Vehicle Description
There's something great about going premium car shopping on our
site, and this 2001 Mercedes SL500 is the perfect example. It has
been cared for all its life, so its paint, interior, and big
original V8 motor are all in amazing condition. In fact, the only
part of this two-top convertible that shows its age is the low
price.
If you want to treat the interstate like the Autobahn, do it in a
R129 Mercedes-Benz SL. It 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 unstoppable performance. While it's not
a small car, it does have the sheetmetal stretched tight over the
mechanicals, and few cars have ever been as densely packed with
technological wizardry as this SL. Not just technology, but just
superior engineering, too. You see that in how the original paint
has not just survived, but it still has the kind of luster that
makes lesser cars jealous. The Travertine Beige was a great choice
in 2001, because it still is an elegant hue today. The metallic
glow of the paintwork does a fantastic job of coordinating with the
sheen on the upgraded 18-inch AMG five-spoke wheels. You might have
also noticed in the pictures that this car comes with the desirable
removable hardtop. It gives you the option of having a
sophisticated personal luxury coupe whenever you desire.
The R129 is a true luxury and technology machine, and you know it
the moment you sit down. Those tan leather buckets are powered,
heated, and engineered to keep you comfortable on long road trips.
Of course the pair of seats is just the tip of the premium iceberg.
This SL has real wood trim, power windows, power locks, cruise
control, and automatic climate control. The powerful AM/FM/cassette
stereo w/CD changer has speakers by Bose, so it sounds fantastic
with the top up or down. And speaking of the top, it's a
multi-layered tan cloth roof that raises and lowers electronically
with the touch of a button. 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, and 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.
With a car so well preserved so far, you'll be happy to know that
the original 5.0-liter motor lives within the engine bay. The
fuel-injected, DOHC V8 makes robust 302 horsepower, it gives you
the freedom to choose to keep up with traffic, or easily leave all
of them behind. It has led a pampered life, and we have thousands
$$$$ in maintenance receipts to prove that this roadster has been
taken care of like a proper luxury Mercedes should. The five-speed
automatic transmission snaps to attention with the poke of the
throttle, and the multi-link suspension provides impressive
handling. In total, this is the ultimate roadster for the driver
who wants a tight handling car for the backroads, but doesn't want
to give up supple comfort or space for the golf clubs.
You could be shopping for a used hatchback or you could take home
this Mercedes SL for the same price. The best part is you can show
off this premium convertible with pride since it comes with
documentation like the very important maintenance receipts and the
owner's manual. It's your chance at filet mignon for hamburger
prices. Call today!!!