When the R129-generation SL debuted in 1989, it redefined what a grand tourer could be—effortlessly blending performance, technology, and timeless elegance. As one of Mercedes-Benz’s most celebrated designs of the modern era, it embodied sophistication with an engineering integrity that remains unmatched.

This particular example, a 1996 Mercedes-Benz 320SL, is presented in a deep black finish that accentuates the car’s sculpted, Bruno Sacco–penned lines. The stance is subtly enhanced by a set of period-correct AMG Aero III wheels, lending a tasteful hint of aggression to its otherwise graceful silhouette. Projector headlights complete the exterior, giving it a refined, contemporary presence.

Inside, the cabin is finished in black leather paired with polished wood trims—an unmistakable hallmark of Mercedes-Benz craftsmanship from the 1990s. Every switch, contour, and surface evokes the tactile precision of Stuttgart’s finest era.

Power comes from the smooth and durable M112 24-valve inline-six, paired with a 5-speed automatic gearbox that delivers refined yet responsive performance. True to the SL lineage, it balances open-top enjoyment with long-distance comfort and mechanical confidence.

Now regarded as one of the most usable modern classics of its time, the R129 320SL stands as a symbol of understated luxury and enduring design—a car that rewards both the driver and the collector with every turn of the key.