1999 Mercedes-Benz SL 500

5.0L Naturally Aspirated V8 | 5-Speed Automatic | SL1 Sport Package

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LOT #

260456148

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Model:
VIN:
WDBFA68F6XF187334
Lot Number:
260456148
Condition:
Used
Odometer:
68,022 miles
(Exempt / TMU)
Engine:
5.0L Naturally Aspirated V8
Drive Type:
Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD)
Transmission:
Automatic
Exterior Color:
Magma Red
Interior Color:
Java
Vinyl Wrap:
Vehicle Location:
Washington
  • 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL 500
  • 5.0L Naturally Aspirated V8
  • Bosch ME Electronic Fuel Injection
  • 5-Speed Automatic
  • RWD
  • Magma Red Exterior
  • Java Interior
  • SL1 Sport Package
  • Removable Body-Color Hardtop
  • Power-Operated Black Soft Top
  • Burl Walnut Wood Trim
  • Power Adjustable Heated Seats
  • Memory Seating Package
  • Automatic Climate Control
  • Aftermarket Audio Head Unit

Overview of 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL 500 For Sale by Owner

The R129-generation Mercedes-Benz SL remains one of the most respected luxury grand touring roadsters of the modern era, combining timeless styling, vault-like build quality, and refined V8 performance into a package that still feels special decades later. This 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL 500 represents one of the final production years of the legendary R129 platform and shows approximately 68,022 miles. Finished in elegant Magma Red over a rich Java leather interior, this SL 500 carries a sophisticated specification that perfectly suits the car’s understated luxury character. Equipped with the desirable SL1 Sport Package, a removable body-color hardtop, heated power seats, and both hardtop and soft-top configurations, this Mercedes offers a driving experience equally suited for open-air cruising or long-distance touring comfort. With Bruno Sacco-inspired styling and classic Mercedes engineering throughout, the R129 SL 500 continues to stand as one of the finest luxury roadsters of its generation.

Exterior and Interior

The exterior of this 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL 500 is finished in Magma Red, a rich metallic color that accentuates the R129’s clean and purposeful body lines. Designed with a balance of sportiness and elegance, the SL 500 features wide shoulders, integrated bumpers, signature side vents, and a low, planted stance that still looks modern today. This example is equipped with the SL1 Sport Package and rides on SL monoblock-style wheels that complement the car’s timeless appearance. A removable body-color hardtop provides coupe-like refinement during colder months, while the power-operated black soft top transforms the SL into a true open-air roadster at the touch of a button. Factory xenon headlamps, headlamp washers, and polished exterior trim further reinforce the premium Mercedes-Benz craftsmanship that defined the era. The interior of this 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL 500 is trimmed in Java leather and showcases the solid construction and ergonomic simplicity that made late-1990s Mercedes cabins so highly regarded. Burl walnut wood trim adds warmth throughout the cockpit, complementing the soft leather seating surfaces and upscale atmosphere. Both seats are power adjustable, heated, and equipped with memory functionality for personalized comfort, while automatic climate control ensures an enjoyable cabin environment regardless of weather conditions. The driver benefits from a clean analog gauge cluster, a power-adjustable steering column, and Mercedes’ signature driver-oriented dashboard layout. An aftermarket audio head unit has been installed for updated media functionality while preserving the refined grand touring character of the cabin.

Engine

Powering this 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL 500 is a naturally aspirated 5.0L V8 paired with a smooth-shifting 5-speed automatic transmission driving the rear wheels. Known for its durability, refinement, and effortless torque delivery, this Mercedes V8 delivers the kind of relaxed yet confident performance that perfectly suits the SL’s grand touring personality. The R129 chassis was engineered to provide exceptional structural rigidity, while advanced features for its era such as ASR traction control, adaptive suspension tuning, and an automatically deploying roll bar helped establish the SL as one of the most technologically advanced convertibles of the 1990s. Whether cruising with the top down or covering highway miles in hardtop configuration, this SL 500 continues to deliver the comfort, quality, and composure that have made the R129 generation a modern Mercedes-Benz icon.

Walk-around Video of this Mercedes-Benz SL 500

2017 Mercedes-Benz S 550 Cabriolet

For Sale
ASK: $56,299
Miles: 55,387
Estimated: $569.36/mo

Mercedes-Benz revived its tradition of flagship four-seat convertibles with the introduction of the S-Class Cabriolet, bringing open-air motoring back to the top of its luxury lineup after more than four decades. Combining the sophistication of the S-Class sedan with elegant convertible styling, advanced comfort technology, and effortless V8 performance, the S 550 Cabriolet offered a distinctive alternative to conventional luxury grand tourers. This 2017 Mercedes-Benz S 550 Cabriolet, showing 55,387 miles, is finished in designo Diamond White Metallic over a two-tone designo Porcelain/Brown Exclusive Nappa leather interior, complemented by a Black convertible soft top. Its extensive factory specification includes the Sport Package, Premium Package, Driver Assistance Package, Warmth & Comfort Package, and optional 20-inch AMG multi-spoke wheels. This example has also received several distinctive exterior enhancements, including a black-painted wheel finish, yellow brake calipers, smoked taillights, and blacked-out badging and exterior trim. Inside, designo Black Piano Lacquer wood trim, a Porcelain DINAMICA headliner, and extensive leather appointments highlight the craftsmanship behind Mercedes-Benz's flagship convertible. With 449 horsepower from its twin-turbocharged V8, an abundance of luxury features, and a personalized exterior appearance, this S 550 Cabriolet offers an appealing combination of performance, exclusivity, and open-air sophistication.

2012 Bentley Mulsanne

For Sale
ASK: $91,298
Miles: 30,838
Estimated: $931.67/mo

Bentley's Mulsanne arrived in 2010 as the British marque's new flagship luxury sedan, reviving a historic nameplate and bringing an extraordinary level of craftsmanship to the modern automotive world. Unlike the Continental lineup, which shared certain engineering foundations with other Volkswagen Group models, the Mulsanne was developed as a dedicated Bentley flagship, featuring a hand-assembled 6.75-liter twin-turbocharged V8 and an interior showcasing some of the finest traditional coachbuilding techniques. This 2012 Bentley Mulsanne, showing just 30,838 miles, is finished in sophisticated Beluga over a rich Saddle leather interior, creating a particularly elegant color combination. Its extensive factory specification includes the Premiere Specification Package, 21-inch polished alloy wheels, the iconic Flying B radiator mascot, veneered picnic tables, front and rear ventilated seats with massage functions, and a wood-and-hide four-spoke steering wheel. Additional bespoke appointments include contemporary-style wood veneer inlays, embroidered Bentley seat emblems, deep-pile Wilton carpet mats, and two Bentley umbrellas. With its commanding road presence, exceptional interior craftsmanship, and a twin-turbocharged V8 producing an immense 752 lb-ft of torque, this Mulsanne offers a distinguished opportunity to experience Bentley's traditional flagship luxury at its finest.

2016 Bentley Continental GT V8 S

For Sale
ASK: $79,299
Miles: 54,959
Estimated: $807.46/mo

Bentley's Continental GT V8 S brought a more aggressive edge to the British marque's celebrated grand touring coupe, pairing handcrafted luxury with the exhilarating performance of a twin-turbocharged V8. Introduced as a sportier alternative to the standard Continental GT V8, the V8 S received increased horsepower, a revised suspension setup, and distinctive styling enhancements that gave it a more dynamic personality. This 2016 Bentley Continental GT V8 S, showing 54,959 miles, is particularly striking with its Pearlescent White vinyl wrap covering the original St. James Red factory paintwork. Inside, a sophisticated two-tone Linen and Hotspur leather interior showcases Bentley's exceptional attention to detail, complemented by the optional Interior Style Specification with contrast stitching. Its extensive factory equipment includes the Mulliner Driving Specification, 21-inch seven-spoke Limited Edition wheels, a Sports Exhaust, ventilated front seats with massage functionality, and a heated three-spoke steering wheel. Powered by a 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V8 producing 521 horsepower, this Continental GT V8 S offers the performance of a serious sports car alongside the refinement and comfort of a traditional British grand tourer. With its distinctive color combination and desirable Mulliner appointments, this example delivers an impressive combination of performance, exclusivity, and everyday luxury.

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