Vehicle Description
This 1991 Mercedes 300SL is a new generation classic with a bold
look and a luxury A/C interior. But what's truly impressive is this
is a rare five-speed example. Yes, you've found a stick-shift
SL!
The Signal Red is a bold color that gives this car an instant
presence. This is the original paint to the car, so it has been
enjoyed, but the overall condition reminds you instantly of why
this was over $78K car when new. And this level of quality remains
throughout this droptop. The doors close with precision usually
reserved for coupes, the gaps retain their meticulousness
uniformity, and the big tri-star leading the way is as bold and
bright as ever. Plus, being treated with respect from day one means
you are looking at a highly original example, right down to the
16-inch factory alloys.
The tan pinstripe running the length of the car is also a preview
of the full tan leather interior. After all, this SL needs to look
its best with the top down, because these were made to be open to
the world. As you peek inside, there is a sense that there was the
best care and maintenance to where it feels like they tuned back
the clock a couple of decades. The bucket seats have been
engineered to be all-day comfortable, and the dual memory settings
means it always power adjusts back to your favorite position. But
more than just comfort, there's another side to Mercedes amenities
that are always a nice bonus. This premium marque is known for
engineering plenty of safety into their cars, and this can be seen
on features like the dual airbags, anti-lock brakes, and the roll
bar that automatically pops up when danger is detected. There are
other great features such as power windows, power locks, cruise
control, keyless entry/alarm, and an upgraded AM/FM/CD stereo with
USB input. The factory automatic A/C climate control is there to
keep you feeling comfortable even when the top is down in the
summertime. And speaking of top, you not only get a nice black
folding power roof, but this one also comes with the color matching
hardtop that makes your roadster look like a sleek coupe.
Power comes from a 3.0-liter fuel-injected inline-six. It's as
silky as a turbine and torquey enough to make the drop-top feel
quick and light on its feet. But the true key to performance is
that you have full control over the motor with the five-speed
manual transmission. Stick shifts are a rarity in Benzes of this
era. They would be fully abolished within a few years because they
were not popular in the USA. So this is a seldom-seen option that
will continue to give this car added distinction for years to come.
It's also legendary for its durability, and thanks to proper
maintenance throughout its life, it still fires up with the kind of
vigor that makes far newer vehicles jealous. The fully independent
suspension makes this the perfect grand touring machine for the
backroads. Plus, the power steering and four-wheel disc brakes only
heighten this experience.
This special Benz also comes with terrific paperwork, including the
original window sticker, bill of sale, owner's manual, and
maintenance records. So if you know how rare this opportunity is,
then you know you can't miss this stick-shift R129 SL. Call
today!!!