2003 MERCEDES BENZ R230 SL55 AMG ROADSTER – AUTO Presenting in Zircon Silver with Black leather interior trim. Delivered new by Canberra Star Motors Pty Ltd of Fyshwick ACT on the 2nd of April 2003. This example has obviously come to SA early in it life as the service history shows all attention given by the Adelaide Mercedes dealer at the time (BEA Motors) and more recently by Silver Star Service of Richmond SA on the 1st of September 2026 at 68,630kms. Powered by 5.4 Litre supercharged V8 engine, it produced 369Kw and 700Nm of power and torque, delivered to the rear wheels via a 5 speed auto transmission. Performance figures suggest 0-100kph in 4.5 secs and a governed to speed of 250kph. By the late 1990s, the previous R129 generation SL-Class had aged, gaining a reputation as a comfortable, heavy luxury car favoured more for country club parking lots than race tracks. Development on the successor began in early 1996, with designers from Germany, California, and Japan submitting hundreds of sketches The resulting R230 generation debuted at the 2001 Frankfurt Motor Show. It completely revolutionized the lineage by introducing the “Vario Roof”—a computer-controlled, hydraulic retractable hardtop that seamlessly transformed the car from a rigid coupe to an open-top roadster in just 16 seconds. The 2003 SL55 AMG became an instant sensation because it completely disrupted the automotive landscape: The F1 Safety Car: The car’s raw capabilities were so distinct that it was adopted as the official Formula 1 Safety Car for the 2002 season. The Jeremy Clarkson Effect: Famous automotive journalist Jeremy Clarkson famously bought one and lauded it as one of the greatest cars ever made, cementing its pop-culture status. Accidental Speed Record: Mercedes engineers revealed that if you removed the electronic speed limiter, the 2003 SL55 AMG could comfortably reach 208 mph (335 kph). At its launch, this briefly made it the fastest conventional automatic transmission road car in the world until the multi-million dollar Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren debuted later in 2003 This Australian delivered SL55 with a comprehensive service history makes a good choice for a high performance modern classic to enjoy, regardless of the weather, top up or down and your favourite road ahead. Available to inspect on our state of the art showroom floor in Adelaide. We can arrange transport door to door Australia wide. more

2006 MERCEDES BENZ R230 SL55 AMG ROADSTER – AUTO – 53,232 MILES SHOWING Presenting in Obsidian Black with Black leather interior trim. Delivered new by Mercedes Benz Newcastle UK on the 30th of September 2006. This vehicle was imported from the UK and we have evidence of the Australian Federal Government Vehicle Import Approval #138067/1 and dated the 6th of November 2012. Early servicing shows attention in the UK and now under South Australian ownership, most recent attention given by Silver Star Service of Richmond (Mercedes specialists) on the 15th of December 2025 at 51,930 miles. Powered by a 5.4 Litre supercharged (M113K) engine, it produces 380Kw and 720Nm of power and torque, delivered to the rear wheels via a 5 speed Sports auto transmission. Performance figures suggest 0-100kph in 4.5 secs and a governed top speed of 250kph. Last of series with only 53,232 miles (85,171) kms from new Collectable AMG in pristine condition. Orthopaedic Seats, Carbon Fibre Trim and Rear Spoiler. Drives brilliantly, last of the series with the 06/07 5.4 litre factory 380kw, 720nm and 0-100 4.5 second acceleration spec and brushed aluminium paddles separating it from the 2002 to 2005 spec models. This is one special vehicle. Factory Stuttgart AMG modified in Germany, Easily the Fastest, Quickest, Best SL 55 in Australia and providing superior ‘Autobahn’ performance. Full service records, unmarked duco, rims and has been treated as it should with no history of accidents, trackwork or theft and has always been kept secure, under cover and very well cared for. Imported from the UK in 2013. Eye catching pristine duco and commands respect with its classic lines, build quality and effortless performance. Last of the series updates and creature comforts of BOSE sound system, ventilated electric heated seats and must be seen. Genuine drivers car. Currently wearing SA plates AMGSL55 which may be available to the next owner if the car is sold to a South Australian resident. Top up or down, this would be a fabulous cruiser to enjoy the road ahead, regardless of the weather. Available to inspect on our state of the art showroom floor in Adelaide. We can arrange transport door to door Australia wide. more