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£13,782

1990 Mercedes-Benz 300SL 5-Speed

United States • 9 Jun 2026

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AI Listing Summary

This 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300SL stands out with its rare five-speed manual transmission and clean California history. The car has been recently serviced, including a new soft top and hydraulic cylinder service in 2025, and clutch components replaced in 2024.
It presents a good value for a classic SL, offering a desirable manual gearbox and a solid mechanical foundation, though it does feature an aftermarket stereo.

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Condition 

7

The car is in good overall condition for its age, with some wear visible. The replacement soft top and recent clutch assembly, shifter bushings, crankshaft position sensor, battery, spark plugs and wires, and EHA valve replacements in 2024 and 2025 indicate good maintenance. However, the description mentions an 'aftermarket stereo' which can be considered a minor deviation from original, and the mileage is 101k, which suggests some wear has occurred.

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Transmission:

Manual

Chassis No:

WDBFA61E8LF002826

Odometer:

101,000 miles

Reg Number:

[Reg Number]

RHD/LHD:

LHD

3.0-Liter Inline-Six Five-Speed Manual Transmission Black Paint Black Leather Upholstery 16" Gullideckel Alloy Wheels Black Soft Top Aftermarket Stereo Cruise Control Automatic Climate Control Clean Carfax Report
This black-on-black 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300SL is equipped with a five-speed manual transmission that has a dogleg shift pattern.

It was first registered in California and relocated in the 1990s to Illinois, where it was acquired by the selling dealer in 2020.

Powered by a 3.0-liter inline-six, it features a black soft top, 16″ Gullideckel wheels, fog lights, an aftermarket stereo, and automatic climate control.

This R129 is offered by the selling dealer with a clean Carfax report and a clean Illinois title.

The car is finished in Black (040) and features a replacement black soft top that was installed in 2025, at which time the hydraulic cylinders were serviced.

Additional exterior equipment includes fog lights, a power antenna, and fender air vents.

The silver 16″ Gulli...

Points of note

£2,449

Lowest Price (Since 2020)

£8,348

Median Price (Since 2020)

£38,569

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