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Decode your Mercedes-Benz SL/SEL (R129) VIN number free for full specifications, engine, power, transmission and body, plus recalls and safety ratings. Covers 4 variants (1989–1995). No registration.

1989–1995 4 variants Convertible Petrol
Mercedes-Benz SL/SEL (R129)
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Mercedes-Benz SL/SEL (R129) specs by variant

Engine, power, transmission and emissions for each SL/SEL (R129) variant in our database.

VariantYearsFuelEnginePowerGearboxDriveCO₂
600 V12 4AT RWD (394 HP) 1989–1995 Petrol 6.0 L 389 bhp AUTOMATIC 4sp RWD —
500 V8 4AT RWD (326 HP) 1989–1995 Petrol 5.0 L 322 bhp AUTOMATIC 4sp RWD —
300 24V 5MT RWD (231 HP) 1989–1995 Petrol 3.0 L 228 bhp MANUAL 5sp RWD —
300 5MT RWD (190 HP) 1989–1995 Petrol 3.0 L 188 bhp MANUAL 5sp RWD —

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Mercedes-Benz SL/SEL (R129) VIN FAQ

What does a Mercedes-Benz SL/SEL (R129) VIN tell you?+
A Mercedes-Benz SL/SEL (R129) VIN decodes to the exact variant, engine, transmission, body type, model year and factory options. Our free decoder also checks recalls and available safety ratings.
Where is the VIN on a Mercedes-Benz SL/SEL (R129)?+
Look at the base of the windscreen on the driver's side, on the driver's door-jamb sticker, and on the vehicle registration document (V5C / title).
What years was the Mercedes-Benz SL/SEL (R129) made?+
Our database covers the Mercedes-Benz SL/SEL (R129) for model years 1989–1995, across 4 variants.
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