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1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 SL

This vehicle is due to go to auction soon, however you can buy it now if your offer is accepted by the seller.

Guide Price

£6,000 - £10,000

  • Mileage133,384
  • TransmissionAutomatic
  • Engine5.0L
  • LocationMansfield

AUCTION PREVIEW

Introduction

Kulraj Singh Salh
COO

The R129 in this configuration with the 5.0L V8 really does define the SL.

The R129 was such a successful styling job, the car remained in production for 12 years from 1989-2001. Packed with new technologies, this Mercedes is now also considered a classic but still looks great on the roads today.

Set in a spotless red with the ivory interior, this car really looks stunning and has been proudly owned by Glynn for the last 12 years.

This auction listing was written from information supplied by Glynn, the owner, photographed the vehicle.

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Meet the owner

After owning the car for 12 years, I will be sad to see it go.

Glynn the owner, has had the car for some 12 years, and has kept it in great condition over his ownership. In his first year of ownership, Glynn used the car as a daily driver. Since the years have passed he has used the car more sparingly, maintaining the condition with pride.

He's been realistic with the guide and reserve on this car, and is eager to see it find a new home where it will be cared for and hopefully used with pleasure.

Glynn
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Exterior

Boxy good looks, the R129 SL is firmly in the modern classic category.

Wheels and Tyres

The car has a full set of 5-spoke AMG aftermarket wheels that are in excellent condition. Although not original, the wheels are undeniably attractive on the sports convertible. The original 16" alloys also come with the sale of the car.

A complete set of 2008 Dunlop Sport tyres are looking very good. Around 5-7mm of tread remain whilst there is no degradation seen on them.

Bodywork

The styling enhancements of the R129 - based on the W124 platform - were much welcomed by us in the office when we were younger.

As you can see by the photos and videos, excellent care has been given to this example to maintain the car, clean bodywork on the arches and panel joins. It's common on this model for corrosion to occur near panel gaps, on this one there is some slight bubbling at the front of the off side wing near the wheel arch. Glynn informs us that it's been like this for some 10 years and hasn't progressed in to something worse.

Paint

The Signal Red paint, a colour the SL is familiar with, will turn heads for sure. As you can see by the photos, the paint is looking great across the whole car; even, correct and most importantly, shining brightly. The car was resprayed in 2008 and maintained to this day.

Take a look at the photos and videos for a detailed view.

Glass and Trim

Looking in great condition across the car.

Interior

The pre-facelift interior of the R129 was certainly the best looking, providing an assuring blend of luxury materials. One of the best interiors of the '90s we think.

Seats and Carpets

The leather ivory seats are looking stunning after all this time. The Nappa leather can sometimes succumb to quick wear when not cared for properly, however, this is certainly not the case with this example.

Red over mats have been installed, and the carpets generally look clean and tidy throughout.

Dashboard

The dashboard and centre console are in excellent condition. All dials look clean and colourful and we are assured by Glynn they all work as expected.

Unlike most manufacturers in the '90s opting for the faux wood option, Mercedes went all out with their flagship coupe and installed a luxurious wooden centre console.

Steering Wheel / Gear Stick

Another downfall of the '90s was some pretty poor looking steering wheels in some pretty expensive cars. Mercedes definitely had one of the nicer ones, as can be seen in the photos, the steering wheel is in excellent condition.

The gear stick also looks clean and well-maintained.

Mechanics

When it was released to the public, the R129 was one of the safest cars ever built. Even by today’s standards, it’s considered to be an extremely safe car.

Engine and Gearbox

A 5.0L V8 engine sits in the engine bay that could produce ~380hp when released. A well-cared-for example will stand the test of time, much like the one you see here.

The earlier models of the R129 came with 4G-Tronic automatic transmission. We were unable to go for a drive in Glynn's Mercedes however, he assures us the gears change smoothly with no sudden judders when changing.

Suspension and Brakes

Front Macpherson struts and rear multi-link suspension play host to a comfortable ride in the SL-Class. As you can see from some of the photos, the underside of the car remains in good condition.

The ventilated disc brakes look incredibly clean for the car's mileage, perhaps being serviced in the past to maintain the great care and diligence the car has had throughout its life.

The Drive

The V8 is an incredibly sturdy piece of mechanics. The R129 feels lively on the road yet comfortable on those lower-speed journeys.

The heavy feel to the car proves it to be a great touring car when taking on long journeys and is a great valued driving experience.

Electrics and Other

Being one of the safest cars of its time, in the event of the car rolling in an accident, an automatic anti-roll bar will flip up. As you can see by the 'Interior review' video, Glynn tests the soft top functionality. The car also comes with adjustable windows, mirrors and seats, ABS, hydraulic convertible top.

Glynn assures us that everything on the car works as expected. The only thing to point out is that the air-con has no gas in the system, something Glynn opted not to remedy as he only uses the car in the summer months with the roof down.

History and Paperwork

With an owner of 12 years and a certified history prior to his ownership, this is a great SL.

During Glynn's ownership, he has had the car serviced roughly every 2-3 years to keep on top of maintenance such as; spark plugs, brakes and gearbox. Prior to his ownership, a colleague of his used the car after it was supplied by the Ryland Motor Company who then subsequently serviced the car through Glynn's ownership.

Prior to this, the car was serviced every year at many Mercedes-Benz specialists in Bradford, Leeds, Nottingham, Leicester, and most frequently, Kettering. The car clearly has received great care over the years, this striking example will give you a lot of smiles per miles.

Glynn's personal plate does not come with the sale of the car. The original registration for the Mercedes is J248 ARR which is likely what it will revert to.

Service History
Date Type Mileage
23.04.2020 MOT 133,354
31.05.2019 MOT 133,182
17.04.2018 Service 132,700
03.05.2017 MOT 132,410
05.05.2016 Service 132,107
22.04.2015 MOT 131,394
15.05.2014 MOT 131,746
23.04.2013 MOT 129,566
18.05.2012 MOT 128,751
15.03.2012 Service 128,716
04.05.2011 MOT 127,797
09.07.2010 Service 127,458
30.04.2010 MOT 127,209
21.04.2009 MOT 126,675
06.03.2009 Service 126,621
03.05.2008 MOT 121,387
28.04.2007 MOT 109,194
Key Details
  • ModelR129 SL 500
  • TransmissionAutomatic
  • Reg. Date07.01.1992
  • CC4,973
  • Mileage133,384
  • ColourRed
  • Interior ColourIvory
  • Interior TrimLeather
  • Chassis #WDB1290662F042865
  • Engine #11996022024342
  • LHD or RHDRHD
  • VisitedNo - Self-Consignment
  • Sale TypePrivate
  • Owned12 Years
  • Key FeatureCondition




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