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Mercedes-Benz 300SL-24 Roadster

Mercedes-Benz 300SL-24 Roadster

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Mercedes-Benz 300SL-24 Roadster
Lot number 24
Hammer value £3,050
Description Mercedes-Benz 300SL-24 Roadster
Registration K503 EYY
Year 1993
Colour Black
Engine size 2,960 cc
Chassis No. WDB1290612F071985
Engine No. 10498122020174

Launched in 1989, the R129-series continued the SL dynasty from Mercedes-Benz, a family of cars which has survived into its 6th generation.

Traditionally the most sporting model of the MB line-up, the SL was the preserve of the rich and famous when new and many F1 drivers used them as day-to-day cars in the early nineties, Ayrton Senna included. From the poetic motion of the electric hood to the roll bar that automatically flipped up if the car sensed an accident, the SL oozed sophistication with all the latest technology such as adaptive suspension with active damping, airbags, traction control, air con and a superb new five-link rear suspension all as standard.

Introduced in 1990 and remaining in production until 1993, the 300SL-24 was powered by a creamy smooth 3-litre 24-valve DOHC straight-six that produced 230bhp and could sprint to 60 in just 7.9 seconds with a top speed of 149mph.

This 1993 300SL-24 was purchased by the vendor from a friend at the local golf club. Sold new by Bradshaws in London, it has had 18 stamps in the service book during its 127,800 miles and is due to carry a fresh MOT by the time of sale.

The vendor has recently fitted a new hood module at a cost of £1,100, the car retaining its original hard top and folding stand. At some time it has been fitted with a mellow-sounding sports exhaust, distinctive OZ wheels, a wind-deflector and was specified from new with the unusal electrically adjustable internal rear view mirror and headrest option.

Further recent expenditure includes a new distributor cap, rotor arm and plug leads, the vendor advising us that it is ready to be enjoyed over the forthcoming summer months.

Bidders are advised that the registration number shown in the photographs is not included in the sale.

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