• Year of manufacture 
    1998
  • Car type 
    Other
  • Lot number 
    37644863
  • Drive 
    LHD
  • Condition 
    Used
  • Location
    Netherlands
  • Gearbox 
    Automatic

Description

This classic car is for sale on Catawiki. To have more information or to place a bid click on the "BID NOW" button. .Do not miss this opportunity and become the new owner of this timeless and stylish Mercedes Convertible. This is a NO RESERVE AUCTION.

The Mercedes-Benz R129 series was produced from 1989 until 2001. The R129 replaced the R107 in 1989.

This Mercedes is in a neat and original condition (interior, paint, engine and transmission are all original). The vehicle starts immediately, shifts smoothly and powerfully through all gears, idles nicely at 900 rpm and brakes properly. It’s really noticeable the car has been well maintained. This Mercedes features the original Mercedes alloy rims and the original leather interior.

The interior is in relatively neat condition (with some signs of wear which is to be expected on a car this age), it features original Mercedes leather. The paint is somewhat old, it has some stone chips on the front and some superficial signs of wear.

The soft top is in neat condition and the electrics work. The car has a bluetooth radio system.

This Mercedes is also particularly interesting for business drivers. The price on Catawiki actually includes 21% VAT. The VAT is therefore tax-deductible for business drivers.

These Mercedes R129 convertibles are starting to increase in value. So don't wait too long and seize this opportunity to become the owner of this wonderful future modern classic.

Technical information:

Mercedes-Benz - 500SL Roadster (R129 convertible) - 1998

Brand: Mercedes
Type: R129 SL500
Year of manufacture: 1998
Colour: Burgundy
Engine and power: 5.0L V8, 315 HP (Matching numbers)
Fuel: Petrol
Transmission: Automatic
Odometer reading: 101,606 miles
Number of keys: 2
Margin: No, 21% VAT (already imported in the Netherlands, import duties were paid in full. Please note: the price on Catawiki includes 21% VAT)
Documents / registration: USA registration en European import documents
VIN: WDBFA67F3WF158096

OPTIONS:
- ABS
- Adjustable steering wheel
- Air conditioning
- Bucket seats
- Central armrest
- Central locking
- Cruise control
- Driver airbag
- Fog lights
- Complete spare wheel
- Windscreen wipers with interval
- Leather upholstery
- Leather seats
- Leather steering wheel
- Metallic paintwork
- Outside temperature sensor
- Passenger airbag
- Power brakes
- Electrically adjustable mirrors
- Electrically adjustable seats
- Power steering
- Power windows
- Radio
- Foldable soft top
- Rev counter

This is a direct import from the USA, the car is offered without a technical inspection.

The car can be viewed and picked up in Schiedam, the Netherlands. All technical inspections, test drives, and viewings are possible prior to placing a bid. You may contact the auctioneer in case you have any questions.