2004 Mercedes-Benz SL500

OVERVIEW

This Canadian-market 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL500 convertible has a power-retractable hardtop and is equipped with AMG wheels, a Bose audio system, dual-zone automatic climate control, and woodgrain trim. Power is provided by a 5.0-liter V8 paired with a seven-speed automatic transmission. More than $5,000 in service was recently performed on the braking and suspension systems. This garage-kept R230-generation SL500 is finished in black over a charcoal leather interior and is now offered with an owner’s manual, service receipts, two keys, a Lubrico 24-month transferrable warranty, a clean CARFAX report, and British Columbia insurance in the seller’s name.

EXTERIOR – FEATURES

The garage-kept black exterior features fog lamps, bi-xenon headlamps, vented front fenders, a power-folding top, an LED third brake lamp, and dual exhaust outlets. An AMG badge has been added to the trunk lid.

EXTERIOR – WHEELS AND TIRES

Silver 18-inch AMG-branded wheels are wrapped in tires with black sidewall lettering.

INTERIOR – FEATURES

The cabin is fitted with charcoal leather power-adjustable and heated bucket seats, matched to the door panels, center console, dash, and carpeting. Amenities include memory seats, dual-zone automatic climate control, power windows, power door locks, woodgrain trim, cruise control, a COMAND infotainment system with navigation, and Bose audio.

INTERIOR – GAUGES

Instrumentation includes a 260-km/h speedometer, a 6,500-rpm tachometer, and auxiliary gauges for the fuel level and coolant temperature. The digital odometer reads 125,518 kilometers (77,993 miles). The CARFAX report shows the last mileage figure recorded in September 2018 was 68,975 miles.

ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION

The 5.0-liter V8 was rated at 302 horsepower and 339 lb-ft of torque when new. A full service that included oil and transmission fluid changes, new hoses and valve cover gaskets, and other repairs by a master mechanic was recently performed at a Mercedes-Benz dealership at a cost of $2,258, according to the seller. The CARFAX report indicates that the idler pulley was replaced in 2018. Power is sent to the rear wheels via a console-shifted seven-speed automatic transmission.

UNDERCARRIAGE

The chassis uses Active Body Control (ABC) suspension architecture, which comes equipped with a replacement hydraulic lift pump that cost a reported $1,966. The seller notes that the braking system received new brakes at all four corners as well as a new Sensotronic Brake Control valve and a new pressure reservoir, which cost a reported $3,248.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

The CARFAX report shows a vehicle history that is free of accidents and damage. The sale includes an owner’s manual, two keys, a Lubrico 24-month transferrable warranty, and receipts for the full service, new Active Body Control pump, and brake repairs.