MERCEDES-BENZ (R129) SL 500
Lowest Price: £2,040 • Median Price: £13,157 • Highest Price: £50,914 • Sell-Through Rate: 84%
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£2,040
LOWEST PRICE:
SINCE 2020
£13,157
MEDIAN PRICE:
SINCE 2020
HIGHEST PRICE:
£50,914
SINCE 2020
NUMBER OF SOLD CARS:
944
ALL TIME
SELL THROUGH RATE:
84%
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£10,731
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1999 Mercedes-Benz SL500
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£4,164
4th Dec 2025
1998 Mercedes-Benz SL500 Convertible
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20th Nov 2025
1996 MERCEDES-BENZ (R129) SL500
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£19,114
10th Dec 2025
2001 Mercedes-Benz (R129) SL500 - 'SL Edition
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Not Sold
29th Nov 2025
1996 Mercedes-Benz SL500
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£30,324
18th Nov 2025
1992 Mercedes-Benz 500SL
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Not Sold
5th Dec 2025
1998 Mercedes-Benz SL500
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£4,468
24th Nov 2025
22-Years-Owned 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500SL
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£24,738
17th Nov 2025
1997 Mercedes-Benz SL500
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£28,217
4th Dec 2025
1999 Mercedes-Benz SL500
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£8,379
22nd Nov 2025
1998 Mercedes-Benz SL500
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£9,177
15th Nov 2025
2000 Mercedes-Benz SL500
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The Mercedes-Benz R129 SL 500, produced from 1989–2001, was known for its blend of luxury and performance. It featured advanced technology, like a automatically deploying roll bar.
Its successor was the R230 SL.
A little-known fact: the R129's design was influenced by Bruno Sacco, aiming for a timeless aesthetic. It was rumored that Sacco kept a scale model on his desk for years, tweaking it until he felt it was perfect.
How much is a Mercedes-Benz (R129) SL 500 worth?
In average condition, a Mercedes-Benz (R129) SL 500 is worth £13,163.
What is the most expensive Mercedes-Benz (R129) SL 500 to sell in history publicly?
The most expensive Mercedes-Benz (R129) SL 500 to sell in history was sold for £54,000.
What is the cheapest Mercedes-Benz (R129) SL 500 to sell in history publicly?
The cheapest Mercedes-Benz (R129) SL 500 to sell in history was sold for £859.
When was the Mercedes-Benz (R129) SL 500 produced?
The Mercedes-Benz (R129) SL 500 was produced between 1990 and 2001.