Mercedes Benz SL320 - R129
1997 SL320 Cabriolet fitted with a 3.2 litre straight six, 231hp engine. This particular car is in great condition, with low mileage for the year of 69000, having been in storage for the past four years or so. Built in 1997, this is the sweet spot of the R129 production run, cars built between 1996 and 1998 are considered to be the best, in the case of this SL320, this means the much better 5 speed automatic gearbox, whilst retaining the much superior straight six 3.2 litre engine over the later (1999 onwards) V6 version.
Take a look at this video of an SL600, the V12 version of our SL320. http://www.usedmercedesbenz-sales.co.uk/news-and-blog/harrys-garage-gre… This video will give you an idea of the engineering standards that Mercedes Benz applied to this model, when new, this particular car cost its first owner approximately £60,000
Exterior
A total respary has now just been completed to an exacting standard, the original colour of Tansanite Blue has been restored to a factory fresh condition, the factory hard top is also being restored to the same condition. Final detailing is now just being undertaken, and we expect this car to be avilable for viewing from the beginning of February. Also visit our blog page for regular updates on PBY's preperation.
Interior
The interior is of equal quality to the exterior, with a tasteful carpets and leather upholstery in mushroom beige - which again we have had restored by professional leather restorers, complemented by a chocolate brown dash top and steering wheel. All the wooden veneers are great condition, this all provides a tasteful and complimentary look with the Metallic Tansanite Blue paintwork., and stands out from the black or beige interiors normally available.
Options
Listed options for this car include: electrically adjustable and heated passenger and drivers seats with position memory, electronic stability control and dynamic handling control system,
This SL320 has a superb full service history, mainly with one specialist service company going back to when the car was new:
PDI Inspection 4th July 1997 John Weir Mercedes Benz
12th June 1999 9000 Mile Service at 9008 miles John Weir Mercedes Benz
14th June 2000 18000 Mile Service at 11731 miles Lancaster Hertford Mercedes Benz
6th June 2001 27000 Mile Service at 15416 miles Simon Light Ltd MB Specialist
28th August 2002 36000 Mile Service at 20475 miles Simon Light Ltd MB Specialist
4th April 2003 45000 Mile Service at 23747 miles Simon Light Ltd MB Specialist
23rd March 2004 54000 Mile Service at 25564 miles Simon Light Ltd MB Specialist
5th April 2005 63000 Mile Service at 33043 miles Simon Light Ltd MB Specialist
24th March 2006 72000 Mile Service at 40821 miles Simon Light Ltd MB Specialist
21st March 2007 81000 Mile Service at 48077 miles Simon Light Ltd MB Specialist
25th June 2008 90000 Mile Service at 52715 miles Simon Light Ltd MB Specialist
24th March 2009 99000 Mile Service at 57731 miles Simon Light Ltd MB Specialist
2nd November 2011 108,000 Mile Service at 69286 miles. Hatch Motors, Sway.
19th January 2016 117,000 Mile Service at 69500 miles. Prestige Car Service Ltd MB Specialists.
It has been maintained to a very high standard with all stamps present and correct from main dealer and specialist service providers. Prestige Car Service has just undertaken a full service, including the all important gearbox oil change - something that is often missed out with these cars.
Not only is this car in impeccable condition it also drives like an SL320 should; Perfect ride, fluid gear change, responsive steering and a lovely powerful, yet smooth engine. The perfect car for summer or winter and with the values of the previous model (R109) running up to around £40,000 for the best, this model is bound to have future classic status, with prices to match. Jump in while they're still affordable!
Viewing by appointment and we welcome any inspections and test-drive requests from serious buyers.
For a detailed history of the SL500 R129 model, please visit this very informative website: http://www.kenrockwell.com/sl/r129history.htm
As with all Mercedes Benz R129 SL's from Turnbull and Oliver Ltd, this SL320 comes with a comprehensive, unlimited mileage 4* Star warranty for 12 months. At additional cost this warranty can be extended buy a further 12 or 24 months, providing you with up three years peace of mind.