1999 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class

The 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class had a base price of $81,100 for the SL500 coupe roadster and $126,900 for the SL600 Coupe Roadster. The dual-overhead-cam V8 engine found in the SL500 displaced 303.4 cubic-inches and offered 300 horsepower. The 12-cylinder engine in the SL600 displaced 365.4 cubic-inches and provided 390 horsepower.

The Coupe Roadster wore an aluminum hardtop or could be fitted with a well-insulated folding top. An optional Panorama glass hardtop could be purchased, allowing drivers to enjoy an unobstructed view regardless of the weather.

The fourth generation of the Mercedes-Benz SL-Class was introduced in 1989 and remained in production until 2002.

The 'SL' designation has been used by Mercedes-Benz since 1954. At the time, SL was German for 'Sport Leight' meaning Sport Light. It was first applied to the 300 SL Gullwing, named after its gullwing 'upward-opening' doors. The SL name has continued in the Mercedes-Benz line-up representing their sport models.

by Dan Vaughan

Coupe Roadster

This Magma Red SL500 features the AMG SL1 and SL2 trim packages which included AMG bodywork, rear spoiler, 18-inch AMG wheels, fog lights, stainless exhaust tip, Xenon headlights, heated seats, CD changer, climate control, full power, telescoping wheel, slip control, and AM/FM cassette stereo. This car has dark grey interior with power seats covered in leather hides. It has both a hard top and a soft top along with a pop-up roll bar.

This car has been owned by just two caretakers and has been driven just 59,000 miles.

by Dan Vaughan

Coupe Roadster
Chassis number: WDBFA76F8XF176652

This Mercedes-Benz SL600, which sold for $126,000 when new, currently has 115,559 miles on the odometer. It has been kept in a garage and is in new condition.

by Dan Vaughan

The 500 SEC was produced in 1984 and 1985. Under the bonnet was powered by a five-liter V8 engine that produced just under 185 horsepower. The SEC was a two-door coupe with seating for five. Also in the 500 Series was the 500 SEL which was a four-door sedan also with seating for five. The cost of the SEC was $56,800 while the SEL cost $51,200. The 500 SEC was the most expensive Mercedes-Benz in 1984 and 1985. Standard equipment included an anti-theft alarm and outside temperature sensor. Anti-lock brakes became standard in 1985, along with heated outside mirrors and eclectically-adjustable headrests.

by Dan Vaughan