Launched in 1989, the R129-Series took the fabled Mercedes SL range to new heights of technical excellence the most sporting model In the range owned by the rich and famous. These cars oozed sophistication with adaptive suspension, airbags, traction control, air con, and a superb new five-link rear suspension all as standard even the rollover protection set new standards deploying automatically in the event of an accident. This lovely R129SL remains superbly finished in gleaming Azurite blue and the grey leather interior shows very little wear. Serviced at Mercedes main dealers and also at DK Engineering she has been maintained regardless of cost and is in superb condition. The 5 litre V8 is a quick car with 0-60mph around 6 seconds and the 1996 models had a facelift including revisions to lights, esp etc. She has been cherished and serviced on a regular basis with a superb history file inc mot history. On the road, these cars are bulletproof being over-engineered they feel indestructible and built to last forever and belying their 30 years. You could safely use her every day and expect high levels of reliability and safety. Supplied fully inspected, serviced with 12 months warranty.