Modest Mileage | Nice Condition | Market Auction - Seller Created Listing
The Mercedes SL320 is a refined blend of luxury, performance, and timeless design that everybody loves.
Purchased two years ago by myself, an experienced car dealer of 50 years, the R129 generation Mercedes appears to have slipped under the radar of price increases, as they remain very well priced for the quality of the car. The car came with an excellent history, which I have continued to maintain by giving it two services while in my ownership.
Paul provided a copy of the V5C logbook, which we verified against his photo ID for name and address confirmation.
Paul provided his photo ID, which we verified against the name and address on the V5C logbook.
History check actioned using HPi, the industry’s top verification service, for finance, write-offs, and stolen records.
Paul provided a copy of the V5C logbook, which we verified against his photo ID for name and address confirmation.
Paul provided his photo ID, which we verified against the name and address on the V5C logbook.
History check actioned using HPi, the industry’s top verification service, for finance, write-offs, and stolen records.
A cool feature of the SL320 is the removable hardtop, giving you the best of both worlds.
The car has the original wheels. The faces have a small amount of corrosion, but for their age and mileage, these would be considered to be in good condition.
All four tyres are in like-new condition, having not long been replaced.
The SL's bodywork is in good condition. Walking around the car, I couldn’t see any dings or dents, and the panel gaps all have an equal gap.
The hardtop is removable, and there is a new mohair roof fitted.
Finished in Green Black metallic, the paintwork presents well. Yes, there are some age-related swirl marks, but nothing appears too deep and could be reduced by a professional detailer.
All of the windows are in good order, with no noticeable scratches. The driver's side windscreen has a small chip, which was noted on an MOT in 2023 but does not affect the driver's view.
Luxurious and comfortable – the SL320 is a nice place to be.
The leather seats are in good condition. The driver's seat has a small amount of creasing, which is typical for its age and mileage. The door cards are also in good condition.
The carpets are clean and tidy, and there is a set of fitted mats.
The dashboard is in good condition, with no noticeable scuffs or damage.
The odometer reads ~85,340, and no warning lights are displayed.
The steering wheel has a minor amount of age-related wear, but nothing excessive, and the gear knob is in good condition.
The 3.2-litre inline-six is enough to keep you entertained.
The engine starts well and runs with no issues. Being the 3.2-litre, there is plenty of power moving through the gears, and the change is smooth.
The Mercedes sits nice and level, and out in the car, there are no knocks or bangs coming from the suspension. The brakes bring the car to a stop in a straight line.
Ideal for the summer but also perfect for all weathers, thanks to the SL320s removable hardtop. topped off with the 3.2-litre inline-six engine, which delivers effortless cruising and solid reliability. It's classic styling and advanced (for its time) technology.
All of the switchgear works as it should. There is a small amount of wear showing on some of the switches, and the radio has suffered from a sticky dial.
13 service stamps suggest a well-cared-for SL320, which I have continued in my ownership.
The owner's manuals are present, along with 13 stamps in the service book, the last of which was carried out on 20 January 2024 at 85,222 miles. The SL also has a current MOT that is valid until 15 October 2025. Over the past two years, I have replaced a few small items: an ashtray that wasn’t retracting, a nearside door mirror, and a faulty roof catch.
Just in time for the summer months – not that it really matters with the fantastic option of refitting the hardtop for winter – it’s time to enjoy the Mercedes SL320.
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From Trade Classics:
This is a Market Auction listing, meaning we have not visited and photographed the car – instead, the seller has supplied the images and written the description. However, we’ve done all our usual seller checks, including photo ID that matches the V5, and also actioned a history check on the vehicle – this is a professional check operated by HPI that will highlight if the car has been previously stolen, recorded as being in an accident, or has any outstanding finance. Note: this does not include a mileage history check.
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