Description
Mercedes-Benz R129 SL320 3.2 Straight-Six
A superb example of the iconic Mercedes-Benz R129 SL320, finished in elegant silver with a black leather interior, with 117,000 miles, its original service books and a full service history.
Powered by Mercedes-Benz's renowned 3.2-litre straight-six petrol engine and automatic transmission, this is a wonderfully smooth and refined car that perfectly captures the character of the classic R129 SL.
The car is in fantastic condition and has clearly been well cared for throughout its life. It has eight former keepers, comes with two keys, and includes its removable factory hardtop, making it a versatile car that can be enjoyed throughout the year.
I have just returned from a trip from Scotland to the South Coast of England, and the SL performed absolutely faultlessly throughout the journey a great demonstration of how capable and dependable these cars remain.
Recent Work & Maintenance
A substantial amount of preventative maintenance and refurbishment has recently been carried out, including:
Newly refurbished alloy wheels
Recent differential service
New camshaft position sensor
New steering damper
New centre exhaust section, including catalytic converters
New anti-roll bar bushes
Hydraulic ram seals recently replaced in the windscreen mechanism
Specification & Highlights
Mercedes-Benz R129 SL320
3.2-litre straight-six petrol engine
Automatic transmission
117,000 miles
Full service history
Original Mercedes-Benz service books
Silver exterior
Black leather interior
Newly refurbished alloy wheels
Removable factory hardtop
Two keys
Eight former keepers
Fantastic overall condition
Extensive recent maintenance
The R129 is widely regarded as one of Mercedes-Benz's finest roadsters, combining timeless styling, superb build quality and effortless long-distance cruising ability.
The silky-smooth straight-six engine is a particular highlight, providing effortless performance while retaining the relaxed character that makes these cars such enjoyable grand tourers. With the hardtop fitted, it is equally at home covering long distances in comfort, while removing it transforms the car into a classic open-top roadster.
This is a genuine usable modern classic, rather than a car that needs to be wrapped in cotton wool. The recent journey from Scotland to the South Coast and back demonstrated just how capable and dependable the car remains.