About this Mercedes-Benz SL Series

1990 Mercedes-Benz 500SL (R129) – Only 27,589 Miles from New!

Launched at the 1989 Geneva Motor Show, the fourth-generation Mercedes-Benz SL (R129) defined the modern luxury roadster. Renowned for its innovative engineering and advanced safety features, the R129 combined elegance, power, and comfort in equal measure.

Beneath its timeless exterior, the 500SL features a 5.0-litre 32-valve V8 (M119 engine) producing approximately 326bhp. This delivers truly impressive performance, with 0–60mph achieved in just 5.9 seconds and an electronically limited top speed of 155mph. Advanced technologies such as adaptive damping, multi-link rear suspension, ABS, ASR traction control, and dual airbags ensured that the 500SL set new benchmarks for refinement, safety, and driving pleasure.

Vehicle Overview

Originally supplied by Callanders Mercedes-Benz of Glasgow and first registered on 1st December 1990, this exceptional 500SL has remained in single-family ownership from new, covering just 27,589 genuine miles.

Finished in elegant two-tone Willow Green Metallic with Kiwi Green “Sacco” lower panels, it retains both its matching Willow Green hardtop and its original Brown mohair soft-top, still in ‘as new’ condition. The beautifully preserved interior features sumptuous Beige Leather upholstery, Burr Walnut trim, and Beige carpets, complemented by desirable options including:

Rear seats
Air conditioning
Electrically adjustable and heated seats with memory
Becker Mexico Stereo Radio/CD Player
ASR traction control

Mechanical Specification

Engine & Performance

5.0L (4,973 cc) M119 V8, 32-valve DOHC
Power: 322–326 bhp @ 5,500–5,600 rpm
Torque: 331 lb-ft (450 Nm)
0–60 mph: 5.9 seconds
Top speed: 155 mph (electronically limited)
Transmission: 4-speed automatic
Drivetrain: Rear-wheel drive

Suspension & Braking

Fully independent suspension with adaptive damping
Front: Double wishbone with coil springs & anti-roll bar
Rear: Multi-link system
Brakes: 4-wheel ventilated discs with ABS
Self-levelling system

History & Recent Works

After being carefully stored at the family’s Mayfair residence from the mid-2000s, this 500SL was brought out of storage in 2020. It passed its MOT on 25th November 2020 with minimal advisories, showing 27,538 miles. A handful of additional miles were added before being restored.

Between March and September 2025, the car underwent an extensive recommissioning by Classic Motor Cars (Bridgnorth, Shropshire), with invoices totalling £6,454.41.

Works included:

Full service
New brake discs & pads
4 new Uniroyal tyres
Replacement suspension spheres
Paint correction and other minor works

Copies of the invoices for these works are shown in our Documents section below.

The car is clear on all HPI registers, including the National Mileage Register, with documentation and the original Mercedes Fahrzeugdaten (Data Card) included.

We are delighted to present this beautifully preserved, low-mileage Mercedes-Benz 500SL — a true credit to its long-term family owners. Upon purchase, the car will receive:

A new MOT and 6-month warranty (extendable and upgradeable options available)

An Exceptional, Low-Mileage Example of Mercedes-Benz Engineering Excellence.

Please note:
Classic Chrome Ltd makes every effort to ensure the information provided is accurate and supplied in good faith. Buyers are encouraged to inspect the vehicle and satisfy themselves as to its condition prior to purchase. This does not affect your statutory rights.