West Coast Classics are proud to present this year 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL500, a highly desirable late-model R129, notable for its low mileage (38,857 miles) 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, which are currently dressed in a set of Michelin Pilot Super Sport tires dated from 2018-2019.
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-Benz
Key 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 40k 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.
