30th Aug, 2021 12:00
The Gold Cup Classic Car Auction
1997 Mercedes-Benz SL 320
Registration - R579 YWC
Chassis No. - WDB1209632F152530
M.O.T. - August 2022
Odometer - 87,000
This fine looking example of the fourth generation SL, the R129, is finished in black and trimmed in a suitably contrasting shade of light tan hide. It was acquired by the current keeper, its fifth, in February 2018, since when it has resided in a garage and only used on fine days. He informs us that the Benz is: ‘in excellent condition mechanically and everything works as it should; that the bodywork is very good with no signs of corrosion; the stately black paintwork is in excellent condition with hardly any imperfections, and the interior is good and showing very little sign of wear’. He adds that the black hood is also ‘in very good condition and operates smoothly’. The car is powered by Mercedes’ M104 DOHC straight-six engine of 3.2-litres driving through a five-speed automatic gearbox and has accrued a relatively modest 87,000 miles to date. ‘R579 YWC’ is now offered for sale complete with ‘amazing’ Bose sound system, factory supplied hard top and stand, new electric aerial and rear parking sensors, and a current MOT valid into August of next year. A clearly much loved motorcar with many years of life remaining.
Based on a shortened floorpan of the W124 saloon, the R129 SL first saw the light of day at the 1989 Geneva Salon, and was runner-up to the Citroen XM in the following year’s European Car of the Year Award. It replaced the long running R107 model and has the distinction of being the first passenger vehicle to have its seat belts integrated into the seats themselves. The model was replaced by the R230 in 2001 after 213,089 examples had been built.
In summary
- In apparently very good order throughout
- Comes complete with both hard and soft tops
- Accompanied by a full 12 months’ MOT
'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following; Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 15% + VAT (minimum £100 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'
Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.
Estimated at £9,000 - £10,000Registration - R579 YWC
Chassis No. - WDB1209632F152530
M.O.T. - August 2022
Odometer - 87,000
This fine looking example of the fourth generation SL, the R129, is finished in black and trimmed in a suitably contrasting shade of light tan hide. It was acquired by the current keeper, its fifth, in February 2018, since when it has resided in a garage and only used on fine days. He informs us that the Benz is: ‘in excellent condition mechanically and everything works as it should; that the bodywork is very good with no signs of corrosion; the stately black paintwork is in excellent condition with hardly any imperfections, and the interior is good and showing very little sign of wear’. He adds that the black hood is also ‘in very good condition and operates smoothly’. The car is powered by Mercedes’ M104 DOHC straight-six engine of 3.2-litres driving through a five-speed automatic gearbox and has accrued a relatively modest 87,000 miles to date. ‘R579 YWC’ is now offered for sale complete with ‘amazing’ Bose sound system, factory supplied hard top and stand, new electric aerial and rear parking sensors, and a current MOT valid into August of next year. A clearly much loved motorcar with many years of life remaining.
Based on a shortened floorpan of the W124 saloon, the R129 SL first saw the light of day at the 1989 Geneva Salon, and was runner-up to the Citroen XM in the following year’s European Car of the Year Award. It replaced the long running R107 model and has the distinction of being the first passenger vehicle to have its seat belts integrated into the seats themselves. The model was replaced by the R230 in 2001 after 213,089 examples had been built.
In summary
- In apparently very good order throughout
- Comes complete with both hard and soft tops
- Accompanied by a full 12 months’ MOT
'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following; Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 15% + VAT (minimum £100 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'
Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.
Auction: The Gold Cup Classic Car Auction, 30th Aug, 2021
This auction of classic cars, motorbikes, registrations & automobilia will take in the final day of the prestigious Oulton Park Gold Cup Weekend.
We are delighted to again be be running this live event at the Gold Cup.
As with all Hampson Auctions there will be a fantastic and varied mix of lots to reflect both the individual interests of collectors whatever stage of the collectors journey they are on.
If you wish to consign your vehicle to this auction, you can request a valuation here or by calling on of the team on 01606 828124
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Viewing Days:
Saturday, August 28th 2021 9am - 7pm
Sunday, August 29th 2021 9am - 7pm
Monday Morning, August 30th 2021 9am - 12pm
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