Mercedes-Benz SL Class cars have always been recognized as prestigious high-priced sports-luxury class ever since the 300SL Gullwing coupe of the mid-1950s. SL’s have offered prestige, comfort, and balanced performance. They are also expensive, the list price on this 1997 was close to $100,000 when new. Less costly than the Italian exotics the SL’s have been the flagships of Mercedes-Benz. New technology is seen first in the SL and is later used in lesser lines.

With 319 HP, the 1997 40th Year Anniversary SL R129 was capable of mid-20’s mpg if driven at legal speeds on the Highway. In 1997, Mercedes offered the 40th anniversary roadster edition was available which our car is one of leading back to the roadster version of the iconic 300SL. 1,000 of these models were produced, making it the top tier or the SL500’s available for that year.

Our locally owned car has service extensive service records dating back to 2011 and 57,000 miles. It has a new convertible top installed in 2013 with little use or mileage since which appears almost new. The car drives beautifully and with the top down has to be the ultimate form of opulent cruising.

The selling price is $16,495, the miles showing are 81,703. The VIN number is WDBFA67F155035. Please come by and see at Automania LLC, 895 SE Gladiola Drive, Grants Pass, OR 97526. http://www.automaniagp.com 541 479 8888 Oregon Dealer DA1287.

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