West Coast Classics are proud to present this year 2000
Mercedes-Benz SL500, a highly desirable late-model R129, notable
for its low mileage and the inclusion of the factory SL1
(Convenience Packages including heated seats, multi contoured seats
etc) and SL2 (18" AMG Wheels & AMG styling of front
& rear apron, side skirts etc) packages. Finished in Black
over a Black leather interior and with only 41K original
miles! The R129 series was introduced at the Geneva Motor
Show in March of 1989 and received facelifts for the 1996 and 1999
model years. This 2000 example is among the final iterations of the
R129, and was sold new by Loeber Motors of Lincolnwood, Illinois
with the optional SL1 and SL2 packages. Dealer-maintained
for most of its life and treated to a recent full service, this
SL500 is being offered with just over 41k original miles.This SL
comes finished in Black with a matching power-retractable soft top
and removable hardtop. The factory-equipped SL1 Package adds an
AMG-designed aerodynamic lower body kit including a front apron
with mesh air intake, a contoured rear apron, and sculpted side
skirts with Sport emblems. The car boasts a clean CARFAX
report and the SL1 Package equips staggered-width AMG 5 spoke
monobloc alloy wheels.The car was serviced in recent years at the
renown 'Swiss Motors', Independent Mercedes-Benz specialists of Los
Angeles, CA. The cabin features heated and
power-adjustable seats trimmed in black leather along with a
matching dashboard and door panels accented by decorative wood
veneers. Amenities include automatic climate control, cruise
control, Xenon headlights with automatic level control, and a Bose
stereo with an integrated trunk-mounted 6-disc CD changer.This
SL500 is powered by an all-aluminum M113 5.0L V8 engine rated at
302 HP and 339 lb.-ft of torque, driving the rear wheels through a
5-speed automatic transmission.With its impressive build quality,
luxurious appointments, and robust V8 engine, this low-mileage
SL500 offers an excellent value for any enthusiast in search of a
vintage SL-Class Mercedes-BenzKey Highlights:Final Iteration: As a
post-1999 facelift model, it features the refined M113 5.0L V8
engine, which is widely praised for its reliability and ease of
maintenance compared to earlier powerplants.Performance Styling:
The SL1 package gives the car a more aggressive stance with an
AMG-designed front apron, side skirts, and rear valance.Documented
History: It boasts a history of dealer maintenance and a very
recent "full service"Market Context: The price reflects the premium
collectors place on the black-on-black color scheme combined with
the AMG body styling and 41k mileage range. The R129 is
currently seeing a "Youngtimer" surge in value, particularly for
examples like this that bridge the gap between classic styling and
modern drivability.
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