The Mercedes-Benz SL-Class needs no introduction—but how often do we encounter a truly original 500 SL with ultra-low mileage? Every now and then one surfaces, but an example with only 36,000 kilometers, cherished by a true enthusiast and both delivered and serviced by Mercedes-Benz The Hague? That has become exceedingly rare.
This 1991 500 SL, finished in elegant Pearl Grey over an anthracite leather interior, comes from the private collection of a Mercedes aficionado—and you notice it immediately. The condition is exemplary: a remarkably clean body, an interior with barely any signs of use, and an overall presence that suggests a car no more than five years old.
Launched in 1989, the R129 generation immediately earned a reputation as a roadster “without compromises.” Its slogan at the time said it all: “The end of all compromises.” A fully electro-hydraulic soft top, the removable hardtop (included with this car), innovative chassis engineering inspired by the W124 platform, a modern multi-link rear suspension, and advanced safety features such as the automatic pop-up roll bar—this SL represented the absolute cutting edge.
Under the hood lies the iconic 5.0-liter V8, delivering smooth, confident power perfectly matched to the refined and relaxed character of this grand roadster. With only 36,000 kilometers, the engine remains in a condition that is almost impossible to find today—silky, balanced, and shifting seamlessly through its automatic transmission. Everything about this drivetrain conveys the feeling of a car that has never been strained.
What truly sets this example apart is the complete package: fully traceable history, dealer servicing, and a condition that borders on the exceptional. This is not an SL that spent decades baking on a boulevard. This is a carefully preserved, cherished automobile.
And perhaps that is the greatest charm of this 500 SL: it represents an era when Mercedes-Benz built cars as if they were meant to last forever. The materials, the engineering, the panel fit—this is a level of craftsmanship rarely seen in modern cars. Step inside, close the solid door, feel the deep mechanical click of the latch, and you immediately understand why the R129 has become one of the most respected youngtimers of the era. It inspires confidence, exudes calm, and possesses all the qualities needed for a long, promising future.
If you are searching for a 500 SL of the kind you normally only see in period brochures, then look no further. Please contact Gallery Aaldering, active since 1975. We ship our vehicles worldwide—feel free to inquire about the possibilities.
* Delivered and maintained by Mercedes Benz The Hague-Netherlands
* In truly excellent condition with minimal signs of use
* Livery in Pearl Grey over anthracite gray leather
* From the collection of an MB enthusiast
* Equipped with the factory hardtop
* Slogan MB SL500 in 1991: The end of all compromises
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- Body TypesCabriolet
- TransmissionAutomatic
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