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1993 Mercedes-Benz 300SL AUTO

Auction Ends: Wed 14th May '25 @ 2:18 pm

  • Registration Number

    K780FYN

  • Engine Size

    2960cc

  • Engine Number

    10398422008565

  • Chassis Number

    WDB1290602F076817

  • Gearbox

    Automatic

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    No VAT

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    12%, Minimum £150

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    V5C, MOT Feb 2026, 17 old MOT's, 10 Service Stamps, Hand Book, Invoices.

Description

1993 Mercedes-Benz 300SL Convertible (R129) complete with hardtop in Pearl Blue Metallic with Mushroom Leather interior.

This 1993 Mercedes-Benz 300SL Convertible is an exercise in balance. The R129 series set the standard for Mercedes roadsters with its clean lines, subtle curves, and impeccable proportions. The front end features a long hood, giving the car a powerful presence, while the short rear deck creates a dynamic, athletic profile. The sloping windshield and chrome grille add to the car’s understated luxury, while the overall appearance is both refined and aggressive.

In 1993, the 300SL Convertible came with a power-operated soft top that folded neatly into the rear compartment. This top can be easily raised or lowered with the push of a button, and the fit is so precise that there’s little wind noise even when it’s down. The convertible top’s functionality made the car feel open and airy, while the interior remained well insulated from outside noise when the roof was up, offering a quiet and serene cabin experience this car also benefits from the hardtop which can ensure this car can be used all year round in all weathers.

Under the hood of this 300SL Convertible lies a 3.0 litre inline six cylinder engine, which produces around 227 horsepower and 229 lb-ft of torque. This engine may not be the most powerful in its class, but it is certainly smooth, refined, and more than capable of delivering the performance expected of a Mercedes-Benz. The current owner has just changed the head gasket with many pictures to prove how well the job was completed and on top of that a new battery was fitted only a few weeks ago.

The car was driven here over 50 miles by the current keeper, who reluctantly has decided to sell the car due to storage issues, the SRS light is currently on, but this does not seem to affect the drive of the car. The Mercedes comes with lots of history and the service book showing that it has been regularly maintained with a written list of jobs the current owner has carried out since his ownership.

Contact: james.booth@brightwells.com

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