Description
Mercedes-Benz SL 500 | 2013
Highlights:
– 4.7-litre twin-turbocharged V8 engine, petrol, 7-speed automatic transmission
– Retractable electric hardtop, transforming from coupé to cabriolet at the touch of a button
– Finished in dark metallic grey with a black leather interior
– Extensive luxury specification including navigation, climate control and parking sensors
– 235000 km, presented in good condition
The seller offers for sale this 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL 500, powered by a 4.7-litre twin-turbocharged V8 engine, paired with a 7-speed automatic transmission. This example is finished in an elegant dark metallic grey over a black leather interior, a combination that suits the car’s grand touring character and lends it a discreet, understated presence. It is comprehensively equipped, with a retractable electric hardtop, a navigation system, climate control, cruise control, parking sensors, electrically adjustable seats and a set of alloy wheels, offering the blend of comfort and technology expected of Mercedes-Benz’s flagship roadster. The odometer shows 235000 km.
This generation of the SL, known internally as the R231, was introduced in 2012 and marked a significant step forward for the model line. For the first time the bodyshell was constructed almost entirely from aluminium, substantially reducing weight while improving rigidity, and the styling drew clear inspiration from the classic SL roadster heritage with its long bonnet, upright grille and muscular haunches. The SL 500 sits near the top of the range, its twin-turbocharged V8 delivering effortless, refined performance that makes long-distance cruising and spirited driving equally rewarding.
The defining feature of the SL remains its folding hardtop, which offers the security and refinement of a coupé in poor weather and the open-air experience of a cabriolet when the sun appears, all managed automatically in a matter of seconds. Inside, the driver is presented with a well-appointed cabin trimmed in leather, with the wide centre console, clear instrumentation and generous equipment that define this class of car. As a modern classic that combines V8 performance, open-top motoring and the enduring prestige of the SL name, this is a genuinely usable and desirable roadster.
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. Clean with minimal wear; might need minor replacements for small missing or broken parts.
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.
