Mercedes R231 SL 500 4.7 V8 *1 Former Keeper + Full Mercedes Main Dealer History*
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We are very pleased to offer this desirable Mercedes SL 500 that had an original list price of £92,000 when new with some very rare options including Bang and Olufsen BEO AMG Sound at a cost of £5,000. Just 1 Former Keeper from new, Full Mercedes Main Dealer History comprising 12 Services and exceptional condition throughout.
Additional benefits with purchasing this car from ourselves include:
-Nationwide Delivery and Part Exchange Collection Service
-Part Exchange Welcome (speak to an enthusiast, not a salesman restricted by a trade guide price)
-Guaranteed HPI Clear (no recorded accident damage or outstanding finance)
-Guaranteed Warranted Mileage
-Trusted by the countries leading finance companies, FCA Approved
-Nationwide 3 month Parts / Labour Warranty - can be extended*
-Member of South Yorkshire Trading Standards Partnership
-Williams F1 Synthetic Paint Protection Available*
Supplied new on the 1st of September 2012 (62) by Mercedes Chelsea this is one of the very first R231 models in the UK. The V5 shows just 1 Former Keeper from new (2 owners in total), with the last Gentleman Owner from London since 2018.
This SL 500 has a very desirable specification with circa £10,000 in cost options and an original list of £92,000
*OPTIONS*
-Magnetite Black Metallic Paint
-Crystal Grey Leather
-Dark Burr Walnut Wood Trim
-Panoramic Glass Roof
-19 inch alloy wheels
-Bang and Olufsen BeoSound AMG
-Active Park Assist with Parktronic
-Reverse Camera
-Electric Wind Deflector
-DAB
-Cup Holder
-Keyless Go
-Power Boot Closing
Additional Features:
-4.7 twin turbo V8 engine ( 435 bhp / 517 lb/ft torque / 30.7 mpg combined / ULEZ / £445 per year road tax)
-7 Speed Automatic
-COMAND - Navigation
-Bluetooth
-Electric Heated Seats
-Memory Pack
-Cruise Control
-Auto Dim Mirrors
-Folding Mirrors
-Speed Limit Assist
-Intelligent Light System
-Adaptive High Beam Assist
-Luxury Climate Control
-Mercedes Over Carpets
-2 Keys
-Owners Pack / Manuals
The Mercedes Digital Service Book shows the following services:
4,785 miles 19.09.13 by Mercedes Chelsea
10,202 miles 30.09.14 by Mercedes Chelsea
15,028 miles 29.10.15 by Mercedes Chelsea
17,620 miles 07.12.16 by Mercedes Chelsea
19,622 miles 31.01.18 by Mercedes Chelsea (inc.automatic gearbox service)
22,622 miles 31.01.19 by Mercedes Temple Fortune
25,130 miles 04.02.20 by Mercedes Temple Fortune
34,052 miles 11.03.22 by Mercedes Temple Fortune
38,128 miles 06.04.23 by Mercedes Temple Fortune
40,000 miles 01.11.23 by Mercedes Temple Fortune
50,009 miles 31.03.25 by Mercedes Temple Fortune ('b' service inc.spark plugs)
54,882 miles 09.03.26 by Mercedes Temple Fortune
Majority of MOT's carried out by Mercedes Main Dealer including the most recent carried out at:
53,629 miles 10.11.2025 by Mercedes Temple Fortune
Supplied with fresh September 2027 MOT.
Mechanical Condition:
The R231 Generation SL is renowned for its build quality and reliability with major improvements over the previous generation. The 4.7 litre V8 BiTurbo engine is effortless and extremely powerful, particularly in this generation SL with much lighter, all Aluminium construction. The engine and gear change are seamless with no warning lights on the dashboard. Due to the Aluminium construction there is no scuttle shake and ride quality is exceptional for a roadster, the perfect GT car. This SL has an excellent provenance and Full Mercedes Main Dealer History, it is in superb mechanical condition. Premium Michelin / Bridgestone tyres all round in good condition with good tread. Any inspection or test drive welcome.
Exterior Condition:
Presented in rare and desirable Magnetite Black Metallic (an 'intelligent' and 'complex' paint finish that changes in different lighting conditions) with rare cost option 19 inch wheels. This is a great looking SL ideally suited to an ageless number plate. Parktronic with reverse cam, there are no scuffs to bumpers, car park dents or other notable marks. No large or excess chips, no scuffing damage to the wheel edges. A beautiful car. Individual body panel and wheel pictures available on our site.
Interior Condition:
A high quality, very comfortable interior with Crystal Grey Leather and Panoramic Roof making for a light, uplifting interior environment. The Bang and Olufsen system is incredible with 900 watts power specifically designed for exceptional quality surround sound with the roof down at 80mph, an exceptionally rare, £5,000 cost option! Never smoked in or used to carry pets and no lingering smells. Power boot and in good order, likewise door shuts and engine bay etc.
Part exchange welcome, please call or email for a quick, accurate and polite response from a car enthusiast, not a salesman restricted by a trade guide price.
| 6 Months | 12 Months |
|---|---|
| £244.75 | £445 |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | SL 500 4.7 V8 BiTurbo |
| Mileage | 57050 |
| Year | 2012 |
| Number of Owners | 2 |
| Transmission | Automatic |
| Fuel Type | Petrol |
| Model Variant | SL 500 4.7 V8 BiTurbo |
| Body Type | Convertible |
| Doors | 2 |
| Colour | Magnetite Black |
| Number of Gears | 7 |
| Driving Axle | Rear Wheel Drive |
| BHP | 429 |
| Torque | 516.2 |
| Engine Size | 4.7 |
| Acceleration | 4.6 |
| Top Speed | 155 |
| Average MPG | 30.7 |
| Urban | 22.1 |
| Extra Urban | 39.8 |
| CO2 Emissions | 212 |

| Colour: | Magnetite Black | Transmission | Automatic |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mileage: | 57050 | Price: | £19,995 |
| Reg: | LG62HRX | Fuel Type: | Petrol |
| Engine Size: | 4.7 | Doors: | 2 |
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