1998 Mercedes-Benz SL600

Gateway Classic Cars Houston Showroom is excited to present this powerful black 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL600. From 1993-2002 Mercedes-Benz produced just a little over 11000 of these (former) supercars which were typically priced close to $130K. Today many buyers who remember wishing they could have one back then are making their moves on these gorgeous V12-engined powerhouses. Still a potent powerplant the 389HP V12 with its prodigious 420 LB-FT torque can hustle these cars down the interstate at their 155 MPH governed limit for as long as the tank of fuel lasts or traffic density allows. Safety was of paramount importance at Mercedes-Benz (but then it always is) in the design of these cars: in addition to the standard Supplemental Restraint System features (airbags locking seatbelts etc.) these R129 Benzes have an automatic roll bar that deploys automatically within .3 seconds in the event of a rollover along with a seat design that incorporates 5-piece frames made from a magnesium alloy which provides enhanced protection in side impacts. This SL600 is equipped to the hilt with nearly every power option that could be added to a vehicle in 1998 including Power Anti-lock Disc Brakes at all 4 corners Power Locks Power Mirrors Power Heated Seats Power Steering and Power Windows. It also has an AM/FM/Cassette head unit along with CD Changer Cruise Control automatic HVAC climate control system performance radial tires on aluminum wheels tilt/telescoping steering column and a Parchment leather interior (which looks virtually unused) and gorgeous wood trim. About the only thing that needs to be addressed is the hydraulic hardtop release: even though the hydraulic fluid is at the recommended level and the motors can be heard working for some reason the top isnt releasing...so for now its a coupe; but with a little TLC no doubt this glorious high-speed roadster can be brought back to 100% of its functionality! Regardless of operating mode (coupe or roadster) this is a very attractive car in great condition. Dont miss out on one of Mercedes premier road cars of the 1990s. Give us a call or email our Houston showroom - well be happy to assist you in putting this in your collection!