A well-presented and low-mileage example of the marque’s sophisticated grand tourer. It is powered by a naturally aspirated 5.0-litre V8, delivering 302hp and 339lb-ft of torque to the rear wheels through a five-speed automatic transmission. This generously specified SL500 features heated and cooled seats, Keyless-Go, and switchable ABC suspension. This example was specified in Teal Blue Metallic, and the interior is trimmed in grey leather with contrasting black ash wood dashboard inlays. It sports a set of 17-inch seven-spoke alloy wheels, fitted with Michelin tyres. Factory-fitted equipment includes electrically adjustable memory seats with heating and ventilation, a COMAND infotainment system with satellite navigation and a CD autochanger, cruise control with speed limiter, electrically folding wing mirrors, an automatically dimming rear-view mirror, switchable ABC suspension, Keyless-Go, dual-zone climate control, and front and rear parking assistance. The car is accompanied by the owner’s book pack and two keys. Specification highlights: 220: Parktronic 352: COMAND infotainment system 401: Ventilated front seats 487: ABC suspension 500: Electrically folding wing mirrors 618: Bi-Xenon headlights 673: High-capacity battery 736: Black ash wood dashboard inlays 819: CD autochanger 889: Keyless-Go There is no known bodywork damage. The paintwork is in excellent overall condition, save for a few touched-in stone chips, a little scratching on the underside of the front bumper, and a small mark on the driver’s side wing mirror glass. No major imperfections are visible on the alloy wheels, and 5mm of tread remains across all four tyres. Moving inside, the leather upholstery is in good order. The seller notes very minor wear on the armrests, stretched leather around the vents on the backs of the front seats, and a small crack on the driver’s side internal sill cover. There is a valid roadworthiness inspection certificate in place, which expires on 28 July 2022. Mercedes-Benz specialist North Coast Star carried out an oil service in November 2021 at 69,871 kilometres. Eurotec Auto Services performed the two previous services, which took place in October 2019 at 60,052 kilometres and included replacing the brake fluid, and in September 2017 at 57,128 kilometres, which included replacing the brake fluid, air filter, coolant, and charcoal filter. A new water pump has been fitted within the current keeper’s two-year ownership. Dates and mileage: Nov 2021 – 69,871 kilometres – North Coast Star Oct 2019 – 60,052 kilometres – Eurotec Auto Services Sep 2017 – 57,128 kilometres – Eurotec Auto Services Aug 2015 – 53,711 kilometres – Mercedes-Benz Gold Coast Jul 2013 – 48,824 kilometres – Mercedes-Benz Sydney Jun 2011 – 41,228 kilometres – Mercedes-Benz Grand Motors Prestige May 2009 – 29,584 kilometres – Mercedes-Benz Grand Motors Prestige Mar 2007 – 21,496 kilometres – Mercedes-Benz Grand Motors Prestige The R230-generation SL500 combines a muscular V8 engine, smooth-shifting automatic transmission, and Mercedes-Benz’s class-leading build quality to create a handsome and talented grand tourer that is still impressive to this day. This generously specified example is offered for sale in very good overall condition and has covered a modest 71,700 kilometres from new, which is supported by a solid service history. It is ready to be relished on the road immediately and promises to deliver effortless motoring for the next owner. The description of this auction lot is, to the best of the seller's knowledge, accurate and not misleading. Collecting Cars requests a range of detail about the lot from the seller, and performs a level of due diligence. However, bidders must satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of the description, and conduct any research they feel is necessary before committing to a bid. Please see our Terms and Conditions for full details. This vehicle’s VIN has been checked against the Australian Personal Property Securities Register, and there is no security interest or other registration kind logged against the serial number. This vehicle has been checked through the Austroads NEVDIS system, and there are no markers under the written-off or stolen databases.