1990 Mercedes 500SL 6.0 Pre-Merge AMG DOHC R129

This 1990 Mercedes Benz SL500 6.0 AMG is one of 350 500SL-based examples built by the then still independenttuner AMG, nd was imported to USA from Japan last year. Car retains all original paint and is in very good condition, t has no dings, ents or scratches and has been professionally detailed . Using MB’s M119 five-liter V8 as a starting point, MG added a liter of displacement and bumped power up by 54 HP for a total of 376. This one’s is fully sorted and turn-key ready following a recent service.

This car was originally build with 6.0 and not converted to AMG spec later. We bought directly from second owner in Japan .Unlike other r129 cars we seen this car retains it's original appearance as many of those cars are converted to MkII body spec .

One piece 18” AMG Monoblocks are look great on this car however the AMG aero's 17's are correct wheels on pre merge cars. The factory hardtop is included as well, s they lend these cars a sleeker, oupe-like profile.

The cabin remains all factory apart from an Blaupunkt head unit, hough the OEM Becker item is included separately. Just as nicely preserved as the exterior, he leather upholstery has been treated twice a year and is free of rips, racks or serious signs of wear, hile carpet, ash and veneers all show equally well. All lights, witches and accessories work as designed, nd the power folding top is in excellent cosmetic and functional condition with no damage to the canvas or plastic rear windows.

Factory rated at 376 HP, MG later admitted off the record that power was in reality closer to 410 HP, nabling five second flat 0-60 times and 185 MPH once de-restricted. The 4-speed automatic offers smooth, ositive shifts even under full power. The car received a full maintenance , otable jobs of which included new OEM A/C condenser and dryer .front and rear suspension bushings and full tune up in September of this year.

This vehicles vin number is WDB1290661F017567

This vehicle was legally imported from Japan and currently has a valid PA title. The mileage is displayed in kilometers which we converted to miles for the ad.

Please keep in mind you are bidding on a pre-owned vehicle. Everyday driving can cause minor chips, ings or scratches on a vehicle. Unless otherwise noted in our photos or description these items are minimal, ut may exist in some cases.If you have any questions about this or any of my other auctions please feel free to contact me at (267)471-6561. Thank you for your interest and I look forward to hearing from you.