1995 Mercedes-Benz SL320 (R129) Registration Number: M874 ...

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£6,000 - £8,000

1995 Mercedes-Benz SL320 (R129)

Registration Number: M874 MUV
Chassis Number: WDB1290632F118553
Engine number: 10499122013019
Recorded Mileage: 209,651 miles

- Full, comprehensive service history, from Mercedes Benz and SL Shop
- In current ownership for 20 years

The Mercedes SL series stands as the quintessential boulevard cruiser, embodying luxury and style in a way few roadsters can. Over seven decades and seven generations, the SL has consistently offered an exceptional blend of open-topped motoring and refinement, never veering too far into the realm of pure sports cars (AMG models excepted) but always delivering on elegance and sophistication.

Presented in striking Azurite Blue with a cream leather interior, this 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL320 is a particularly well-kept example of the R129 generation. A well specified UK-delivered, right-hand-drive model, the SL has been in the hands of its current owner since 2005 and has been cherished and enjoyed, now having covered just over 209,000 miles, demonstrating both Mercedes-Benz engineering excellence and careful long-term stewardship.

Powered by the robust 3.2-litre straight-six M104 engine which MB adapted in several models, the SL320 offers 231bhp delivered through a smooth 5-speed automatic transmission. Built to exceptionally high standards, this R129 combines classic styling by Bruno Sacco with now-iconic features including an automatically deploying roll bar, adaptive damping, and advanced safety engineering.

Mechanically, this example is in excellent order. In 2022, it underwent a comprehensive SL Shop ‘360’ inspection, with all advisories completed—key works including the front timing seal, crank seal, and rocker cover gasket. In 2023, the car received significant mechanical attention: brake discs, calipers, pads, coil springs, brake pipes, as well as steering tie rods and windscreen motor all replaced. The alloy wheels have been professionally refurbished, the SL rides on Michelin Energy tyres, with the spare remaining unused.

The dark blue canvas soft top was renewed in 2015 and remains in excellent condition. The car is supplied with its original hardtop and the rare lifting mechanism / garage roof winch. The cream leather interior, a sought-after pairing with Azurite Blue, presents very well - seats have been rotated and bolsters replaced to maintain even wear. The cabin features include climate control A/C, cruise control, electric seats, headlamp washers, electric windows, radio with 6-CD changer, dashcam (front and rear), and tracker system. Two working keys are included.

Recently MOT’d, with zero advisories and accompanied by a full Mercedes-Benz / SL Shop service history, original service handbooks, a meticulous archive of MOTs, service records, and receipts, and even a fuel consumption logbook, this SL320 has been maintained to a rare standard. With its proven reliability, carefully recorded provenance, and timeless specification, this R129 is ready to continue providing quintessential GT enjoyment to its next custodian.