1998 Mercedes-Benz SL 280

Registration No: A8 AJO
Chassis No: WDB1290582F162276
MOT: April 2026

• A fine example of Mercedes-Benz's revered R129-series SL
• Just 3 previous keepers
• 104,800 recorded miles from new

PLEASE NOTE:This lot is currently undergoing a cherished registration transfer. Upon the completion, the new V5C will be forwarded to the buyer. Furthermore, this vehicle is only supplied with the refurbished wheels currently fitted to the car.

Unveiled at the March 1989 Geneva Salon, Mercedes-Benz’s R129-series SL range was beautifully engineered. Based around a two-door monocoque bodyshell, its sophisticated all-round independent suspension was augmented by a host of active and passive safety features. The choice of numerous contemporary F1 drivers and movie stars, it could be had with a choice of six, eight and twelve-cylinder engines. Powered by a 2799cc DOHC straight-six developing 190bhp/199lbft, the SL280 was reputedly capable of 0-60 mph in 9.5 seconds and 140 mph.

Finished in the handsome combination of Smoke Silver Metallic with Beige leather upholstery, Panoramic hardtop and Dark Brown soft-top, chassis WDB1290582F162276 was built to order 0753774942 for the UK market. Released from the factory on November 12^th 1997, it entered the current (fourth) ownership some eighteen years later. A long-standing Mercedes-Benz Owners’ Club member, the vendor has enjoyed taking the SL280 to classic car shows and concours competitions over the past decade covering some 15,000 miles in the process. Reportedly treated to regular engine and transmission oil changes, the 2+2-seater is said to ‘run beautifully’. Proudly displayed at the MBOC’s 2024 Concours d’Elegance, ‘A8 AJO’ remains commensurately smart. A tempting proposition, this pampered R129-series SL is offered for sale with V5C Registration Document, history file and refurbished alloy wheels.

For more information, please contact:
Angus Fender
angus.fender@handh.co.uk
07958490484