This R129-generation Mercedes-Benz 500 SL is a charismatic and potent modern classic roadster, which benefits from a previous full respray. Under the bonnet sits a naturally aspirated 5.0-litre ‘M119’ V8, delivering around 236kW to the rear wheels via a four-speed automatic transmission. This example was originally a Hong Kong-delivered model, which was later imported to Australia, where it passed compliance in October 2004, and it was acquired by the seller in October 2025. The odometer indicates 103,862 km, which the seller believes to be the genuine total. Build year: 1991 This R129-era 500 SL is finished in the subtle shade of Bornite (Blackberry) Metallic with a black soft-top roof, over an Anthracite leather-trimmed interior, featuring wood veneer trim. It now rides on a set of 18-inch monoblock five-spoke alloy wheels, framing red front brake callipers, and fitted with Continental ContiSportContact 5 tyres. Equipment includes headlamp washers, electric windows, CD storage, automatic climate control, and electrically adjustable front seats with three-position memory. This example has been fitted with a Continental stereo with Bluetooth connectivity. The car comes with two keys, a replacement service booklet, a spare wheel, a warning triangle, a couple of maintenance invoices, and a Vicroads certificate. Please refer to the photo gallery to assess the exterior and interior condition. Specific notes from the seller include: the car was stripped, with rust repairs carried out as required, before a full respray in April 2024. Inside, there is slight wear on the driver’s seat bolster. The seller notes that the soft-top roof hydraulic cylinder is leaking. The last maintenance was in October 2025 at an indicated 103,593 km by V.Mellissari & Sons, which consisted of an engine oil and filter change, a new radio wiring harness, the drive belt and tensioner being replaced, the alternator being reconditioned, and the air conditioning being regassed. In May 2025, at an indicated 102,590 km, an engine oil service was carried out, which also included new fuel and air filters being installed, the spark plugs being replaced, and new camshaft tubes being fitted. Another engine oil and filter change was performed in July 2024, which also included all the fluids being topped as required, the drive belt and fuel pump being replaced, new headlights being fitted, a new windscreen being installed, the battery being replaced, and new tyres being fitted. This R129-generation Mercedes-Benz 500 SL is a refined yet powerful modern classic roadster, which benefits from a previous full respray. Presented in the rare and desirable Bornite Metallic finish, and boasting legendary 1990s ‘over-engineered’ build quality, it would make a charismatic companion for retro daily driving or weekend cruising.