1998 Mercedes-Benz SL SL600

KEY FACTS A rare and luxurious V12-powered grand tourer, this R129-generation Mercedes-Benz SL600 is presented in a timeless colour scheme. Power comes from a 6.0-litre naturally aspirated V12 engine, driving the rear wheels via a five-speed automatic transmission. This original New Zealand-delivered model was first registered in March 1998 and was acquired by the seller in June 2020. The odometer shows 142,867 km from new. This is understood to be one of ten SL600s in New Zealand. Build year: 1998 EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES This SL600 is finished in the stylish shade of Obsidian Black Metallic with either a removable hard-top or a black soft-top roof, over a two-tone Exclusive Mushroom leather-trimmed interior, punctuated by wood veneer trim. It rides on aftermarket 17-inch two-piece AMG Monoblock alloy wheels fitted with Bridgestone Potenza tyres. Equipment includes a glass hardtop, self-levelling suspension with adaptive damping system, xenon headlights, headlight washers, electric windows, electrically adjustable heated seats with three-position memory, automatic air conditioning, and cruise control. This example has been fitted with a Kenwood stereo with Bluetooth connectivity. Accompanied by the Mercedes-Benz handbook and a raft of maintenance receipts and paint and panel receipts. One ignition key is included and a skeleton key. CONDITION Please refer to the photo gallery to assess the exterior and interior condition. Specific notes from the seller include: a recent full repaint of the panoramic roof as well as a cut and polish, the paintwork has been refreshed, and prior to current ownership there has been some recolouring of the leather on the steering wheel and both leather door tops. SERVICE HISTORY The car was most recently serviced in June 2026 at 142,790 km, which included an engine oil and filter change and new spark plugs. An engine oil and filter service was carried out in December 2025 at 142,229 km. Another annual service was completed in December 202