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Mercedes-Benz SL 500 AMG Designo (R129) for sale

Name: Mercedes-Benz SL 500 AMG Designo (R129)
Brand: Mercedes-Benz
Price: 149500 EUR
Availability: InStock

€149,500

VAT included and not reclaimable: sold under the margin scheme.

Mileage: 55,843 miles
Exterior color: Polar White (149)
Upholstery: Red designo Picasso leather
Transmission: 5-speed automatic

Overview of this 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL 500 AMG Designo (R129) used for sale

AUTO LEITNER offers this R129-series Mercedes-Benz SL 500 in original designo Picasso specification with the factory AMG technical package. Finished in Polar White, it has red Picasso leather that extends to the dashboard, hardtop lining, and trunk. Dated 1996, ordered by a first German owner and later kept in a large private collection, it shows approximately 55,844 miles with eleven services listed. The 5.0-liter V8, listed at about 316 hp, is paired with an automatic transmission.

Specifications of this 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL 500 AMG Designo (R129)

Make: Mercedes-Benz
Model: SL 500 AMG Designo (R129)
Specialist: AUTO LEITNER
Mileage: 55,843 miles
Exterior color: Polar White (149)
Upholstery: Red designo Picasso leather
Transmission: 5-speed automatic
Model year: 1996
Body style: Roadster
Fuel: Gasoline
Cylinders: 8
Displacement: 4,973 cm³
Doors: 2
Drivetrain: Rear-wheel drive
Power: 320 PS

Model reference specifications

Engine: 5.0-liter V8
Performance: 306 PS (225 kW) at 5,600 rpm and 460 Nm from 2,700 to 4,250 rpm, 0 to 100 km/h in 6.5 seconds
Chassis: It rides on a shortened W124 floorpan, with a roll-over bar that rises automatically.

Estimate financing for this 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL 500 AMG Designo (R129)

This vehicle’s price€149,500

USD calculation basis ≈ $174,063. Indicative conversion, rates dated August 28, 2026.

Down payment (USD)

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Illustrative APR of 6.5%, no trade-in. USD estimate excluding taxes and fees, not a financing offer. Actual terms depend on the lender.

Options and equipment

Reported details and equipment

Specification	Original designo Picasso with factory AMG technical package; dashboard, hardtop lining and trunk finished in designo
History	Ordered by a first German owner, then in a large private collection
Documents included	Stamped service booklet, first owner’s German registration, dealer service invoices, car and radio manuals, code card, Mercedes-Benz warranty booklet, TÜV reports, three keys, original brochure, Picasso leather folder
Reported service 1 (1996)	0 miles
Reported service 2 (1998)	7,957 miles
Reported service 3 (2001)	21,452 miles
Reported service 4 (2003)	24,937 miles
Reported service 5 (2004)	28,454 miles
Reported service 6 (2005)	34,984 miles
Reported service 7 (2008)	41,198 miles
Reported service 8 (2011)	47,949 miles
Reported service 9 (2013)	52,631 miles
Reported service 10 (2020)	54,940 miles
Reported service 11 (2025)	55,585 miles

Equipment

Seller-listed equipment 18

AMG technical package and AMG aero kit
18-inch AMG wheels in special sizes
Designo Picasso interior and designo wood and leather steering wheel
Panoramic glass roof
Black soft top and wind deflector
Power memory seats and heated seats
Power-adjustable steering column
Rear child seats
Driver, passenger and side airbags
ASR traction control
Cruise control and rain sensor
Automatic climate control and activated carbon filter
Auto-dimming interior mirror
MB Special radio and CD changers
Headlight wipers and exit lighting
Tinted glass and illuminated vanity mirrors
Remote-controlled alarm
Outside temperature gauge and higher-capacity battery

Equipment as listed by the dealer. Verify the specification with the dealer before purchase.

FAQ

FAQ about the 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL 500 AMG Designo (R129)

What is the asking price of the 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL 500 AMG Designo (R129) listed on LuxuryPulse?

The asking price of the 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL 500 AMG Designo (R129) listed on LuxuryPulse is 149,500 EUR.

What is the listed mileage of the 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL 500 AMG Designo (R129) listed on LuxuryPulse?

Listed mileage for the 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL 500 AMG Designo (R129) listed on LuxuryPulse: The seller’s odometer reading is equivalent to approximately 55,843 miles.

Mercedes-Benz SL 500 AMG Designo (R129) for sale

Overview of this 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL 500 AMG Designo (R129) used for sale