1996 Mercedes-Benz SL 320
No Reserve

Registration No: P236 XGK
Chassis No: WDB1290632F141225
MOT: September 2026

• Finished in Azurite Blue Metallic with Grey leather upholstery
• Optional rear seats, headlamp wash / wipe and 8-hole alloy wheels
• Substantial service history and in frequent use by the seller

The very first Mercedes-Benz SL model - the legendary 300SL (W198) of 1954 – was powered by a straight-six engine and there are those who feel that the inherent smoothness which such a cylinder configuration typically confers is an essential part of the SL character. 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 rollover 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-, eight- and (later) twelve-cylinder engines all allied to automatic transmission, it was the sportscar of choice for many contemporary F1 drivers. Introduced in 1993, the SL320 (129.063) was arguably the ultimate straight-six engined derivative. Powered by a 3199cc DOHC engine allied to automatic transmission, it was reputedly capable of 0-60mph in 8.4 seconds and 149mph. Usefully more fuel efficient than its V8 and V12 brethren, the model achieved some 32,223 sales before being supplanted by the identically named but V6-propelled SL320 (129.064) in 1998.

Finished in the elegant combination of Azurite Blue Metallic with Grey leather upholstery and a Black soft-top, chassis F141225 was completed to UK market specification on 18^th June 1996. Ordered with optional rear seats, eight-hole alloy wheels and headlamp wash / wipe, ‘P236 XGK’ was reputedly main dealer serviced for the first decade of its life. Entrusted to marque specialist MB&B of Cheltenham during the early 2010s, the Mercedes-Benz subsequently formed part of a Cheshire property magnate’s extensive classic fleet. Having added some 30,000 miles to its odometer reading over the last seven years, the seller deems the SL320 to ‘look and feel like a younger, lower mileage example’. Starting readily upon inspection and due to be driven to The Pavilion Gardens, the Mercedes-Benz is notably smarter than many thirty year old cars (especially given that it has averaged over 5,000 miles per annum). Only coming to market because the vendor is looking to rationalise his collection, this appealing, straight-six engined SL320 is accompanied by a V5C Registration Document, maintenance history and MOT certificate valid until October 2026. ‘P236 XGK’ represents an affordable entry to the increasingly sought after world of R129-series SL motoring.

PLEASE NOTE: The vendor informs us that the soft-top on this lot is currently inoperative. He obtained and fitted a replacement ECU for it (invoice available) a few days ago but believes that the new unit needs synchronising / calibrating somehow.

For more information, please contact:
Damian Jones
damian.jones@handh.co.uk
07855 493737