Lot details Registration No: J804NLO Chassis No: WDB1290612F033333 Mot Expiry: Nov 2016
- Finished in light Blue, cream leather interior with both hard and soft tops
- 113,000 recorded miles and MOT'd into November 2016
- Offered with service history and a collection of old MOT certificates
Mercedes-Benz introduced their fourth generation SL, the imposing R129-series in October 1989. A technical tour de force, its balletic electric roof operation still impresses today. Out of production since 2003, the R129 is going the way of its illustrious W198, W121, W113 and R107 forebears and becoming a true classic. At launch, its advanced specification included all-round independent suspension, ABS brakes, power-assisted steering, remote central locking, electric front seats, door mirrors and windows. Despite having automatic transmission as standard, the R129 was the choice of many Formula One drivers during the early nineties such was its tenacious grip and fine poise. The more powerful of the two six-cylinder engines initially available, the 2962cc DOHC 24-valve M104 unit was credited with developing some 231bhp and 201lbft of torque. Outputs which reputedly enabled the 300 SL-24 to sprint from 0-60mph in 8.6 seconds and reach 137mph.
This attractive-looking right-hand drive 300SL-24 features Pale Metallic Blue bodywork matched to a Dark Blue Hood and Cream leather upholstery. Offered with Mercedes service history and collection of old MOT certificates, the Benz currently displays 113,000 miles. Said to have had 5 previous keepers, 'J804 NLO' is offered with an MOT certificate valid into November 2016.
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