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£3,920 (Est: £3,500 - £4,500)

1991 Mercedes-Benz 500SL (R129)

United Kingdom • 18 Feb 2026 • Lot 445

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Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

This 1991 car, with a 4,973cc V8, is presented as a project for an enthusiast. It has an unverified 76,781 miles, electrical issues, and needs cosmetic work, though it does start and drive and has a valid MOT until February 2026.

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Condition 

4

The car starts and drives, and the MOT is valid for a reasonable period, but it has electrical issues, cosmetic issues, and unverified mileage, and is being sold as a project car, thus requiring reconditioning.

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Transmission:

Automatic

Chassis No:

WDB1290662F027942

Odometer:

76,781 miles

Reg Number:

H453GTJ

RHD/LHD:

RHD

Description 4,973cc naturally aspirated V8 engine; recent major service in March last year First registered in February 1991, this car has had seven registered keepers during its lifetime and is now offered as an interesting and rewarding project for the next enthusiast.

While very little historical paperwork accompanies the vehicle, we are informed that it benefitted from a major service in March of last year, which included the replacement of the brake discs and pads, suggesting recent attention to key mechanical components.

The odometer has unfortunately ceased to function, meaning the recorded mileage of 76,781 miles cannot be verified and should be treated as indicative only.

Despite this, the car does start and drive, allowing it to be moved under its own power, although it would benefit from further mechanical and cosmetic recommissioning.

There are a few electrical gremlins present, including issues with the odometer, electric windows and temperature gauge, all of which wil...

Points of note

£1,125

Lowest Price (Since 2020)

£11,668

Median Price (Since 2020)

£68,172

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