2003 Mercedes-Benz SL500 Roadster
Stock # 047438WDBSK75F93F0474385.0L V8 302hp 339lb-ft engineAutomatic24Desert Silver Metallic exterior
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Standard
- ULEV certified (5.0L engine/5-speed auto trans)
- City 15/hwy 22 (5.0L engine/5-speed auto trans)
- Dual heated pwr mirrors w/3-position memory & auto dimming driver mirror
- Dual aero-blade windshield wipers w/heated parking position & infrared rain sensor
- Electrohydraulic retractable aluminum hardtop
- Red rear foglamp
- Halogen front foglamps
- Attachable mesh wind deflector
- Auto-on Xenon high intensity discharge low-beam headlamps w/halogen high- beams & heated washers
- Selective/programmable locking/unlocking
- Pwr door locks w/central locking system
- Dual illuminated visor vanity mirrors
- Pwr windows w/express-down control & 1-touch up/down for all windows
- Rear window defroster
- Hand-polished wood trim on console & doors
- Multi-function steering wheel
- Anti-theft alarm system w/starter interlock & tow-away protection
- Pwr tilt/telescoping steering column
- Remote keyless entry-inc: doors trunk release (4) inside storage compartments window closing
- Dual reading lamps
- Velour carpeting & floor mats
- Bose sound system w/AudioPilot-inc: antitheft-coded AM/FM stereo/weather band radio & CD player/CD-Rom drive CD changer controls (8) speakers navigation system & COMAND system
- Rearview mirror w/auto-dimming feature
- Tele-Aid-inc: 24-hour contact w/Mercedes Benz for emergency aid information roadside assistance
- Cruise control
- Universal integrated garage door opener
- Parcel net in right footwell
- Remote illuminated entry
- 12-way pwr/heated front bucket seats w/3-position memory & lumbar support
- Automatic dual zone climate control-inc: dust filter residual-heat REST mode
- Dual retractable cup holders
- Hand-fitted leather seat trim head restraints dash console doors armrests roll bar rear cabin panels steering wheel & shift knob.
- Illuminated/climate controlled glove-box & armrest storage
- Compact spare tire
- Fully electronic ignition system w/knock sensor timing control
- Independent 4-link front/5-arm rear suspension w/anti-dive technology
- 5-speed automatic transmission
- 5.0L SOHC SMPI 24-valve V8 engine
- Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
- Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
- P255/45WR17 all-season high-performance tires
- Active Body Control (ABC)-inc: coil spring & electronically controlled hydraulic cylinder w/gas pressurized shock absorber at each wheel
- Front cross-drilled/rear ventilated disc brakes
- Brake assist system (applies full braking pwr automatically when needed)
- Sensotronic brake control
- Rack & pinion vehicle-speed-sensitive pwr steering
- Rear wheel drive
- Automatic slip control (ASR)
- 17" x 8.5" 7-spoke aluminum wheels
- Sensotronic brake control
- Babysmart automatic child seat recognition system
- Automatic slip control (ASR)
- Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
- Driver & front passenger front airbag supplemental restraint system
- Adjustable seat-mounted 3-point front shoulder belts w/height adjustment & emergency tensioning retractors
- Brake assist system (applies full braking pwr automatically when needed)
- Door mounted head & body side-impact airbags
- Pop-up roll bar
- Illuminated emergency interior trunk release
- Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
Options
- SL1 WOODTRIM PKG
- SL3 COMFORT PKG
- BI-XENON HEADLAMPS
- KEYLESS GO
- METALLIC PAINT
- LEATHER UPHOLSTERY (STD)
HISTORY
- Model: SL500
- Trim: Roadster
- Body: Convertible
- Exterior: Desert Silver Metallic
- Interior: Stone
- Stock#: 047438
- VIN #: WDBSK75F93F047438
- Mileage: 56301
- Engine: 5.0L V8 302hp 339lb-ft
- Drive: Rear Wheel Drive
- MPG*: 16 City / 24 Hwy
Standard
- ULEV certified (5.0L engine/5-speed auto trans)
- City 15/hwy 22 (5.0L engine/5-speed auto trans)
- Dual heated pwr mirrors w/3-position memory & auto dimming driver mirror
- Dual aero-blade windshield wipers w/heated parking position & infrared rain sensor
- Electrohydraulic retractable aluminum hardtop
- Red rear foglamp
- Halogen front foglamps
- Attachable mesh wind deflector
- Auto-on Xenon high intensity discharge low-beam headlamps w/halogen high- beams & heated washers
- Selective/programmable locking/unlocking
- Pwr door locks w/central locking system
- Dual illuminated visor vanity mirrors
- Pwr windows w/express-down control & 1-touch up/down for all windows
- Rear window defroster
- Hand-polished wood trim on console & doors
- Multi-function steering wheel
- Anti-theft alarm system w/starter interlock & tow-away protection
- Pwr tilt/telescoping steering column
- Remote keyless entry-inc: doors trunk release (4) inside storage compartments window closing
- Dual reading lamps
- Velour carpeting & floor mats
- Bose sound system w/AudioPilot-inc: antitheft-coded AM/FM stereo/weather band radio & CD player/CD-Rom drive CD changer controls (8) speakers navigation system & COMAND system
- Rearview mirror w/auto-dimming feature
- Tele-Aid-inc: 24-hour contact w/Mercedes Benz for emergency aid information roadside assistance
- Cruise control
- Universal integrated garage door opener
- Parcel net in right footwell
- Remote illuminated entry
- 12-way pwr/heated front bucket seats w/3-position memory & lumbar support
- Automatic dual zone climate control-inc: dust filter residual-heat REST mode
- Dual retractable cup holders
- Hand-fitted leather seat trim head restraints dash console doors armrests roll bar rear cabin panels steering wheel & shift knob.
- Illuminated/climate controlled glove-box & armrest storage
- Compact spare tire
- Fully electronic ignition system w/knock sensor timing control
- Independent 4-link front/5-arm rear suspension w/anti-dive technology
- 5-speed automatic transmission
- 5.0L SOHC SMPI 24-valve V8 engine
- Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
- Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
- P255/45WR17 all-season high-performance tires
- Active Body Control (ABC)-inc: coil spring & electronically controlled hydraulic cylinder w/gas pressurized shock absorber at each wheel
- Front cross-drilled/rear ventilated disc brakes
- Brake assist system (applies full braking pwr automatically when needed)
- Sensotronic brake control
- Rack & pinion vehicle-speed-sensitive pwr steering
- Rear wheel drive
- Automatic slip control (ASR)
- 17" x 8.5" 7-spoke aluminum wheels
- Sensotronic brake control
- Babysmart automatic child seat recognition system
- Automatic slip control (ASR)
- Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
- Driver & front passenger front airbag supplemental restraint system
- Adjustable seat-mounted 3-point front shoulder belts w/height adjustment & emergency tensioning retractors
- Brake assist system (applies full braking pwr automatically when needed)
- Door mounted head & body side-impact airbags
- Pop-up roll bar
- Illuminated emergency interior trunk release
- Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
Options
- SL1 WOODTRIM PKG
- SL3 COMFORT PKG
- BI-XENON HEADLAMPS
- KEYLESS GO
- METALLIC PAINT
- LEATHER UPHOLSTERY (STD)
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WHY THIS VEHICLE?
Exceptional service history, amazing mechanical and cosmetic condition, and all the right options make this SL a real rarity. With an original MSRP of $90,985 in 2003 ($136,986 in 2021) - this SL500 offers tremendous value to its next owner.
FACTORY INSTALLED OPTIONS:
$......... [MTL] Metallic Paint
$...840 [221] Woodtrim PKG
$1,520 [109] SL3 Comfort PKG
$...900 [614] Bi-Xenon Headlamps
$1,015 [889] Keyless Go
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$4,275 Total, Factory Installed Options
HISTORY
This SL500 was delivered new in October 2004 at a Mercedes-Benz dealer in Illinois. The 1st Owner drove it 14,864 miles over the course of 4 years. The second owner would have the car relocated to Texas where over the course of the next 8 years driving the SL 25,473 miles or just 3,184 per year. The meanwhile continuing with regular service at a local Texas Mercedes-Benz dealership. The final owner purchased the SL in August of 2018 and drive just 2,683 mi/yr until AlphaCars acquired it in late 2020.
CONDITION
This SL500 is in excellent condition. Factory original body panels and paint, math the clean CarFax, and our paint meter tool readings. All exterior and interior surfaces including carpets are clean with minimal wear. All interior electronics function as designed. Be sure to watch our detailed video highlighting this SL in full.
VALUE-ADDED IMPROVEMENTS:
$...311 Mercedes-Benz Vehicle Inspection
$...115 Synthetic Oil Service
$...880 New Tires (Set of 4)
$...364 3rd Brake Light Replacement
$...464 Control Arm
$.....21 Wheel Bearing Adjustment
$.....95 Truck Struts
$...234 New Battery
$...392 Alternator
$...984 Roof Lock Cylinder
$...394 Front Brake Service
$...853 Roof Side Gaskets
$...728 Front Grille Replacement
$...289 Replacement Air Mass Meter
$...307 Replacement ABC Pulsation Damper
$...692 Replacement Engine Mounts
$...164 4 Wheel Alignment
$1,631 Replacement Intake Manifold Gasket
$...202 Replacement Transmission Mount
$.....60 Paintless Dent Removal
$1,996 Comprehensive Detailing
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$11,140 Total, Value Added Improvements
COMPREHENSIVE INSPECTION & SERVICE STATUS:
We performed a comprehensive vehicle inspection. The entire vehicle was checked by our master technician who specializes in Porsche. The vehicle was road tested and all functions tested. Including, electrical, drivability, and accessories. All maintenance and service updates were completed, as well as concourse-level reconditioning and detailing work.
Service Status: All Maintenance items are up to date.
Next Service Due: Oil Service, 8,000 miles
Tires: Continental Extreme ContSport, 225/45/17
Front: NEW, 100% Material Remaining
Rear: NEW, 100% Material Remaining
Brakes:
Front: NEW, 100% Material Remaining
Rear: 40% Material Remaining
We go a major step further than your typical pre-owned dealership. Using a sophisticated Paint Meter tool (by Elcometer) we tested each metal body panel of this Porsche.
Metal Panels - Paint Readings (Mils):
4 Hood
4 Fender, Right
3 Door, Right Front
4 Quarter, Right
3 Trunk Lid
4 Quarter, Left
4 Door, Left Front
4 Fender, Left
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Factory Readings Range: 2.5 - 6.5 mils
ABOUT ALPHACARS:
For over 30 years we have been a leader in delivering quality and value. Genuine enthusiasm, unparalleled product & technical knowledge, transparency, unconditional dedication to the highest imaginable standards for the quality of our hand-selected vehicle are just some of the qualities that made us who we are today. With no deviation, these standards are maintained - each vehicle must pass a rigorous technical inspection followed by the most thorough service work and concourse level detailing. With an outstanding selection of exciting vehicles, we are the best choice and value. Whether you are in the early stages of research or ready to make a purchase, we are here for you.
Expect to Be Impressed! This is one of the fine vehicles from our hand-selected inventory. Work with a knowledgeable and reputable team of professionals from AlphaCars & Motorcycles. We appreciate your business and will handle your transaction with expertise. Give us a call and see how buying a vehicle can be enjoyable and fun!
EXTENDED SERVICE COVERAGE:
Because of the extensive inspection process, we perform, each car is pre-qualified for the industry’s best-extended vehicle care coverage through CNA Insurance.
FINANCING OPTIONS:
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TRANSPORTATION:
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