1999 R129 SL320 - Glojo?

[stats007]

Quite a nice example though the interior isn't to my taste.

SL320 V6

 

[glojo]

Hi Stats,
What a stunning example, I thought YES.... this is the one, then I saw the interior pictures. The interior is just tooo in your face for my liking (I haven't said anything yet to 'She that must be obeyed'

The exterior colour is perfect, the wheels are perfect, the history is\might be acceptable. (The MOT expires in June)

If it was not for the exterior, I would have arranged for someone to look at the vehicle. Having seen this example, it simply enforces my believe that the perfect car is out there.

Thanks very much indeed for taking the time to post the link.

Regards,
John

 

[500E]

That SL is quite nice, although its missing a front indicator

Beautiful interior I reckon, nice & smooth 3.2L V6, with a nice/unusual paintwork colour.

 

[BTB 500]

its missing a front indicator

Well spotted, weird considering it's obviously had a good makeover for the pics (tyres blacked, etc.)!

 

[Rose Chap]

For what its worth I think that car is very, very nice.

By all reasonable standards its not very 'butch', but then again this is a car for your good lady John so unless she has something against very light interiors it could be worth bearing in mind.

Moreover, is that leather a standard option or is it designo? If its designo then it will be of very high quality and will add a bit of individuality to the car - you won't see one like it coming the other way.

Good luck in the ongoing search.

 

[500E]

Well spotted, weird considering it's obviously had a good makeover for the pics (tyres blacked, etc.)!

It probably fell off! I was talking to the guy who bought my 500 the other day, and he told me he took it to 245km/h, got home and realised that the indicators had fallen off!

 

[stats007]

The indicators just click into place - obviously if not done properly then they can pop out!

The leather would be Helios leather as opposed to Designo.

 

[glojo]

The leather would be Helios leather as opposed to Designo.

Learning more by the minute.

What is Helios leather?

Plus what price would you expect this car to sell for?

By all reasonable standards its not very 'butch', but then again this is a car for your good lady John so unless she has something against very light interiors it could be worth bearing in mind.

We both like light interiors, perhaps me more so, but this colour looks simply too light???


Regards,
John

 

[Fudger]

I like that interior but not good if kids are getting in and out all the time.

Having said i don't like reds, I quite like it.

Bet they want 18k+ though.

 

[stats007]

I would think £16,500 with the mileage it has.

I asked the seller a question:

Hi.
There are one or two very small marks on the corners of the bumper, probably would compound out. We have had no problem with any rusting, the car lived in the South of France for three and a half years and was garaged. There are some small marks on the wheels, again, I don't thnk they are significant.
Just before the photos were taken, the front off side indicator unit was stolen, it was a beautiful day and I didn't want to miss the opportunity of photographing it under those conditions. A new unit is being fitted today.
Chassis no is WDB1290642F1*****. Most of the servicing has been done by Rivervale of Brighton (now H R Owen), one service by the Mercedes dealer in Monaco. Rivervale/H R Owen have all the history on file. The registration number is * *** but that doesn't go with the car.
The car is registered in my wife's name and is therefore one lady owner from new. It is quite stunning.
Tony Stone, tel ***** *** ***

VIN WDB1290642F1*****
Plant 67
Model SL320
Chassis 1290642F181243
Engine 112943 30 402969
Transmission 722607 01 343835
Tyres
Primary MICHELIN
Order 0 9 537 56779
Lights BOSCH
Delivery date 08.02.99
Dealer Great Britain (537)
Interior leather helios (239)
Paint
548 amber red metallic (с 01.05.1998)
548 amber red metallic (с 01.05.1998)
Options
241 left front seat electrically adjustable with memory feature. only applicable to w 210 when installed in conjunction with code 275. (с 01.03.1983)

242 right front seat electrically adjustable with memory feature. only applicable to series w 210 when installed in conjunction with code 275. (с 01.03.1983)

309 cupholder (с 01.06.1995)

415 glass roof (r129) (с 01.03.1994)

441 steering column, electrically adjustable, W202 manually adjustable (с 01.07.1984)

461 instrument with mileage reading and english lettering (с 01.04.1990)

472 electronic stability program (esp) (с 01.10.1993)
dynamic handling control system

500 outside rear view mirror left and right, folding (с 01.10.1993)

501 outside mirrors le/ri with memory (с 01.10.1994)

533 front and rear speakers - without radio (с 01.03.1994)

565 rear seats used on sl models (с 01.01.1963)

600 headlamp wiper/washer (с 01.08.1971)

617 headlamps and fog lamps or additional high beam light, amber, and additional halogen fog lamp (from april 1st, 1970); additional turn signal lamps for italy, and rear turn signal lamps, orange
xenon headlight asymmetric, left driving traffic (с 01.03.1994)

644 5-hole light alloy wheels 17" (с 01.06.1995)

668

740 folding top fabric9001 black (с 01.08.1972)

809 Change of year of model, last figure shows new model year

833

873 seat heater for left and right front seats (с 01.02.1984)

984 elimination of ownership certificate but with coc papers (с 01.06.1993)

 

[glojo]

This car is certainly getting tempting Is heart ruling brain?

Is that interior exceptable?

John

 

[Howard]

I like it !

The interior goes very nicely with the exterior colour and the wood sets it off beautifully !

 

[BTB 500]

Interior is purely down to personal taste - I hate it!

 

[stats007]

I'm with Bill - same for the wheels - but again it's all personal preference!

 

[Vips]

"The car is registered in my wife's name and is therefore one lady owner from new. It is quite stunning."


I'm assuming he's referring to the car!!!

I think its a fantastic car, and quite like the interior. It is definately unique in that sense. If I had the money, I think I would have bidded.

 

[C43AMG]

This car is certainly getting tempting Is heart ruling brain?

Is that interior exceptable?

John

John YES, YES, YES and YES. A great looking car the interior is a one off. Go for it.

 

[stats007]

It's not quite a one-off - there was an SL500 I looked at with the same interior - albeit with the dark burr walnut - which IMO would look better. I'll try and find some photos of that one for a comparison.

Edit:

Some photos of an SL500 with Helios leather and dark burr walnut.

 

[glojo]

I'll try and find some photos of that one for a comparison.

I want to buy something that is perfect in every regard. I have had discussions with 'My Man' aka Stats This car is excellent, BUT the interior. It is obviously an individual thing, the stunning leather is too light, and the dash looks a bit 'plastic'! My heart is saying buy, buy buy, my brain however is saying wait, wait. Look how long it has taken for this vehicle to come to our attention. (Thanks to Stats)

The owner appears genuine, they have even volunteered to MOT the vehicle (It expires in June) It is cetainly a very nice example.

John

 

[stats007]

Perfect 500s in the right colour combination are hard to come buy privately - there are plenty of 320s - the ratio has to be about 4:1 in my experience of '99 cars onwards. If you're happy with a 320 then I'd say wait a bit unless this one turns out to be a bargain.

 

[glojo]

Some photos of an SL500 with Helios leather and dark burr walnut.

Now you have really done it......... How much would it cost to fit those extras?

In my opinion it sets off the interior. Totally confused.

Would a 1999 car be considered a modern classic?

Shame on you for confusing me.


Regards,
John the totally confused