1991 Mercedes-Benz SL 500

Registration No: H616 GLX
Chassis No: WDB1290662F027801
MOT: November 2022

PLEASE NOTE: The MOT on this lot expires in November 2022, not November 2023 as catalogued.

• UK-supplied, right-hand drive, SL 500 having been supplied new by Mercedes-Benz Normand (Mayfair) Ltd.
• Current ownership since 2009 with just five former keepers and c.88,660 miles from new
• Supplied with a history file including the original book pack with stamped service book some twenty stamps
• Accompanying body-coloured hard-top

Following on from the success of the R107, the R129 had a tough act to follow, as it had to maintain the tradition of a fast and reliable grand touring convertible. The SL500 featured a 5.0 V8 producing 326bhp, with 0-62mph in 6.2 seconds and a top speed of 155mph. The model featured many innovations, including electronically-controlled damping, an automatically expanding roll-over bar, and a multi-link rear axle. In addition, there was a fully electric package of an electric roof, windows, door mirrors, and seats, making the ownership experience luxurious, stress free, comfortable, and with easy to operate equipment.

Manufactured in 1991, the SL 500 offered is a UK-supplied, right-hand drive example, being supplied new by Normand (Mayfair) Ltd of Wembley and first registered in the UK on the 22^nd of February that year. The R129 is fitted with the 4973cc V8 engine allied to the automatic transmission and is finished in Brilliant Silver metallic paintwork with Royal Blue leather interior upholstery, a Blue mohair hood (which was renewed in 2017), and body-coloured hard-top. ‘H616 GLX’ was specified from new with air-conditioning, electric memory front seats, memory mirrors, headlamp cleaning equipment, paintwork preservation, and a heated rear window, amongst other options.

Entering into current ownership in 2009, the SL has been in the hands of just five former keepers and has covered a mere 88,661 miles from new (at the time of consignment). Offered with a history file which includes the original book pack in the Mercedes wallet, with the stamped service book displaying twenty stamps (including the PDI), the majority of which are from Mercedes-Benz main dealers and specialists. Also included, is a collection of invoices, a large selection of previous MOT certificates dating back to 2002, an MOT certificate until November this year, a current V5C document, and three sets of keys. Rated as ‘very good’ by the vendor in regards to paintwork, bodywork, engine, electrical equipment, gearbox, and interior equipment.

For more information, please contact:
Paul Cheetham
paul.cheetham@handh.co.uk
07538 667452