Vehicle Description
There's something great about going premium car shopping on our
site, and this 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL500 is the perfect example.
It's a loaded premium luxury machine that comes with everything
from a fuel-injected V8 motor to a choice of two tops. And it has a
long service history that is always desirable. Best of all, you get
the full package for one surprisingly affordable price.
The R129 Mercedes SL has an intimidating presence when it looms
large in anyone's rear-view mirror. That's due in large part to the
wide grille and massive three-pointed star. But from any angle,
this car looks like it has unstoppable performance. The precision
fit of the body panels has the kind of smooth but sturdy style that
a proper Mercedes sports car can provide. And this is the Sports
model with desirable upgrades like the 18-inch AMG five-spoke
wheels. The Glacier White paint is the factory application, and it
remains stylish. This is a highly original example, and so you will
find signs of responsible use over the years. But when a car has
averaged under 3,100 miles annually, you know it wasn't part of the
daily grind. In fact, we have thousands $$$$$ in receipts
documenting the right car over the years. It includes over $4k on a
new top installed and supporting top parts replaced recently. And
the crisp/clean nave blue against the white paint really gives this
one an elegant look. There's also a color-matched hardtop that
comes with the sale for those times when you want a coupe-like
profile.
While this looks great with either roof in place, the appeal of an
SL is that you can open it up to the world. So the creamy beige
interior makes sure to show off a premium sense of style. Those tan
leather bucket seats are powered, heated, and engineered to keep
you comfortable on long road trips. They even remember your ideal
individual position. The premium feel continues on the real wood
trim, power locks, cruise control, power steering, and automatic
A/C climate control. That last one is great, because it knows how
to keep up with a change in atmosphere, and that's what the car was
born to do. When you're using the well-insulated soft top, it can
power down in a matter of moments. And power windows mean that you
can go from enclosed luxury, to open to the world without ever
leaving the driver's seat. But 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. This can be
seen on features such as the dual front airbags, side airbags,
anti-lock disc brakes, and roll bar that automatically pops up when
danger is detected.
The 500 in SL500 means a mighty 5.0-liter V8 in the tidy engine
bay. The 300-horsepower fuel-injected, DOHC unit has the ideal mix
of quick reactions and smooth delivery. And the ultra-tidy
presentation of this engine bay - right down to the wires and belts
- is another reminder of the level of thoughtful maintenance in
this modern classic. The five-speed automatic transmission snaps to
attention with the poke of the throttle; the four-wheel power disc
brakes provide excellent stopping power; and the multi-link
suspension provides impressive handling. In total, this is the
ultimate convertible for the driver who wants a tight-handling car
for the back roads, but doesn't want to give up supple comfort or
space for the golf clubs.
The sale comes complete with the owner's manual and maintenance
records, as well as rarely-seen nice extras like the first aid kit
and a new spare key. It's time to get a piece of the good life at a
great price. Call today!!!
