Found on Collecting Cars60 photos1997 Mercedes-Benz SL SL60 AMG
Specifications
- Year
- 1997
- Make / Model
- Mercedes-Benz SL
- Trim
- SL60 AMG
- Engine
- 6.0L V8
- Exterior color
- Brilliant Silver Metallic (744O)
- Interior color
- Blue Leather (262A)
- Seller type
- Private seller
Description
KEY FACTS A rare and potent modern classic performance roadster, this R129-generation Mercedes-Benz SL60 AMG is one of a limited number of examples produced. It is powered by a naturally aspirated 6.0-litre AMG-tuned V8, sending power to the rear wheels via a five-speed automatic transmission. This R129-era SL60 AMG is understood to be one of 49 right-hand drive examples, and one of just 633 examples produced. The odometer shows 78,698 miles, which the seller believes to be genuine. EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES This SL60 AMG is finished in Brilliant Silver metallic over a Blue leather-trimmed interior accented by attractive burr wood trim on the centre console and gear lever. It rides on a set of 18-inch AMG five-spoke split-rim alloy wheels, with silver-painted centres and polished lips. Equipment includes the AMG styling and engineering packages, a body coloured hard top, automatic climate control, electric windows, a power-operated soft top, headlamp wipers and washers, a heated driver’s door mirror, front and rear speakers, electrically adjustable front seats with memory, and now a Kenwood CD MD radio head unit. Accompanying the car is one key and the service history from 2013 onwards. CONDITION Please refer to the photo gallery to assess the exterior and interior condition. Specific notes from the seller include: the bonnet, front wings, front bumper, and the roof have all been repainted. The most recent MOT test took place on 16 July 2026 at 78,698 miles, resulting in a pass with advisories for slight damage, cracking or perishing to both rear tyres, corrosion to the offside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area (jacking point/subframe support point) not considered excessive, and corrosion to the offside rear brake pipe, which was covered in grease or other material. SERVICE HISTORY The latest service was carried out in October 2025 at 78,650 miles by Whittleford Auto Services. The work consisted of a 'B' service, including the replacement of the fuel f
