Highlights 3.0-litre twin-turbo V6, 0-62 mph in 4.9 seconds Striking Brilliant Blue Metallic over black leather Full AMG Line specification with the AMG Sports Package Low mileage at around 34,000 from three former keepers Extensive history Recently serviced Overview One could argue that the R231 generation SL is the sweet spot of Mercedes-Benz's long-running roadster line.

Much of its body is built from aluminium and magnesium, so it feels taut and light on its feet yet supremely refined.

This is a car equally happy to waft along a motorway or hustle down a favourite B-road.

It's a genuinely classy two-seat grand tourer that has always known exactly what it's for.

Under the bonnet sits a 3.0-litre twin-turbocharged V6, and it's a proper gem of an engine.

There's effortless real-world pace on tap, delivered with the sort of hushed, long-legged ease the SL has traded on for decades.

It's quick when you want it and relaxed when you don't.

Fold away the metal roof and you've a seri...