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- The Classic Sale at the Practical Classics Classic Car and Restoration Show 2025
- 1993 Mercedes-Benz 500 SL (R129)
1993 Mercedes-Benz 500 SL (R129)
Lot Number: 140
1993 Mercedes-Benz 500 SL (R129)
Well presented in a great colour, this 5-litre R129 from long term ownership is offered without Reserve.
- ESTIMATE: £6,000 - £8,000
+ buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)
You can choose to bid in the room, by phone, online or via commission.
LIVE AUCTION: This lot will be auctioned on Saturday 22nd March, 2025 at 12.00pm GMT at NEC, Birmingham, B40 1NT
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BODY COLOUR
Almandine -
DRIVE
RHD -
REG NUMBER
L497 GDV -
ODOMETER READING
142747 Miles
SUMMARY
Well presented in a great colour, this 5-litre R129 from long term ownership is offered without Reserve.
DESCRIPTION
- In production for 13 years, the R129 SL probably did more than any other to create the 'hewn-from-solid' reputation that Mercedes then enjoyed
- UK-supplied and registered in 1993, this 500 SL has been owned by our vendor since 2002 with just one previous keeper
- Finished in Almandine Red with a matching hardtop and an Oatmeal leather interior
- Powered by the M119 5-litre, 32-valve V8 generating 322bhp and mated to a 4-speed automatic gearbox
- Fitted with a new radio but the original will accompany the car with its multi-disc player
- Maintained by Mercedes-trained mechanics (Coverdale of Newton Abbott ) since 2002
- Supplied with its original hardtop, book pack with handbook and stamped service record
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 140
- Make
- MERCEDES
- Model
- R129 500SL
- Registration Number
- L497 GDV
- MOT Expiry
- 16/05/2025
- Chassis Number
- WBD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Body Colour
- Almandine
GALLERY
SPECIALIST
Stacey Williams
- Car Specialist
- 07472 250306
- stacey@iconicauctioneers.com
For further information regarding this lot please contact Stacey.
CONTACTSCORE:
102 / 135
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Remarks
Electrical harnesses that feed computers and monitor the engine replaced circa 6 years ago
Vehicle History
About the Seller Rating
A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.
Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car
Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts
Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history
Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history
Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history
Please note all lots must be removed from the venue no later than 2pm on Monday 24th March. Collections will be from 9am - 2pm. If you cannot collect yourself, please do get in touch with our transport partner, EM Rogers, who will be happy to help you.
Uplift by EM Rogers back to their storage facility in Northampton is £175 plus VAT. Storage is £10 plus VAT per day for the first seven days and £40 plus VAT per week thereafter.
For larger vehicles such as vans, transporters etc. please contact EM Rogers on +44 (0)1604 755511 for a quote.
If you cannot collect, or do not let us know transport arrangements before noon on 24th February, we will send the car to EM Rogers on your behalf.
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