This 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL500 Silver Arrow is a former Certified Pre-Owned example and has spent time in Texas and Florida since new. Finished in Silver Arrow Metallic (777) over a two-tone Black and Silver Nappa Leather (231) interior, power comes from a 5.0-liter M113 V8 paired to a five-speed automatic transmission. Features include xenon headlamps, AMG sport styling, heated seats, automatic climate control, a removable hardtop, an electric-folding soft top, and Silver Arrow-specific trim and leather. Recent service includes a new A/C control unit and relay along with a flush and recharge of the system. This SL500 Silver Arrow currently shows just under 72k miles on the digital odometer and is offered by the selling dealer with manufacturer’s literature, one key, a factory windscreen, original tool roll, Monroney window sticker, a clean Carfax report, and a clean Florida title.
Finished in Silver Arrow Metallic (777), the body is reportedly free from any accidents and all paintwork appears to be original. The soft top is trimmed in original Black cloth and presents a clear rear window and no tears or snags in the fabric. The included hardtop is finished in matching Silver Arrow Metallic (777) and has remained with the car since new. Exterior features include xenon headlamps, an AMG body kit including sculpted bumpers, side skirts, and exhaust tips, along with Silver Arrow-specific fender badges. The seller notes one small dent on the right side of the hardtop.
This example retains the original Silver Arrow-specific wheels produced by BBS for the R129 Silver Arrow edition. These 2-piece wheels measure 18x8.5” up front and 18x9.5” in the rear and are wrapped in Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3+ tires measuring 245/40 and 275/35 respectively with 2017 and 2018 date codes. Factory Silver Arrow calipers are seen behind each wheel along with drilled rotors.
The cabin is trimmed in two-tone Black and Silver (231) Nappa leather across the seats, door cards, head rests, shift knob, and steering wheel. The original Silver leather trimmed floor mats remain with the car and Birdseye Maple wood adorns the door cards and center console. Additional features include electrically adjustable heated front seats with memory, automatic climate control, an automatic dimming rear view mirror with integrated homelink, and Silver Arrow-exclusive polished aluminum trim.
The Silver Arrow package for this SL500 was offered for an additional $2,500 on top of MSRP and was limited to 1,550 units for the North American market. The Silver Arrow package includes Exclusive “Silver Arrow” Ultra-Metallic paint, specifically designed trim for the Silver Arrow package, Birdseye Maple wood, illuminated Door Sills, Xenon Lights, Heated Seats, a 6-disc changer, exclusive high polish BBS wheels, and polished aluminum exterior and interior features.
The digital odometer shows just under 72k original miles. Instrumentation includes a 160-mph speedometer, a 7k-rpm tachometer with a 6k-rpm redline, and a digital odometer with trip function. Additional gauges include fuel level, oil pressure, fuel economy, and an analog clock. The gauges are trimmed with chrome rings and feature a Silver Arrow-exclusive polished aluminum surround to match the shifter surround.
The 5.0-liter M113 V8 was rated at 302 horsepower and 339 lb-ft of torque when new and is paired to a 722.6 automatic five-speed transmission. Routine maintenance by multiple Mercedes-Benz dealers is documented on the Carfax report. Recent service includes a new A/C control unit and relay along with a flush and recharge of the system. Underbody photos are viewable in the gallery.
The Carfax report shows no accidents or damage, 29 service history records, and registration history in Texas and Florida. This R129 Silver Arrow is being offered with manufacturer’s literature, one key, a factory windscreen, original tool roll, Monroney window sticker, a clean Carfax report, and a clean Florida title.
A thorough video of the car with driving footage has been provided by the seller below.
The R129 is certainly poised as a proper modern classic especially when you consider its long tenure in the Mercedes lineup throughout the 90’s and early 2000’s. Combining the sharp Sacco-designed lines with the “Silver Arrow” nameplate and a limited production run was a definitive recipe for success, but moreover, designers found a way to bring the heritage and look of the 1930’s to the R129. The aluminum work surely stood out from the pack considering the parts it replaced were primarily black plastic and the paint, if you’ve ever seen it in person, is brighter than any other silver Mercedes offered. Essentially, the Silver Arrow found a way to bring the romance of the GT roadster full circle by combining modern functionality and timeless craftsmanship.
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17 Comments
@moadbrkt congrats on the winning bid, thank you!! Thanks to all the bidders as well!
$21,250 bid placed by @moadbrkt
$21,000 bid placed by @alexinfinite
Reserve is off!! happy bidding!
The reserve has been lifted!
$20,750 bid placed by @moadbrkt
$20,500 bid placed by @Betterhalf
$20,250 bid placed by @moadbrkt
$20,000 bid placed by @LGR1947
$16,750 bid placed by @trilldizzle
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$16,000 bid placed by @TrueSpec
@LIlife agreed, but that’s what makes the Silver Arrow Special; the details
That brushed aluminum trim is such a nice touch. Would have loved to see MB offer this on some other models as well
@Kris3 agreed! The brushed aluminum details, the 2 piece wheels, panda interior, and the special paint that is so vibrant, even being silver. It is a very good blend between classic and modern. Thanks!
The Silver Arrows are such nice specs. A true modern classic today!
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Do you offer shipping or can you arrange shipping?
$15,500 bid placed by @Betterhalf
So what. With last replacement 14 years ago no way I can buy this. May be working now but they have 10 years life at most w/o another repair. Too expensive to take a chance after so long. how long will you guaranty no leakers ?
@DBCooper The top is perfectly functional as demonstrated in the video and works without any issues.
@germancars it doesnt say that cylinders were peplaced and it was 14 years ago.. no thanks
@DBCooper As per reported in the car history, parts were replaced at Lokey Motor Company Clearwater, FL. It can verified in the Carfax report.
could you tell me if you had the convertible top hydraulic cylinders updated and when? i asked bc your last comment is vague and i want to know if new cylinders were put in or not and if you have the receipt.
could you tell me if you had the convertible top hydraulic cylinders updated and when?
$15,250 bid placed by @babtainy
$15,000 bid placed by @Betterhalf
@AJT123 Car history shows that the top's hydraulic system was serviced/replaced at around 50K miles. Top operates without hick-ups
Top been replaced?
$5,250 bid placed by @alexinfinite
$5,000 bid placed by @Mbb79184
$1,000 bid placed by @Stmzilla