine & Drivetrain
Engine0.0L
Fuel TypePetrol
TransmissionAutomatic
Drive TypeRWD
Vehicle Details
Year1999
Mileage40,986 miles
Body StyleConvertible
Production Info
Production Years1993 - 2001
GenerationR129
Listing Source
Price on request
199940,986 milesAutomatic
