Vehicle Description
1991 RED MERCEDES BENZ 500 SL
Why This Car Is Special
The Mercedes-Benz SL-Class is a grand touring car manufactured by
Mercedes since 1954. The designation SL derives from the German
Sportlich-Leicht, (Sport Lightweight).
Ever since the launch of the original 300 SL 'Gullwing' back in
1954, the SL has always been Mercedes-Benz's flagship sports car.
The fourth generation SL, which the 1991 Mercedes Benz 500 SL that
we have at Skyway Classics is, had the fresh, aerodynamic styling
and packed with high-tech features it came with back in 1991.
Mechanical
Our 500 SL has a 32-valve DOHC V8 engine with 326 horsepower on
tap, under the hood with the engine compartment looking very clean
and detailed. It has all the correct factory parts like air cleaner
assembly, ram air system, belts, hoses, and accessories.
The R129's suspension has a sophisticated five-arm multi-link
set-up at the rear and an Adaptive Damping System, with ABS.
Interior
The plush tan leather interior on our 500 SL is suitably well
appointed, with luxury features like airbags, electric seats,
automatic climate control and a Bose sound system on certain
models, along with electric windows and even a wind deflector.
As a sophisticated sports roadster, the 500 SL represents excellent
value and these early cars also have the advantage of the superb
build quality Daimler Benz was renowned for.
Exterior
The bright red paint makes sure you pay attention to this German
sports car like you should. Body lines are great as well as all the
trim. It rides on performance tires mounted on factory eight spoke
wheels. The tan top matches the interior and makes for a great
looking package.
As ever, safety was paramount in the 500 SL and the innovative new
automatic roll bar, activated in a split second in the event of a
rollover, was one of the first seen on any passenger car. The
folding soft top is powered by an electro-hydraulic system,
activated at the touch of a button and taking just 30 seconds to
raise or lower.
Conclusion
With 326 horsepower on tap, the 500 SL we have here at Skyway
Classics certainly packs a punch and delivers serious performance.
Autocar magazine recorded an 0-60 mph time of just 5.9 seconds on
the way to a top speed limited to 155 mph.
The magazine went on to describe the model as "close to flawless"
in their road test. We agree.
Come see it and you will too.
So give us a call at 941-254-6608.
