This 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500SL AMG 6.0 was reportedly modified in period by AMG Germany for the Brunei Royal Family. The car features an original M119 V8 that was increased in displacement to 6.0 liters by AMG and shows a stamped engine block. Finished in Anthracite Grey Metallic (172) over a Grey Leather (278) interior, the car features a full AMG body kit, OZ Racing Aero III wheels, AMG exhaust, and painted trim. Additional features include a new black folding soft top, a removable paint-matched hardtop, automatic climate control, 300kph AMG gauge cluster, rear kinder seats, and original Euro-spec lighting. Extensive maintenance has been performed under current ownership since 2021 including rebuilt top hydraulics, front & rear brake pads, fuel pump, rebuilt steering box, various suspension parts, all fuses, ignition coil, spark plugs, and much more. Thorough receipts and documentation showing the cars history is provided and shown in the gallery. Now with less than 29k kilometers (~18k miles), this premerger AMG is now being offered by the seller in United Kingdom with a removable hardtop & stand, service records, wind deflector, two infrared keys, one valet key, key holder cassette, original tool kit, and a clean U.K. title.
The body is finished Anthracite Grey Metallic (172) with matching lower body cladding and a full AMG body kit. The Gen 1 AMG kit consists of both front and rear bumpers, extended side skirts, and a 3-piece ducktail Heckspoiler. All parts are stamped with HWA AMG part numbers. A monochrome color scheme by AMG also features painted headlight and windshield wipers along with paint-matched wheels. An authentic AMG exhaust is fitted and shows period correct AMG tips at the rear. A new folding soft top was recently fitted in February 2024 along with all rebuild top hydraulics in May 2022. The front bumper was repainted in November 2023 and the seller notes minor chips on the front grill. The glass features a slight green tint, believed to also have been done in period by AMG with matching side mirror glass. Detailed photos are provided in the gallery highlighting any imperfections.
The M119 V8 was bored and stroked to increase displacement at AMG’s Affalterbach factory to 6.0-liters, resulting in a rating of approximately 375 horsepower. AMG stickers denoting the 6.0L upgrade are seen on the radiator support and valve covers. Additionally, an "AMG 119 6.0" stamp can be found on the engine block along with a "6.0" marking on the oil dipstick handle. The car is also listed as having the correct 5956cc engine on all DVLA documents. Extensive maintenance has been performed since the owners acquisition in 2021 totalling approximately $25k in work to ensure this AMG is fully sorted. An itemized list of service is outlined below:
Feb 2021 at NJS Solutions
Mar 2021 at NJS Solutions
October 2021 at NJS Solutions
May 2022 at NJS Solutions
October 2022 at NJS Solutions
May 2023 at D:Class Automotive LTD
August 2023
November 2023 at John Haynes Mercedes
Feb 2024 at Car Hood Specialist
A cold start and running video has been provided below.
Premerger AMGs have officially transcended into highly desireable collector pieces among automotive enthusiasts from all walks. The W124 AMG 6.0 Hammer commands nearly $1 million today followed by C126 widebody cars which aren't far behind. As the market evolves and more people start to understand just how special these premerger cars really are, the same effect is now happening with the R129 and W140. It's believed approximately 50 or less of the early R129s were converted to 6.0L AMGs making them among the most rare models produced.
This particular example stands out from the crowd as a documented 6.0L originally ordered by the Brunei Royal Family and benefits from extensive recent service. Both the brand new soft top and original hardtop operate flawlessly thanks to recently rebuilt top hydraulics. The VIN on these RHD cars that went to Brunei always show the stock UK car before they went to Germany for the AMG upgrades. Interestingly, the VIN decodes with option 828- Deletion of catalytic converter, which is uncommon for vehicles designated for the UK, and may be another indicatation of its intent of AMG conversion when new. Accompanying the car is a Brunei registration/service book that shows the car was auctioned by the Brunei Royal Family in 2011, and a photo of the auction sheet is provided in the gallery. The registration document shows the company Bandtoo SDN BHD as first owner which is the government company that auctions the cars off for the family.
There's no comparison to the originality of a car built back in the glory days, backed with a documented history. This 500SL 6.0 has been fully sorted and properly kept in a temperature controlled storage facility, only driven in nice weather and avoiding harsh winters. For collectors today, a car needs to check a lot of boxes to qualify as worthy and this R129 AMG does just that, AMG stamped engine block and all.
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The car was sold post auction at an agreed price of $120,000. Congratulations to both the buyer and seller!my guess was a reserve of 120KNice work @aking. That was fun to watch.$116,500 bid placed by @AKing
$114,000 bid placed by @MartinMartin
Out of this world is about to drop a bomb.....BOOMMMMMMM$113,500 bid placed by @AKing
I saw the car on Sunday and whoever wins it are very lucky… it’s a lovely thing$110,500 bid placed by @MartinMartin
That was out of this world.Fight is on..... I'm pully for @nimble (Rocky theme)$110,000 bid placed by @outofthisworld
$102,500 bid placed by @NimbleItalian
I'm ready to play :)Hammer. Dropped.....$100,000 bid placed by @AKing
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$85,000 bid placed by @MartinMartin
@MrJagger Presents like a 6 figure car it should do well. I have one as well so watching closely Goodluck$83,500 bid placed by @Smcase22
Thank you$83,000 bid placed by @Apabla40
I have the details of a firm a friend of mine has used recently, although not sure of costings, can give you details if you send me your contact details through a message on here. Also, just so everyone is aware and to save time, the reserve on the car is a six figure sum, not five. ThanksAnyone have an idea of price on getting this shipped across the pond?$79,500 bid placed by @ubergruber
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The real McCoy! Absolutely love the color and the matching wheels.$63,000 bid placed by @MartinMartin
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This is a stunning spec SL and deserves all the money. Brunei cars are usually just epic. Waiting for the day where one of the station wagon 7.3L W140 conversions comes up for sale.$50,000 bid placed by @Smcase22
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OMG. Beautiful example!$1,992 bid placed by @ccutler05
@ubergruber Will do. CheersThanks, that’s great.@ubergruber Hi. Not this Sunday I'm afraid, but yes next weekend will most likely work. It's at a facility and weekdays are actually easier for access without pre-arranging, but will talk to them tomorrow and perhaps we could do it on the Saturday, or can do in the week too. ThanksHi, is it possible to view the car this Sunday/next weekend? Thanks@Nurbnerd Thank you!Very impressive car! Love to see proper attention and care given to a very deserving car.