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Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
R129 - R129
1998 Mercedes-Benz (R129) SL600
1998
143,000 miles
Automatic
Petrol
Auckland, NZ
£10,000 – £15,000
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Listing Source
About the SL600
The R129 SL600 (1993-2001) used the M120 6.0-litre V12 with 389hp. Ultimate luxury with twelve-cylinder refinement. Extraordinary but complex. Values rising for good examples.
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
Horsepower394 hp
Torque570 Nm
Engine & Drivetrain
Engine0.0L
Fuel TypePetrol
TransmissionAutomatic
Drive TypeRWD
Vehicle Details
Year1998
Mileage143,000 miles
Body StyleConvertible
Production Info
Production Years1992 - 2001
GenerationR129
Recently sold at auction: SL-Class
Price history: SL-Class at auction
30 sold lots
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SL-Class prices over time
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Listing Source
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1998143,000 milesAutomatic