ras62 Posted April 19, 2020 Share Posted April 19, 2020 Those performance numbers look very conservative John but the SL isn't about outright numbers, it's forte is adding speed with minimum effort and here the 500 wins hands down over the rather anemic six cylinder cars. I would guess most cars spend 95% of time being driven below 2000 rpm such is the torque available but its important to use the revs when the opportunity comes as like any multi valve engines they love revs. The odd Italian tune up is good! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johndglynn Posted April 19, 2020 Author Share Posted April 19, 2020 3 minutes ago, ras62 said: Those performance numbers look very conservative John but the SL isn't about outright numbers, it's forte is adding speed with minimum effort and here the 500 wins hands down over the rather anemic six cylinder cars. I would guess most cars spend 95% of time being driven below 2000 rpm such is the torque available but its important to use the revs when the opportunity comes as like any multi valve engines they love revs. The odd Italian tune up is good! Well yes, butt dyno says they may be more but that might just be good old fashioned fear talking and being 3.2 quick is quick enough. Within a week of buying mine, I had done 2 tanks of fuel on night drives and I hadn't done that for many years... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ras62 Posted April 19, 2020 Share Posted April 19, 2020 That looks lovely, colour combination is superb. It looks as classy now as the day it left the showroom. The design has aged so well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
runnersp Posted April 19, 2020 Share Posted April 19, 2020 They are truly fantastic cars. My dad picked up one a few years ago, had to go with the 300 because my mum doesn't drive automatics. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beaky Posted April 19, 2020 Share Posted April 19, 2020 (edited) At this rate this ill be the IB and R129 forum! trouble is where do you source a good one! PS if you find on Paul has first dipps! Edited April 19, 2020 by Beaky Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SP72 Posted April 19, 2020 Share Posted April 19, 2020 3 hours ago, runnersp said: They are truly fantastic cars. My dad picked up one a few years ago, had to go with the 300 because my mum doesn't drive automatics. 15 holes, perfect Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
World Citizen Posted April 19, 2020 Share Posted April 19, 2020 (edited) https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/MERCEDES-SL500-R129-PANORAMIC-ROOF-55-000-MILES/174253149499?hash=item28924c0d3b:g:NJEAAOSwTC1eR~9s https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Mercedes-500SL-SL500-2-previous-owners-UK-car/153896576306?hash=item23d4f36532:g:GxIAAOSwEIBecTA7 Edited April 19, 2020 by World Citizen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
longman Posted April 19, 2020 Share Posted April 19, 2020 (edited) 5 minutes ago, World Citizen said: https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/MERCEDES-SL500-R129-PANORAMIC-ROOF-55-000-MILES/174253149499?hash=item28924c0d3b:g:NJEAAOSwTC1eR~9s shhh , I'm on that one Edited April 19, 2020 by longman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
World Citizen Posted April 19, 2020 Share Posted April 19, 2020 Just now, longman said: shhh , I'm on that one I hope so, like a fat kid on a slice of cake 😁 Seem to be plenty about for sale at the moment, not that I've ever looked before though Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beaky Posted April 19, 2020 Share Posted April 19, 2020 10 minutes ago, longman said: shhh , I'm on that one That's nice good MOT history, Good Luck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
longman Posted April 21, 2020 Share Posted April 21, 2020 Put a deposit on this today , 98 500SL five speed auto , 55k miles , full service history and pano roof , got a good deal too ..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fat fuchs Posted April 21, 2020 Share Posted April 21, 2020 Very nice. Magic carpet ride quality.👍 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
World Citizen Posted April 21, 2020 Share Posted April 21, 2020 Lovely, good shopping! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Comerford Posted April 21, 2020 Share Posted April 21, 2020 On 4/19/2020 at 5:54 PM, World Citizen said: I hope so, like a fat kid on a slice of cake 😁 Seem to be plenty about for sale at the moment, not that I've ever looked before though The good thing is that there are plenty around which means the prices shouldn’t ever go stupid except for the limited editions Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
longman Posted April 21, 2020 Share Posted April 21, 2020 4 minutes ago, Ian Comerford said: The good thing is that there are plenty around which means the prices shouldn’t ever go stupid except for the limited editions The pics in the ad are pretty bad , he sent videos of the hood going up and down and pics of the underneath plus wherever I asked of , I got it for £12500 , which when looking at the prices asked for good ones is ace Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Comerford Posted April 21, 2020 Share Posted April 21, 2020 Agreed with that mileage, great buy. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
World Citizen Posted April 21, 2020 Share Posted April 21, 2020 7 minutes ago, longman said: I got it for £12500 , which when looking at the prices asked for good ones is ace A sign of the times, maybe? Think luxury toy prices are going to take a hammering so I guess the dealer thought a smaller profit is better than no profit 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flatsix777 Posted April 21, 2020 Share Posted April 21, 2020 Lovely motor & great buy. Nice to have so little cash in it - allows you to use it for all occasions. David 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SP72 Posted April 21, 2020 Share Posted April 21, 2020 16 minutes ago, Ian Comerford said: Agreed with that mileage, great buy. Agree, crazy value for money, especially when looking at R107 prices. 10 minutes ago, World Citizen said: A sign of the times, maybe? Think luxury toy prices are going to take a hammering Timing is everything 😬😀 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johndglynn Posted April 21, 2020 Author Share Posted April 21, 2020 57 minutes ago, World Citizen said: Think luxury toy prices are going to take a hammering so I guess the dealer thought a smaller profit is better than no profit I think his stock profile says it all - this is/was the best buy on the website and probably underpriced. Those with a better stock mix report that sales are happening and prices are not sinking too hard. I think decent traders who have been around a while are now having a deal and adding to their war chests in the hope that there will be some rarer cars coming through later in the year. Low supply of good SLs like this will keep prices steady, but there was always going to be a deal on the table from someone who is not a Merc specialist and has a bunch of expensive ornaments clogging up the balance sheet. This at a Merc specialist would likely have been up for a chunk more and probably sold overseas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jevvy Posted April 21, 2020 Share Posted April 21, 2020 2 hours ago, longman said: Put a deposit on this today , 98 500SL five speed auto , 55k miles , full service history and pano roof , got a good deal too ..... Excellent, I'm looking forward to the "Getaway in Goodwood Pt2" in the new car: 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
longman Posted April 21, 2020 Share Posted April 21, 2020 Ha Jev , wait for the cruise to the offy , none of those high jinks round here.. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
World Citizen Posted April 21, 2020 Share Posted April 21, 2020 8 minutes ago, longman said: Ha Jev , wait for the cruise to the offy , none of those high jinks round here.. Think a cravat is the correct attire for a trip to the offy 😅 https://www.thegentlemansjournal.com/the-cravat-is-back/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr Rock Posted April 21, 2020 Share Posted April 21, 2020 4 minutes ago, World Citizen said: Think a cravat is the correct attire for a trip to the offy 😅 And one can only buy wine by the case.. Car looks great Paulo, hope you enjoy it 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ras62 Posted April 22, 2020 Share Posted April 22, 2020 Well done, cars like that and low miles are in short supply these days. Looks identical to my 97 apart different colour leather interior. Mine has been super reliable. They cost very little to service and most parts are easy accessible and cheap. I would get a good indy to give it a once over underneath, check bushes and anti roll bar/steering for any play, same for the propshaft donuts if there is any vibration at speed. Engine pads can make a mess if they disintegrate. The pano roof feels like a ton weight! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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