1990 Mercedes-benz 300sl Base Convertible 2-door 3.0l on 2040-cars

US $6,500.00

Year:1990 Mileage:118000 Color: Slate Gray /
Parchmnet

Location:

Mooresville, North Carolina, United States

1990 Mercedes-Benz 300SL Base Convertible 2-Door 3.0L, US $6,500.00, image 1

1990 Mercedes-Benz 300SL Base Convertible 2-Door 3.0L, US $6,500.00, image 2

1990 Mercedes-Benz 300SL Base Convertible 2-Door 3.0L, US $6,500.00, image 3

1990 Mercedes-Benz 300SL Base Convertible 2-Door 3.0L, US $6,500.00, image 4

Transmission:Automatic
Body Type:Convertible
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:3.0L 2962CC l6 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated
Fuel Type:GAS
For Sale By:Private Seller

VIN: WDBFA61E7LF006379 Year: 1990
Make: Mercedes-Benz
Model: 300SL
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Trim: Base Convertible 2-Door
Options: Sunroof, Cassette Player, Leather Seats, Convertible
Drive Type: RWD
Safety Features: Anti-Lock Brakes, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag
Mileage: 118,000
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Locks, Power Windows, Power Seats
Exterior Color: Slate Gray
Interior Color: Parchmnet
Number of Cylinders: 6

Condition: Used: A vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections. ...

Engine: 3.0 litre straight-6

Mileage: 118,000

Vin #: WDBFA61E7LF006379

Transmission: automatic

Exterior Color: Slate Grey

Interior Color: Parchment

Description

Video:

http://youtu.be/1TCpP895qsQ

In 1989, Mercedes-Benz retired its classic Type 107 bodyshell that had been used for a succession of roadsters for for what was nearly the preceding 20 years, replacing it with an equally appealing, sleek new design in the modern idiom. This new Type 129 body style was used for three different engine types: 6.0-liter V12, 5.0-liter V8 and 3.0-liter straight six. As installed in the 300SL, the fuel-injected six was available in 12 and 24-valve versions, the latter being 41 horsepower more powerful at 231bhp and delivering significantly improved performance.

As one might expect, these new SL luxury sports cars were designed to be world leaders in their class and were lavishly equipped in the best Mercedes-Benz tradition. The W129 found a market with the rich and famous, including Princess Diana, who got a 500SL in 1992 to replace her XJS—an event which marked the first time a member of the British royal family acquired a car not built in their own Kingdom. This particular car is no different, having always enjoyed a pampered, well-maintained and always garaged existence, most recently as part of an extensive and significant collection valued well into the millions.

Finished in Slate Grey over tan hides, this 300SL left Stuttgart in September 1990, equipped with the more powerful 24-valve straight six and fully loaded with both tops. Few more advanced or well appointed cars could be bought when the purchaser of this SL drove off the lot: automatic climate control, 10-way powered seats with 3 memory settings, passenger side SRS airbag and automatic pop-up roll bar system were all standard fare.

Having traveled just 118,000 miles since new, this fantastic example is truly a head-turner that still looks fantastically sporty and luxurious despite being more than 20 years old and used as a dailly driver. The exterior is near perfect, the body straight with excellent panel fits and gaps and no dings or evidence of body work to speak of. The finish is fantastic. The same is true of the interior, the rich leather seats showing only the most normal wear, interior panels and dash are all flawless with no cracks. Hard top works as should as well as soft top functions as should . The plastic windows in the soft do need to be replaced. Mechanically the car is strong and solid, indicative of the careful use it has received over its lifetime. The engine starts effortlessly, idles consistently and pulls strongly and smoothly through each of the gears. The 3.0L Inline 6 Cylinder engine puts out plenty of power and has the added benefit of having the lowest average maintenance costs and the best fuel economy of all of the R129 SLs. Recent work done to the car includes: Rebuilt power system for soft top, rebuilt Instrument Cluster, rebuilt ac control unit, and service.

The R129 Series SL is considered by many in the collector car world to be the last standard production Mercedes that will ever be considered a classic. With these finishes, low mileage and an excellent provenance, this example is as fine as they come and will undoubtedly provide many happy miles for its next owner.

Here is a video clip of the actual car...Sorry its so dirty we just came back from a vacation. The car will be fully detailed.

Video:

http://youtu.be/1TCpP895qsQ

If interested please call to discuss this wonderful automobile. I will be more than happy to tell you all I know of this vehicle. My family has been very happy with this car. Please call 704.990.5481 if interested..

Thanks

The car is being sold as-is where is..Buyer responsible for picking up or shipping auto. Buyer is responsible for all fee's associated with this auction including ebay and paypal fee's for deposits

All money sent in towards this car, be it a deposit or payment arrangements are considered NON-REFUNDABLE. Car must be picked up within 5 business days of auction end unless otherwise discussed and agreed on by both parties. If car is not picked up in alloted time, all buyer funds will be forfeited and car will be relisted for auction. THE CAR MUST BE PAID IN FULL PRIOR TO BUYERS PICK UP NO EXCEPTIONS.

A NON-REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT OF 1000.00 US DOLLARS SHOULD BE PAID AT THE END OF AUCTION. PLEASE SEND AN EMAIL AND INVOICE WILL BE SENT TO YOU WITH A BILL OF SALE.

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