Description
Mercedes-Benz SL 500 (R230) | 2004
Highlights:
– 5.0-litre V8 engine, petrol, automatic transmission
– Approximately 135,000 km
– R230 generation SL with retractable hardtop
– US-origin example, imported into Italy with duties and VAT settled
The seller offers for sale this 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL 500 (R230), powered by a 5.0-litre V8 engine, paired with an automatic transmission. The car shows approximately 135,000 km and is finished in white over a light-coloured interior, presenting as a US-origin example. According to the seller, the car was regularly imported into Italy with customs duties and VAT already settled and is ready for the Italian registration procedure, with the supporting documentation available. The seller describes the bodywork, interior and mechanicals as consistent with the age and mileage of the car, and states that it is complete and running and drives normally. The seller recommends a routine service and a set of tyres to bring it to its best, work the new owner can arrange according to their own preferences.
The R230 generation of the Mercedes-Benz SL was introduced for the 2002 model year and marked a major step forward for the model line. Its defining feature was the Vario-roof, a fully retractable folding hardtop that turned the car from a snug coupé into an open cabriolet at the touch of a button. The SL 500 sat at the heart of the range, powered by a refined V8 and equipped with the comfort, technology and build quality expected of Mercedes-Benz’s flagship two-seater. With its blend of grand-touring comfort and effortless performance, the R230 SL remains a desirable modern classic.
This SL 500, presented in white with its V8 engine, automatic transmission and retractable hardtop, offers an attractive combination of open-top motoring and everyday usability. With its import duties settled and documentation ready for Italian registration, it is a well-rounded example of the R230 for the next owner to enjoy and recommission to taste.
Condition of the bodywork & paint
4 — Very Good. Clean with minimal wear; might need minor replacements for small missing or broken parts.
Condition of the interior
4 — Very Good. Displays only minimal wear and can hit the road any time.
Technical condition
4 — Very Good. Mechanically solid, with potential for minor servicing.
Overall condition
4 — Very Good. Displays only minimal wear and can hit the road any time.
This item is sold on an as-is basis. The condition of this item is the opinion of the seller and may differ from your own opinion. Photos and descriptions of the listing are for information purposes only.
