Lot details Registration No: N202GWU Chassis No: WDB1290632F127432 Mot Expiry: Aug 2006
Faster, harder-edged and more driver-orientated than its R107 predecessor, the Mercedes-Benz R129-series SL was launched at the 1989 Geneva Motor Show. Brimful of cutting-edge technology, its impressively rigid two-door monocoque shell featured an integral roll over bar that deployed in less than a third of a second (if the car ever sensed an impending flip) and a fully automatic convertible roof. Known for its sure-footed handling, the R129 utilised all-round independent suspension, ABS brakes and power assisted steering. Propelled by a variety of six- and eight-cylinder engines all allied to automatic transmission, it was the sportscar of choice for many contemporary F1 drivers. Reputed to develop some 228bhp and 232lbft of torque courtesy of its 3199cc straight-six, the 320 SL was a paragon of refinement (despite its claimed ability to sprint from 0-60mph in 8.4 seconds and onto 149mph).
In all honesty more or less everything that your heart could desire was fitted as standard but this delightful example, finished in metallic blue, comes with the sports leather trim and a factory fitted rear seat as well. It is described as being a well serviced car with history and the odometer reading of 133,000 miles is guaranteed from new.
One of the all time great touring cars the SL is quite simply one of the few icons that can turn its hand to any situation, road condition or type of driver. It was the motor dealers car of choice for their wives, and/or girlfriends, because of its legendary low depreciation curve and of course at the touch of a button it could be transformed from a fast and surefooted 'autobarnstormer' to a Rodeo Drive 'drive slowly by with style' mobile by removing the electric hood.
A true classic and astonishing value for money!
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