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- 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL320 Designo AMG
1998 Mercedes-Benz SL320 Designo AMG
Lot Number: 824
1998 Mercedes-Benz SL320 Designo AMG
Superb, low mileage SL320 AMG in Designo Light Green (024), unique in the UK.
- Sold for: £19,125
LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 30th September, 2023 at 11.00am BST at Warwickshire Event Centre, CV31 1XN
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BODY COLOUR
Designo Light Green -
DRIVE
RHD -
REG NUMBER
S832 SVK -
ODOMETER READING
50080 Miles
SUMMARY
Superb, low mileage SL320 AMG in Designo Light Green (024), unique in the UK.
DESCRIPTION
- Originally ordered from Alan Day Mercedes in London by Guy Bailey, guitarist and co-founder of the Quireboys . The car's first registered plate was MX 7
- Powered by Mercedes-Benz's smooth M112 E32, 3,199cc, six-cylinder generating 231bhp
- Finished in the rare and striking colour of Designo Light Green (024), one of five produced worldwide in this colour with only one RHD UK car in this spec
- Genuine AMG Bodystyling from the factory including staggered 18" AMG split-rim alloys (recently refurbished). Panoramic hard-top
- Within the same family from 2004. Just over 50,000 miles. Paintwork is original and the car has always been garaged
- Recent expenditure of £2,100 on a full service, spark plugs, coil packs, mass airflow meter and sundries
- All electrics are working. Soft top opens and closes without fault and the AC blows cold
- Supplied with its manuals, service book, folder of invoices and MOTs and both keys
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 824
- Make
- MERCEDES-BENZ
- Model
- SL320 DESIGNO
- Registration Number
- S832 SVK
- MOT Expiry
- 26/07/2024
- Chassis Number
- WDB1290642F176114
- Engine Number
- 11294330305138
- Transmission
- Auto
- Body Colour
- Designo Light Green
GALLERY
SPECIALIST
Richard Greenhalgh
- Car Specialist
- 07948 152921
- richard@iconicauctioneers.com
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SEE IT IN ACTION
SEE IT IN ACTION
SCORE:
108 / 135
Exterior
Bodywork:
Glass:
Paint:
Chrome:
Trim:
Remarks
Pristine condition in original body colour of Designo Light Green (024). AMG alloys have recently been refurbished and are unmarked.
Interior
Door-Cards:
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Headlining:
Dashboard:
Boot:
Remarks
Excellent, no signs of significant wear.
Engine
Components:
Appearance:
Starting:
Running:
Remarks
Having only covered 50000 miles, it has only been run in. Silkly smooth M112 V6.
Transmission
Gears:
Clutch:
Drive-Shaft:
Remarks
No issues.
Running Gear
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Electrics
Minor:
Major:
Remarks
All electrics are working. Soft top opens and closes without fault. AC also blows cold.
Vehicle History
Remarks
Service book and manuals are present along with folder of receipts/invoices. Originally ordered from Alan Day Mercedes London by Guy Bailey, guitarist and Co founder of Quireboys in the striking colour of Designo Light Green (024). Believed to be the only UK delivered car with this specification. Desirable options selected include the AMG Body Styling package, Panoramic Hardtop and 18" AMG Alloys.
About the Seller Rating
A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.
Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car
Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts
Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history
Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history
Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history
Vehicles can be collected from the Warwickshire Event Centre, CV31 1XN on Sunday 1st October between 10am and 3pm and Monday 2nd October between 9am and 1pm.
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