gs10r

hi all im new owner of my 2001 sl500 r129 just want to say hi im still in the process of fixing it I got it from car auction only 68k mils on it r sidefront damage but its fixed just still looking for a front bumper

scottejupiter

Look at salvage yards for the bumper. Where are you located?

Bet you got a good deal. Bumper will cost you $500 used and you have a nice SL.

gs10r

nj there is none on ebay and the mb dealer wants 1600$ to much I got the car for 5100$ low mils

scottejupiter

Try calling this guy. I've bought parts from him. He's in FL but I think shipping would only be $150 or so.

Barron
Classic Auto Parts LLC
239 822 7819

gs10r

I will thanks for the #

scottejupiter

No problem. I think he has 5 or 6. Try to get the right color and you won't have to repaint. Also, you can negotiate a little as he is the owner.

gs10r

he just texed me he got one in black

scottejupiter

Cool! How much does he want for it?

gs10r

don't know yet he sad he will send me some pics of it tomorrow and tell me the price

scottejupiter

He takes Paypal. So if you are unhappy, you can always dispute it with your credit card company.

gs10r

ok thanks I hope this guys ok and have the r bumper coz i been looking for one for over 6 months

scottejupiter

I purchased fog lights, 3rd brake light lens and a rubber top/window strip from him. All turned out good.

dmat28

Hi there i am a 17 year old kid looking to buy a 2001 SL500 and was worried about the frame. i always here of that body having cracks in the frame. Has anyone experienced this or any other issues with this model?

scottejupiter

Never heard of that issue.

But repairs are very expensive unless you do it yourself. Make sure the top works and no leaky hydraulics.