Mercedes-Benz SL-280 – 1998

Mercedes-Benz SL-280 Convertible 1998

– Only 93,927km!
– Completed original service booklet (Dealer and specialist serviced)
– New MOT
– Hardtop
– Obisidian Black Metallic

The SL R129 debuted at the 1989 Geneva Motor Show. The production period ran from 1989 to 2001. Compared to its predecessor, it had many new safety features. One of these was the automatic roll-over bar. At the threat of overturning, it deployed electromagnetically in 0.3 seconds. A first in automobile production. Another novelty was the electro hydraulic convertible top. Opening or closing it took just 30 seconds. ABS was also standard from its introduction.

This Mercedes-Benz SL 280 is from 1998. It is finished in a neat “Obsidian Black Metallic” opposite a beige leather interior. The life of this SL began in 1998 at Mercedes-Benz dealer Hess in Trier, Germany. This is where it spent its first few years, with regular servicing still taking place at Hess. In 2008, the 2-seater was registered on Dutch registration for the first time. Its 1st Dutch service was in Amsterdam. Later it moved to Wassenaar and finally to Leiden, where the last listing is present. This service booklet shows that it has covered only 93,927 kilometres. This is also reflected in the current neat condition of the car.

The interior consists of leather upholstery. The centre console is finished in classic walnut wood. This also applies to the steering wheel, which is a mix of wood and leather. It is in possession of the original Mercedes-Benz radio. In addition to this, the convertible has:
– Seat heating left & right
– Electric windows & mirrors
– Electrically adjustable seats
– Front and rear fog lamps
– Hardtop in body colour

Under the bonnet is a 2.8-litre V6, which produces around 204hp along with 270nm of torque. 0-100km/h is covered in 9.5 seconds and the top speed is 228km/h. The engine is mated to a 5-speed automatic transmission.

At the bottom of the car, there are 17-inch alloy 5-spoke wheels with Michelin tyres. These are in clean condition. At the back of the boot, there is a spare wheel, along with a jack and a tool-kit. In terms of documentation, there is the following:
– Original booklets
– Completed original service booklet
– Various invoices & manuals