£25,728
1996 Mercedes-Benz (R129) SL500
Collecting Cars • UK • 29 Oct 2026
Market Position:
Highest 10% of Past Sales
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£25,728
1996 Mercedes-Benz (R129) SL500
UK • 29 Oct 2026
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL500 (R129) boasts a desirable 5.0L V8 engine and a 5-speed automatic transmission, presented in a classic Green Black metallic with a well-documented service history and modest mileage.
While described as having minor age-related blemishes, its comprehensive equipment list and strong mechanical upkeep make it an attractive modern classic roadster for collectors.
Condition
7
The car is described as having 'minor age-related blemishes', and while it has a strong service history and low mileage, this suggests it's not in perfect or near-perfect condition. A rating of 7 (Very Good) reflects this, acknowledging it's well-maintained but not pristine.
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62,134 miles
P899 KWB
1996
Auction
Automatic
RHD
United Kingdom
£25,728
1996 Mercedes-Benz (R129) SL500
Collecting Cars • UK • 29 Oct 2026
Market Position:
Highest 10% of Past Sales
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Description
Key facts This R129-generation Mercedes-Benz SL500 is a highly desirable modern classic roadster, presented in a smart factory colour scheme and with a strong specification.
It is powered by a 5.0-litre naturally aspirated ‘M119’ V8, delivering power to the rear wheels via a five-speed automatic transmission.
First registered in September 1996, this example has been with the seller for four years.
The odometer shows a relatively modest 62,134 miles from new.
Equipment and features This R129-era SL500 is finished in Green Black metallic with a beige leather-trimmed interior, a complementary brown upper dashboard, and wood veneer trim.
It rides on 16-inch machined eight-hole alloy wheels fitted with Uniroyal Rain
Sport 3 tyres.
Equipment includes headlamp washers, electrically adjustable heated front seats with three-position memory, automatic climate control with digital display, an automatic pop-up roll bar, rain-sensing wipers, a Blaupunkt Pasadena cassette stereo, an electro-h...
Price Analysis vs Other (R129) SL 500s
£2,040
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£13,478
Median Price (Since 2020)
£91,646
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Valid
Expires on 21st Jun 2027
Latest MOT mileage:
61,726 miles
MOT History
Passed
On 16th Jun 2026, 61,726 miles
There were 7 defects noted.
Minor:
- Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Advisory:
- Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- Nearside Front Steering linkage has slight play
- Nearside Front Fog lamp inoperative
Passed
On 28th May 2025, 60,813 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
Minor:
- Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Advisory:
- Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured N/S and O/s (4.4.3 (a))
- Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner Faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Rear Exhaust Silencer deteriorated
- Nearside Front Inner Steering joint has slight play
Passed
On 21st Jun 2024, 60,277 miles
Passed
On 22nd Jun 2023, 59,468 miles
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