The R129 SL is one of the most respected Mercedes roadsters, and this one carries the AMG Styling Package and both tops. It has 18-inch AMG wheels, xenon headlights, a deployable roll bar, heated memory seats, a Bose system, and a wind deflector. Bidding stands at $5,129 with four days remaining at no reserve. What it’s worth right now The best guide is this car’s own result. It sold on Bring a Trailer for $19,250 in October 2026 before the buyer defaulted, while Kelley Blue Book lists a 40,166-mile 2001 SL500 at $22,988 and another 2001 SL500 is offered at $11,800. Its condition places this one near its October result. The 51,000 miles, both tops, the AMG Styling Package, and service records help, while the two Carfax damage entries, the bumper refinish, and the noted imperfections temper the number. Fair value lands between $14,000 and $21,000, with $17,500 most likely. No reserve means it sells. Condition and details The body has some history. The car wears Glacier White with a matching hardtop, a black soft top, xenon headlights, and the AMG Styling Package bumpers and side skirts. Carfax notes minor damage in May 2019 and May 2020, and after the 2020 incident the front bumper cover was replaced and refinished. Paint meter readings are in the gallery, and imperfections are shown in a video. The mechanicals are sorted. The M113 V8 drives the rear wheels through a five-speed automatic, and the soft top hydraulic cylinders are said to have been replaced in April 2022. The car rides on 18-inch AMG five-spoke wheels with Bridgestone tires, ESP, and four-wheel disc brakes with ABS. The cabin is classic SL. Heated power seats in Ash Nappa leather sit alongside burl wood trim, memory settings, a deployable roll bar, a Bose system with a six-disc changer, and automatic climate control. Bring a Trailer states the earlier sale fell through at no fault of the car. Service records and the owner’s manual accompany the sale, and the Pennsylvania title is clean. A pre-purchase inspection should check the top hydraulics. The offer Specification Detail Make Mercedes-Benz Model SL500 (R129) Year 2001 Mileage 51,000 miles Engine 5.0-liter M113 V8 Power 302 horsepower and 339 lb-ft of torque Transmission Five-speed automatic Drive type Rear wheel drive Exterior color Glacier White with matching hardtop and black soft top Interior color Ash Nappa leather Current bid $5,129 with four days remaining, offered at no reserve What makes the R129 Mercedes-Benz SL unique The R129 SL arrived in 1989 with an automatic pop-up roll bar, a power soft top, and a removable hardtop, setting a new standard for luxury roadsters. Its long production run ended in 2002, and late cars like this one carry the refined M113 V8. R129 values have risen as collectors discover the generation. Low-mileage, well-kept examples with both tops and records bring the strongest prices, while damage history and top hydraulic issues affect value. Original condition matters. My take At $5,129 with four bids and four days to run at no reserve, my call is $17,500, with $21,000 possible if bidders return at the October level. What makes it compelling is its usability, since a 51,000-mile R129 with both tops and the AMG Styling Package is a classic roadster ready to enjoy. What tempers it is the damage history and bumper refinish. Inspect the top hydraulics, then bid. Disclaimer: This post is for informational purposes only. We are not a dealership or broker. All vehicle specifications, pricing, and availability are subject to change without notice. We are not responsible for typographical errors, omissions, or the accuracy of the provided information. Please verify all details directly with the seller.
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