Chassis No. WDBFA68F9XF174075

Replacing the beloved "R107" in 1989, the new "R129" SL ushered in the new millennium. The styling was revised, and a completely new V8 engine was offered for the 1999 model year. Replacing the "M119," the 5.0-liter "M113" delivers 302 horsepower with a lighter-weight design improving handling characteristics. Comfort and conveniences abound, from automatic climate control to the fully power-operated soft-top. Today these cars have aged gracefully into their role as a "youngtimer" classic that still offers lovely modern amenities.

With a flair for the dramatic, the original owner of this 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL 500 specified in Sunburst Yellow paint. A Black leather interior and a power-folding fabric soft top contrasted this distinctive paintwork. Should the situation warrant, a body-colored Sunburst Yellow hardtop is available to transform this sleek Roadster into a sporting Coupe.

This car benefits from numerous highly desirable options courtesy of the SL-1 and AMG Sport Packages, which provide an ideal blend of sporting high-performance styling with the refined characteristics for which the SL is known. The SL-1 Package bestows the car with heated 10-way power-adjustable seats, a trunk-mounted six-disc CD changer, and Xenon High-Intensity Discharge headlamps, offering a significant performance increase over traditional halogen lights. The AMG Sport Package redesigned the front bumper with a mesh air intake and a sculpted lower front apron. Additional sporting flair was added to both side skirts and the rear bumper. A final touch to this package was the use of new thin-spoke AMG monoblock alloy wheels with a staggered setup.

The accompanying CARFAX Vehicle History Report confirms that SL 500 car was delivered new in early October 1998 to its first owner by Vinnie Mandzak of Beverly Hills Mercedes-Benz and remained in Beverly Hills with its first two owners before moving to Houston, Texas, in December 2004 with just over 10,000 miles. The SL remained with its long-term Texas owner for the following 18 years, until it was sold in September 2022, with just 32,799 miles. Today the car displays just over 33,000 miles at the time of cataloging and presents a truly unique opportunity to obtain a striking SL 500 in rare Sunburst Yellow.

Addendum & Administrative Notes

Due to California emissions laws, please note that this vehicle may only be sold to an out-of-state resident for use outside of California or to a licensed automotive dealer.