This 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL500 is finished in Smoke Silver Metallic (702) over Java leather (234) and is powered by a 5.0-liter M113 V8 paired with a five-speed automatic transmission. This R129 currently has 32k miles and has had two previous owners. The car is equipped with a removable hardtop, 17″ Albali alloy wheels, fog lights, power-adjustable seats with memory settings for the driver, automatic climate control, a CD stereo, cruise control, and a retractable roll bar. As a two-owner example, the car has remained with its second owner in Florida since 2002 before being acquired by the selling dealer. For Florida buyers only, a $299 dealer fee plus tax and tags will apply. This R129 has 32k miles and is offered with a clean Carfax report and a clean Florida title.
The car is finished in Smoke Silver Metallic (702) and features a color-matched removable hardtop. Equipment includes fog lights, headlamp wipers, fender air vents, a heated rear window, and a single exhaust outlet. Photos are provided of the car with the hard top, soft top, and both tops removed. The black soft top remains in excellent condition and the plastic windows are clear and free from hazing.
The factory Albali alloy wheels measure 17” x 8.25” all around and feature a silver painted face with polished lip. The tires are Continental ContiTouringContacts which measure 245/45 on all four corners.
The cabin features power-adjustable seats upholstered in Java leather (234) accented by burl wood trim on the center console and doors. Interior amenities include automatic climate control, a CD stereo, cruise control, memory settings for the driver’s seat, a retractable roll bar, floor mats, dual front and side airbags, and power windows, mirrors, and locks. The factory first-aid kit and full-size spare are located in the trunk.
The leather-wrapped steering wheel frames a 160-mph speedometer, 7k-rpm tachometer, and analog clock. Additional gauges display coolant temperature, oil temperature, fuel economy, and fuel level. The digital odometer shows 32k miles and all gauges are functioning properly with no warning lights on the dash.
The 5.0-liter M113 V8 was rated at 302 horsepower and 339 lb-ft of torque from the factory. In addition to regular services at Mercedes-Benz of Naples, this SL500 recently received an oil and filter change along with new valve cover gaskets in preparation for the sale.
Power is sent to the rear wheels through a five-speed automatic transmission. Additional underside photos are provided in the gallery below which show the car to be dry and free from corrosion.
A video showing the operation of the soft top can be viewed below.
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When it comes to automotive styling excellence and generation-defining design, the R129 is always a subject of conversation. This generation-SL was able to perfectly capture the spirit of Mercedes’ flagship roadster and was an instant hit following its predecessor, the R107. With its removable hard top and retractable soft top, the R129 is able to take on different versions of itself depending on the weather and your mood. This SL500 is destined to bring its next owner many smiles and top-down fun. Currently the car only has 32k miles and Smoke Silver Metallic has aged like a fine wine.
20 Minutes left I will not sell the car at this price it will bring more at a dealer only auction it’s a 32,000 miles clean Carfax Sl500 that has been fully serviced and needs nothing. wake up guys we are far away from where this should be.
Hi Everyone,
4.5 Hours left and a long way to go....
Just to Recap:
32k Orignal Miles
2 Owner Car
Clean carfax
Hard Top included
3 Keys and Books
Recently serviced - Valve cover gaskets replaced
Lets see some solid bidding action today and get this Beautiful and Classy SL500 to a new home :)
We are available to answer any last minute questions.
Again, we are able to assist with shipping both open and enclosed- Private message us your delivery zip code for a quote.
Good Luck and don't miss this opportunity to own a great car!!
@KorkmazI actually did this to my 1992 500SL and it was very simple. Can be done yourself in little time. I swapped to the all glass face euro headlights.
110 percent agree with @BlueridgeMB on the colour combo. This is one of those colors that will never look as aggressive as today's "stormtrooper fad" but in good shape, it should win a beauty contest every time. Also, kudos to the owner for resisting to tint the hard top glass- love how clean it is.
this is a Beautiful colour in person. Interior has aged very well especially for a colour which typically Does Not! Some time with a Rupes Nano would make the already gorgeous wood on this car utterly Pop to a whole other level.
...Even the external anadized trim is still black....confirms she never spent much time outside in the sun.
113's are a little down on personality compared with the 119, but the reliability and ease of ownership is hard to beat...one of the Easiest engines to service an M113 in an R129.
Hi Everyone,
We have another beautiful R129 up for auction.
Finished in Smoke silver over Java interior - this SL500 is extremely classy!!
Only 2 owners from new with 32k Actual Miles.
We put the car through the shop and had the Valve Cover gaskets replaced so the car is 100% - nothing else was needed at this time.
It drives solid and everything works as it should.
The soft top is in amazing condition along with the plastic windows.
We are offered a lot of these R129 cars and pass on most because they are “beat” - This is a real car - don’t miss out!!!
3 keys and books accompany the sale
Bid with confidence !!!
We can assist with shipping - for a quote please Private message us your delivery zip code.
Good luck and bid to win!!
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Congrats @HurstT You stole this car. I’ll be in touch soon
Congrats to seller and winner. Hopefully my SL does well in the bidding department!
Congrats to both buyer and seller! Looks like a great car at a great price!
This is a steal!
There's no point in last minute bids, you can't snipe since the timer resets to two minutes with each bid starting at the final 2 minutes
Don’t miss out bidders. Very clean low mileage car that just had over $500 worth of valve cover gaskets completed prior to sale
Car is selling today
$12,000 bid placed by @HurstT
The car will be sold today to the highest bidder. Don’t wait to bid.
$11,000 bid placed by @GuiCM
20 Minutes left I will not sell the car at this price it will bring more at a dealer only auction it’s a 32,000 miles clean Carfax Sl500 that has been fully serviced and needs nothing. wake up guys we are far away from where this should be.
$10,750 bid placed by @Arapp104
1 hour remaining - wake up :)
$10,500 bid placed by @JK5100
Hi Everyone, 4.5 Hours left and a long way to go.... Just to Recap: 32k Orignal Miles 2 Owner Car Clean carfax Hard Top included 3 Keys and Books Recently serviced - Valve cover gaskets replaced Lets see some solid bidding action today and get this Beautiful and Classy SL500 to a new home :) We are available to answer any last minute questions. Again, we are able to assist with shipping both open and enclosed- Private message us your delivery zip code for a quote. Good Luck and don't miss this opportunity to own a great car!!
$10,000 bid placed by @OrangeRum
$9,500 bid placed by @Arapp104
@Korkmaz I actually did this to my 1992 500SL and it was very simple. Can be done yourself in little time. I swapped to the all glass face euro headlights.
$9,100 bid placed by @OrangeRum
$8,379 bid placed by @LGR1947
$8,129 bid placed by @Arapp104
Too clean not to bid :)
$6,650 bid placed by @GuiCM
$6,379 bid placed by @sspr
Does anyone know how difficult it is to swap out to the euro headlight lenses?
$6,129 bid placed by @OrangeRum
$5,879 bid placed by @Kloureiro
A video of the soft top operating and photos of the engine have been added to the listing. Thanks everyone
110 percent agree with @BlueridgeMB on the colour combo. This is one of those colors that will never look as aggressive as today's "stormtrooper fad" but in good shape, it should win a beauty contest every time. Also, kudos to the owner for resisting to tint the hard top glass- love how clean it is.
$5,629 bid placed by @Slb0151
Additional photos of the engine bay have been added to the gallery.
$5,379 bid placed by @sebaf1
this is a Beautiful colour in person. Interior has aged very well especially for a colour which typically Does Not! Some time with a Rupes Nano would make the already gorgeous wood on this car utterly Pop to a whole other level. ...Even the external anadized trim is still black....confirms she never spent much time outside in the sun. 113's are a little down on personality compared with the 119, but the reliability and ease of ownership is hard to beat...one of the Easiest engines to service an M113 in an R129.
$5,129 bid placed by @Benzhead
@MBAMG I prefer the term mature haha
@Mfb90 The car is currently in South East Florida. West palm beach area. Please private message me to setup an appointment
Where is the car currently located? Is it in SW FL? If so, can I come see the car in person?
$4,129 bid placed by @Jthompson
Hi Everyone, We have another beautiful R129 up for auction. Finished in Smoke silver over Java interior - this SL500 is extremely classy!! Only 2 owners from new with 32k Actual Miles. We put the car through the shop and had the Valve Cover gaskets replaced so the car is 100% - nothing else was needed at this time. It drives solid and everything works as it should. The soft top is in amazing condition along with the plastic windows. We are offered a lot of these R129 cars and pass on most because they are “beat” - This is a real car - don’t miss out!!! 3 keys and books accompany the sale Bid with confidence !!! We can assist with shipping - for a quote please Private message us your delivery zip code. Good luck and bid to win!!
@LTbenz I was just thinking the same thing...does that mean we're old now? haha
It's funny how I disliked this color so much growing up and now I think it's one of the most classy offerings from MB. Somewhat stately if you will.