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Mercedes-Benz SL-Class

R129

1995 Mercedes-Benz (R129) SL280

1990

113,296 miles

Automatic

Petrol

Minchinburry, NSW

£10,000 – £15,000

Estimate range

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Listing Source

Collecting Cars

Auction

Estimate

£10,000 - £15,000

Location

Minchinburry, NSW

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Buyer notes

Includes an electric soft top and a removable factory hardtop.
Reportedly supplied new through Mercedes-Benz of Sydney.
Accompanied by service history documentation.

The displayed reading of 113,296 km is not warranted.

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About the SL280

The R129 SL280 (1993-2001) used the M104 2.8-litre inline-six with 193hp. Entry-level V6 alternative to the 300SL. Adequate for relaxed touring.

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