1990 Mercedes-Benz 500SL
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Auction ended June 15th, 3:00pm EDT
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Vehicle Specifications
- VINN/A
- Classic Car ID102777538
- Stock NumberN/A
- CategoryImport Classics
- Body StyleConvertible
- New/UsedUsed
- Mileage22,600 miles
- Engine8 Cylinder
- ConditionExcellent
- Doors2
- Drivetrain2 wheel drive - rear
- Transmission4 Speed Automatic
- Exterior ColorWhite
- Interior ColorGray
- Seat ColorGray
Vehicle Overview
This beautiful 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500SL has been in the same family since it was purchased new and has accumulated only 22,000 original miles. It has always been garage kept and has never been driven in rain or snow. The car remains highly original and exceptionally well preserved.
Included with the sale are all original books, manuals, the original window sticker, purchase documentation, service records, and even the original cassette tape provided with the vehicle when new. The factory removable hardtop is included along with the original storage rack and protective cover.
Powered by Mercedes-Benzs legendary 5.0-liter V8 engine paired with an automatic transmission, this 500SL delivers the quality, performance, and engineering that made the R129 chassis one of the most desirable luxury roadsters of its era.
Highlights:
* 22,000 original miles
* One-family ownership since new
* Always garage kept
* Never driven in rain or snow
* Original paint and interior
* Original window sticker included
* Original books and manuals included
* Original cassette tape included
* Factory hardtop included
* Hardtop storage rack and cover included
* Collector-quality condition
Finding an R129 500SL with documented ownership, extremely low mileage, complete original documentation, and this level of preservation is becoming increasingly difficult. This is an outstanding opportunity to acquire one of Mercedes-Benz most iconic modern classics.
Vehicle is in closed to the concords condition. IT have an evaluation for $25,500-$58,500 as per the evaluation you may find in the photos and the full report is available upon request.
Included with the sale are all original books, manuals, the original window sticker, purchase documentation, service records, and even the original cassette tape provided with the vehicle when new. The factory removable hardtop is included along with the original storage rack and protective cover.
Powered by Mercedes-Benzs legendary 5.0-liter V8 engine paired with an automatic transmission, this 500SL delivers the quality, performance, and engineering that made the R129 chassis one of the most desirable luxury roadsters of its era.
Highlights:
* 22,000 original miles
* One-family ownership since new
* Always garage kept
* Never driven in rain or snow
* Original paint and interior
* Original window sticker included
* Original books and manuals included
* Original cassette tape included
* Factory hardtop included
* Hardtop storage rack and cover included
* Collector-quality condition
Finding an R129 500SL with documented ownership, extremely low mileage, complete original documentation, and this level of preservation is becoming increasingly difficult. This is an outstanding opportunity to acquire one of Mercedes-Benz most iconic modern classics.
Vehicle is in closed to the concords condition. IT have an evaluation for $25,500-$58,500 as per the evaluation you may find in the photos and the full report is available upon request.
Mechanical
The drivetrain performs exactly as Mercedes intended, with the legendary 5.0-liter V8 running smoothly and delivering excellent power. The transmission shifts properly, and the vehicle has been carefully maintained throughout its life.
This vehicle was serviced by Our Mercedes Benz dealer.
This vehicle was serviced by Our Mercedes Benz dealer.
Exterior
The exterior remains all original and presents exceptionally well, with no accident history or body damage. The paint is original and has been preserved through a lifetime of careful garage storage. Combined with its matching-numbers drivetrain, one-family ownership, complete documentation, and extremely low mileage, this 500SL represents a rare opportunity to acquire a highly original collector-grade example.
Interior
The gray leather interior is a true time capsule. Virtually untouched by age, the cabin remains in outstanding original condition with no cracks in the dashboard, no broken plastic components, and no notable wear to the seats, carpets, or trim. The leather, wood, and switchgear have been exceptionally preserved, reflecting the cars 22,000 original miles and lifelong ownership by a single family. Few R129s retain this level of originality and preservation, making the interior a highlight of this collector-grade example.
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