Description
Mercedes-Benz 500 SL | 1990
Highlights:
- 5.0-litre V8 petrol engine with automatic transmission
- Convertible body with matching hardtop included
- Valid technical inspection certificate and ready to drive
- Well-preserved original paint and interior
- Always garage kept in controlled environment
The seller offers for sale a 1990 Mercedes Benz 500 SL, a cabriolet powered by a 4973 cc V8 petrol engine paired with an automatic transmission. This model delivers smooth and refined performance typical of the R129 series. The car is accompanied by its original hardtop, allowing the vehicle to transform from an open cabriolet to a closed coupe for year-round usability.
The Mercedes Benz 500 SL of the R129 generation, produced from 1989 to 2001, was a landmark luxury roadster in the brand’s history. Designed to replace the long-running R107 series, it introduced advanced technology such as an automatically deploying roll bar, adaptive dampers, and improved safety features. The 500 SL, equipped with the 5.0-litre M119 V8, offered a blend of strong performance and smooth refinement, producing ample torque and a distinctive sound. The model quickly gained a reputation for solid build quality and understated style, with clean lines that have aged gracefully. In the early 1990s, it was a status symbol often seen in the hands of business executives and celebrities, balancing luxury with grand touring capability.
Unlike many sports cars of the period, the 500 SL provided a comfortable ride, making it suitable for long-distance travel. The R129’s hardtop feature was a significant innovation, providing coupe-like comfort in winter and open-top motoring in summer. Today, the 500 SL is appreciated by enthusiasts for its combination of classic Mercedes engineering, timeless design, and usability. Its relative mechanical robustness compared to other luxury convertibles of the time, along with the enduring appeal of the V8 powerplant, makes it a desirable choice for collectors and drivers alike. Examples with original paint, unmodified interiors, and careful ownership history—such as this one—are particularly sought after by buyers looking for authenticity and well-preserved condition.
Condition of the Bodywork and Paint
4. Very Good: Small dents or scratches; may require minimal bodywork or paint correction.
Condition of the Interior
4. Very Good: Clean with minimal wear; may need minor replacements for small missing or broken parts.
Technical Condition
3. Good: Generally reliable, but may need some maintenance or repairs.
Overall Condition
4. Very Good Condition: Shows only minimal wear and is ready to drive at any time.
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This car is currently located in Ilvof province, Romania.
This car drives, brakes and shifts.
The car has a Romanian registration. The buyer is responsible for registration in his own country and responsible for delivery and collection of any vehicle purchased at the auction.
The description of this car is, to the best of the seller’s knowledge, accurate and not misleading. Route 66 Auctions requests a range of detail about the car from the seller and performs a level of due diligence. However, potential buyers must independently satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of the description. We strongly advise potential buyers to view or arrange inspections as well as conduct any research they feel is necessary before committing to bid or buy.
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