LOT 95

2003 Mercedes-Benz SL500 Registration no. BG03 YJT Chassis no. WDB10704222012947

Estimate: £10,000 - £15,000

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Lot 95

2003 Mercedes-Benz SL500
Registration no. BG03 YJT Chassis no. WDB10704222012947

Bonhams MPH July Auction|17 July 2021, 13:00 BST|Bicester, Bicester Heritage

2003 Mercedes-Benz SL500
Registration no. BG03 YJT
Chassis no. WDB10704222012947

Odometer reading: 39,684
MOT: 23/06/2022

*Low mileage R230 SL500
*Good condition
*Service history

Footnotes

The R230 Mercedes SL proved to be one of Mercedes' most successful models in the early 2000s. Throughout its production run, the R230 sold well and it was comparably popular against rivals from Bentley and Porsche. It also debuted a number of new features that were previously unseen on an SL, such as a folding hard-top roof and active suspension. This example is a 2003 SL500 that has a low mileage of just 39,684 miles from new. It's powered by Mercedes' renowned 5.0-litre V8 engine that produces 302bhp and offers effortless performance. The car's silver paintwork is in excellent condition. There is good history with the car that includes its original service book and multiple old invoices with a V5C. This a good and well-maintained example.

Vendor Score Total: 83/100

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Key for sellers' assessments:
1/5 POOR. A project vehicle | Requires urgent attention | Damaged | Parts missing
2/5 AVERAGE. Useable condition | Requires some attention | Light damage
3/5 GOOD. Drive away | Presents well | Good history file | Drives well
4/5 VERY GOOD. Well restored | Running and driving with no noticeable faults | Sound throughout
5/5 EXCELLENT. Concours condition | Beautifully presented | Driving very well

EXTERIOR TOTAL: 22/25
Body Work: 4
Chrome/Plastics/Trim: 4
Glass: 5
Paint: 5
Wheels/Tyres: 4

RUNNING GEAR TOTAL: 16/20
Axles: 4
Brakes: 4
Gearbox/Clutch: 4
Suspension: 4

INTERIOR TOTAL: 16/20
Dashboard/Door cards/Carpets: 4
Headlining: 4
Seats: 4
Trim: 4

ELECTRICAL TOTAL: 8/10
Ancillary components: 4
Main components: 4

ENGINE TOTAL: 18/20
Mechanical components: 5
Running: 5
Starting: 4
Under Bonnet: 4

Car History File: 3

Saleroom notices

Please note this lot has been withdrawn.

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