THE CLASSIC SALE 22nd & 23rd MARCH 2025

89 + buyer’s premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT) • In production for 13 years, the R129 SL probably did more than any other to create the hewn-from- solid reputation Mercedes then enjoyed • The SL500 was the flagship of the range and was powered by the M119 5-litre, 32-valve V8 generating 322bhp • Finished in Obsidian Black (197) with matching hardtop over an Oatmeal leather interior with matching carpets • This example has covered 85,000 miles since being first registered in 1996 •Recent work in 2024 includes new springs, brakes, tyres and a service • This, R129-generation Mercedes-Benz SL500 is a stylish modern classic roadster in a timeless colour combination •Supplied with original handbooks, with stamped service book Top of the R129 range SL500 classically presented in Obsidian Black. Seller Rating: 79 / 135 «««¶¶ Registration: P378 DUD Chassis No.: WDB1290672F142196 Estimate: £8,000 - £10,000 Specialist: Stacey Williams Telephone No: 07472 250306 Lot 244 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL 500 (R129) •According to the chassis number, this little Spider first saw Italian sunshine in 1962 prior to being registered in 1963; imported to the UK and registered here in July 1994 • The V5C records three UK-registered keepers, with the third of those acquiring the Spider in 2004 and enjoying it before laying it up in dry storage in 2012 where it remained until recently • Prior to 2012, it was used regularly on European trips and road-regularity trials as well as participation in The Monte Challenge (photo in history file) •Upgrades include recent new front springs and Koni dampers. Its previous use in light competition is supported by various regularity equipment • The substantial history file includes invoices for a gearbox rebuild in 2000 and subsequent engine rebuild in 2001, invoices for servicing and maintenance and much more •Our vendor notes that ‘the engine is in good running order with excellent oil pressure and starts easily whilst the gearbox works in all gears’ however, some recommissioning may be required after its long lay up A beautiful Alfa Romeo Giulia Spider awakened from long term storage and now ready to be enjoyed as a presentable classic. Seller Rating: 79 / 135 «««¶¶ Registration: BGS 934A Chassis No.: 101231GM2673DM Estimate: £22,000 - £26,000 Specialist: Alex Lucocq Telephone No: 07739 344627 Lot 245 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia Spider 1600 (Tipo 101.23) More Details Lot 244 Bid On Lot 244 More Details Lot 245 Bid On Lot 245