Lot details Registration No: L669BGV Chassis No: WDB1290762F080509 Mot Expiry: Aug 2011
Mercedes have been producing an SL (Sport Leicht) model or range of models since 1954 when the 300SL was unveiled. The fourth generation (R129 Series) was launched at the Geneva Motor Show of 1989. It was a beautifully-engineered car that bristled with technical refinement and innovative safety features. The specification included independent suspension all round (double wishbone at the front/five link system at the rear), adaptive damping, ventilated disc brakes with ABS, electronic stability control, integral roll-over bar and front air bags. The newcomer was initially powered by a range of engines from a 3-litre in-line, 6-cylinder unit to a 5-litre V8. In 1993, a new range-topping 6.0-litre, V12-engined derivative - the 600SL - was added to the line-up. A 48-valve DOHC unit delivering 389 bhp and 420 lb ft of torque driving through a four-speed automatic transmission, it was capable of rushing the big Merc to 60mph in a whisker over six seconds and effortlessly on to an electronically limited 155mph.
The right-hand drive 1993 600SL offered was first registered in 1993. Its coachwork has a black pearl metallic finish while the interior is trimmed in light grey leather. The luxury 2+2 seater sportscar is understood to have covered just 65,250 miles from new - ie a mere 4,000 per year - a fact apparently supported by the collection of old MOT certificates. In the last few years the SL has been fitted with replacement rear dampers and new tyres. More recently still a Mercedes main dealer has replaced the 02 and HFM air management sensors and the full set of sparking plugs, plus a fresh MOT has been issued which runs until August 23rd 2011. The vendor tells us that 'L669 BGV' has a split in the plexiglass rear window, which he understands would cost some £250 to repair. Other than that, he feels the car is "in a condition commensurate with its low mileage". The Mercedes comes complete with a rear fly screen/draught excluder and a factory hard top - complete with stand. Bearing in mind an SL of this specification would have cost almost £100,000 new, it represents an awful lot of car for the money at today's prices.
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