SL/R129: I hope you're not in this for the money . . .
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From: So. Cal.
SL500 2001 Formula 1 Edition;
I hope you're not in this for the money . . .
Okay, if you aren't depressed enough about the weak market and low prices for these wonderful cars, you need to check this out (or maybe you want a super deal?).
A 2002 Silver Arrow, for about $35,000 -- last year when I was shopping for these, I could not find one for under $50,000.
http://www.carweek.com/dealer_listin...ntory_id=36281
What really is kind of depressing is that kelly blue book (kkb.com) values this car at $53,000 retail and $37,000 trade in.
So, for all you (un)lucky folks who are thinking about getting rid of your R129's -- be prepared to take a hit and face the problems that blahzayblah described when he was trying to sell his.
https://mbworld.org/forums/sl-class-r129/156299-help-me-car-going-kill-me.html
On the other hand . . . I LOVE my baby and won't get rid of her for many years, if ever (only lack of garage space MIGHT make me consider it in the future).
A 2002 Silver Arrow, for about $35,000 -- last year when I was shopping for these, I could not find one for under $50,000.
http://www.carweek.com/dealer_listin...ntory_id=36281
What really is kind of depressing is that kelly blue book (kkb.com) values this car at $53,000 retail and $37,000 trade in.
So, for all you (un)lucky folks who are thinking about getting rid of your R129's -- be prepared to take a hit and face the problems that blahzayblah described when he was trying to sell his.
https://mbworld.org/forums/sl-class-r129/156299-help-me-car-going-kill-me.html
On the other hand . . . I LOVE my baby and won't get rid of her for many years, if ever (only lack of garage space MIGHT make me consider it in the future).
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From: Manchester, UK
500 SL R129, Blue - 1991. Mini Cooper S, Works Kit Silver - 2007. Mitsubishi FTO, Silver - 1996.
it just isnt worth selling one once you have one. I might even buy another at these prices, and use one of em for spares! 
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From: Europa&Usa
2001,CL 500
yes learn from my mistakes! buy these cars used if you plan to drive them until the wheels fall off...before i bought it i knew very little about the car game and i figured hell when i want something else someday it will be worth what a grand or two less...here i am out 15 grand...actually i thought i would break even or possibly make money selling the car customized...never again!
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From: Ponte Vedra Beach, FL
1992 500SL
Yes, I have just "inherited" my father's '91 500SL due to his lack of garage space. I was diging through the books and found the original window sticker, $99k in 1991!!!!!!! We all know what it's worth now, 15 years and 100k later. Shhhhh don't tell anyone...
Last edited by FL-SL; Aug 14, 2006 at 11:18 AM.
