Lot details Registration No: H955DAT Chassis No: WDB1290612FO27554 Mot Expiry: March 2005
Mercedes-Benz have a much deserved reputation for effecting permanent evolution rather than two many revolutions. The styling of their cars always seems to endure and even older models rarely look out of date. As a result, the three-pointed star has become a symbol of engineering excellence. Particularly enduring have been the SLs, each version remaining virtually unchanged in dealers showrooms for several years, with examples being driven and enjoyed on the roads of the world for many decades after their manufacture. The first SL, being an abbreviation of Sport Leicht, was largely engineered by celebrated Daimler-Benz boffin Rudi Uhlenhaut, having been developed from one of the most celebrated of all motor cars, the 1957 Gullwing.
Believed to have only three owners from new in 1991, the 300SL offered here is a righthand drive roadster with 3-litre 24-valve 6-cylinder engine and 4-speed automatic gearbox. The open car not only has the benefit of having rear seats, but also an electrically-operated soft-top. Internal comfort is well taken of, too, there being air-conditioning as well as radio-cassette player.
Current condition of bodywork, silver paintwork, blue leather interior, motor, transmission and electrical equipment is claimed to be excellent. We understand that the Stuttgart-built modern classic has been in receipt of thirteen services carried out by Mercedes-Benz dealer services, whilst the 96,800 miles displayed when entered for this sale is believed by the owner to be the genuine total mileage for the car from new.
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