2001 Mercedes-Benz SL500. Finished in black with a tan interior. This exceptional well-maintained SL500 has only 53k original miles and has been recently dealer serviced, including new tires. The exterior is in excellent condition overall. The electric convertible top canvas is exceptional as well, as is the top rear window. A factory hardtop is included that is in every way as nice as the rest of this SL. In the interior, excellent leather is found on both sides, and the wood trim remains in fantastic shape as well. Features include the 5.0L 308hp V8 and automatic transmission as well as AMG wheels.. This is truly a great low mileage final year SL. A direct link to the original gullwing SL, the R129 body style SL featured many innovative details for the time, for instance electronically controlled damping and a hidden, automatically extending roll-over bar. The previous styles rather dated rear diagonal swing axle gave way to a modern multi-link axle. The number of standard features was high, with electric action for the windows, mirrors, seats and hood. A facelift was given late in the models life, and 2001 would be the final year for this body style. This SL is truly a gorgeous example. Top up or down, it retains that classic Benz look, and remains a sleek design to this day. Put in the key, turn the ignition, and the powerful V8 whirrs to life. The electric top comes down with just the flick of a switch, and stows neatly into the rear compartment with ease. The power delivered from the SL is plentiful, but also incredibly smooth and civilized. The steering and suspension are both tight, giving a centered, agile feel.