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£25,312 (Est: £20,000 - £22,000)

1991 Mercedes-Benz 500SL (R129)

United Kingdom • 16 May 2026 • Lot 582

Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

This 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500SL (R129) is a low-mileage example finished in Arctic White over Royal Blue with rare rear seating. It has been maintained with care, supported by independent servicing since 2016, and comes with a fresh service and MOT.

Condition

7

The car is described as beautifully presented and well-cared for, but it has had seven former keepers, suggesting some wear and tear. The description mentions that it has seen light use, and the MOT records support the low indicated mileage, implying it's in solid condition with slight wear visible.

/ 10

Transmission:

Automatic

Chassis No:

WDB1290662F034992

Odometer:

34,251 miles

Reg Number:

J793 PCW

RHD/LHD:

RHD

The introduction of the R129 marked a significant step forward for Mercedes-Benz’s long-running SL lineage, combining traditional engineering integrity with advanced safety and comfort technology.

Launched in 1989, the model was widely praised for its build quality, refinement and usability, and remains one of the most accomplished modern classics from Stuttgart.

At the top of the early range sat the 500SL, powered by the formidable M119 V8, widely regarded as one of the marque’s finest engines.

Offered from a private Collection, this 1991 example is finished in Arctic White (147U) over Royal Blue leather (272A), a timeless and elegant combination that complements the clean lines of the R129 particularly well.

The interior is paired with a matching blue soft top, ensuring a cohesive and period-correct presentation throughout.

The car retains its correct Gullideckel alloy wheels, further supporting its originality.

Displaying 34,251 miles at the time of cataloguing, the car has c...