1998 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class

Coupe

5.0L V8

Automatic

WDBFA67F3WF158941

Clear

Gasoline

NO RESERVE means that the highest bidder will win. Please bid with intent to purchase and make the deposit when the auction ends. - 1998 Mercedes-benz SL500 Roadster convertible with only 136K original miles.- With only 136K this well kept Mercedes has many worry free years to come, These motors and transmissions are built to last. - A second facelift, introduced in late 1998, comprised new external mirrors, 17" wheels and new bumpers. Also new were the engines- SL 500 with a M113 5.0 L 24-valve SOHC V8 (225 kW (306 PS; 302 hp) at 5600 rpm).- 5.0L engine runs without issues and is very strong.- Transmission shifts smoothly through all gears.- Panoramic roof is very classy and cool, removal is very easy. no complicated hard to find latches. - All windows, mirrors, convertible top, hard top motors, air pumps in seats, and power seats function with ease.- A/C is cold - Soft top looks like it was never used.- Vehicle runs and drives Fantastically.- Suspension feels brand new.- Brakes stop the vehicle promptly on demand.- Tires have lots of tread left on them, I have a photo of the depth below - No engine warning lights of any kind.- Please take the time to review the accident-free service filled Carfax below!- The last owner took the vehicle to the dealer for all of his service. Mercedes-benz mechanics are some of the best around. - Exterior is Extremely nice, exterior has a fantastic glow.- Interior is clean, factory and comfortable. - Please refer to all the pictures I have taken below to most accurately describe the condition of the vehicle.- Someone really took the time to always take care of this vehicle's interior. This is a non smoking vehicle. -There is a $299 dealer processing fee that allows us to run this car for NO RESERVE.- Please let all the pictures load. This is a large auction. If you cant see the 126 pictures, click refresh on your browser. - If you have any questions, please give Joe a call at 443-617-0977. - We can beat any shipping quote, door to door fully insured. - We also offer expedited shipping for an extra $150. - I have an shipping map in the main listing section's photos. Vehicle Information:1998 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500VIN: WDBFA67F3WF158941CONVERTIBLE5.0L V8 FGASOLINEREAR WHEEL DRIVEStandard Equipment | Safety OptionsNo accidents reported to CARFAXNo other damage reported to CARFAX4 Previous owners16 Service history recordsPersonal vehicle135,848Last reported odometer readingThis CARFAX Vehicle History Report is based only on information supplied to CARFAX and available as of 4/19/18 at 3:53:49 PM (EDT). Other information about this vehicle, including problems, may not have been reported to CARFAX. Use this report as one important tool, along with a vehicle inspection and test drive, to make a better decision about your next used car.Ownership HistoryThe number of owners is estimated Owners 1-2 Owner 3 Owner 4Year purchased1997 2011 2012 Type of ownerPersonalPersonalPersonalEstimated length of ownership11 yrs. 4 mo. 11 months 5 yrs. 3 mo. Owned in the following states/provincesSee Details Maryland Maryland Estimated miles driven per yearSee Details --- 10,669/yr Last reported odometer reading77,844 78,000 135,848 Title HistoryCARFAX guarantees the information in this section Owners 1-2 Owner 3 Owner 4Salvage | Junk | Rebuilt | Fire | Flood | Hail | LemonGuaranteed No ProblemGuaranteed No ProblemGuaranteed No ProblemNot Actual Mileage | Exceeds Mechanical LimitsGuaranteed No ProblemGuaranteed No ProblemGuaranteed No ProblemGUARANTEED - None of these major title problems were reported by a state Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). If you find that any of these title problems were reported by a DMV and not included in this report, CARFAX will buy this vehicle back.Register | View Terms | View CertificateAdditional HistoryNot all accidents / issues are reported to CARFAX Owners 1-2 Owner 3 Owner 4Total LossNo total loss reported to CARFAX.No Issues ReportedNo Issues ReportedNo Issues ReportedStructural DamageNo structural damage reported to CARFAX.No Issues ReportedNo Issues ReportedNo Issues ReportedAirbag DeploymentNo airbag deployment reported to CARFAX.No Issues ReportedNo Issues ReportedNo Issues ReportedOdometer CheckNo indication of an odometer rollback.No Issues IndicatedNo Issues IndicatedNo Issues IndicatedAccident / DamageNo accidents or damage reported to CARFAX.No Issues ReportedNo Issues ReportedNo Issues ReportedManufacturer RecallCheck with an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer for any open recalls.No Recalls ReportedNo Recalls ReportedNo Recalls ReportedBasic WarrantyOriginal warranty estimated to have expired.Warranty ExpiredWarranty ExpiredWarranty ExpiredGlossary Detailed HistoryOwner 1Purchased:1997Type:PersonalWhere:MassachusettsEst. miles/year:8,500/yrEst. length owned:12/12/97 -3/27/03(5 yrs. 3 mo.)Low mileage!This owner drove less than the industry average of 15,000 miles per year.Date:Mileage:Source:Comments:12/12/1997 20 Massachusetts Motor Vehicle Dept. Marblehead, MA Title #AQ985842Title or registration issued First owner reported Titled or registered as personal vehicle Loan or lien reported04/08/1998 214 Massachusetts Motor Vehicle Dept. Roanoke, TX Title #AR354173Title or registration issued02/15/2001 27,750 Massachusetts Inspection Station Somerville, MAPassed safety or emissions inspectionView what was inspected09/01/2001 Massachusetts Motor Vehicle Dept. Roanoke, TXRegistration updated when owner moved the vehicle to a new location02/07/2002 35,983 Massachusetts Inspection Station Somerville, MAPassed safety or emissions inspectionView what was inspected Owner 2Purchased:2003Type:PersonalWhere:Maryland, VirginiaEst. miles/year:4,181/yrEst. length owned:3/27/03 -5/9/09(6 yrs. 1 mo.)Low mileage!This owner drove less than the industry average of 15,000 miles per year.Date:Mileage:Source:Comments:03/27/2003 42,582 Maryland Motor Vehicle Dept. Gaithersburg, MD Title #33001682Title issued or updated Registration issued or renewed New owner reported09/28/2005 Maryland Inspection Station Derwood, MDPassed emissions inspection04/30/2007 Maryland Motor Vehicle Dept. Gaithersburg, MD Title #33001682Registration issued or renewed10/01/2007 Maryland Inspection Station Derwood, MDPassed emissions inspection03/16/2009 Maryland Motor Vehicle Dept. Rockville, MD Title #33001682Registration issued or renewed Registration updated when owner moved the vehicle to a new location05/09/2009 Virginia Motor Vehicle Dept.Vehicle purchase reported05/12/2009 68,219 Virginia Motor Vehicle Dept. Falls Church, VAOdometer reading reported05/13/2009 68,277 Virginia Inspection Station Alexandria, VAPassed emissions inspection05/13/2009 Virginia Motor Vehicle Dept. Falls Church, VARegistration issued or renewed04/14/2010 Virginia Motor Vehicle Dept. Arlington, VARegistration issued or renewed Registration updated when owner moved the vehicle to a new location05/25/2011 77,844 Linhards Towing & Auto Repair Hunt Valley, MD 410-771-1040Safety inspection performed Emissions or safety inspection performed Owner 3Purchased:2011Type:PersonalWhere:MarylandEst. length owned:6/1/11 -5/31/12(11 months)Date:Mileage:Source:Comments:06/01/2011 77,882 Maryland Motor Vehicle Dept. Towson, MD Title #42587440Title or registration issued New owner reported10/04/2011 Maryland Inspection Station Owings Mills, MDPassed emissions inspection05/31/2012 Land Rover Hunt Valley Cockeysville, MD 410-666-6060 landroverhuntvalley. comVehicle offered for sale09/18/2012 78,000 Dealer InventoryVehicle offered for sale Owner 4Purchased:2012Type:PersonalWhere:MarylandEst. miles/year:10,669/yrEst. length owned:10/5/12 -2/1/18(5 yrs. 3 mo.)Low mileage!This owner drove less than the industry average of 15,000 miles per year.Date:Mileage:Source:Comments:10/05/2012 78,947 Maryland Motor Vehicle Dept. Ellicott City, MD Title #44000469Title or registration issued New owner reported01/28/2013 Maryland Inspection Station Columbia, MDPassed emissions inspection08/28/2014 Maryland Motor Vehicle Dept. Ellicott City, MD Title #44000469Registration issued or renewed09/10/2014 97,434 Mercedes-Benz of Catonsville Catonsville, MD 410-788-7744 mbofcatonsville.comVehicle serviced12/17/2014 101,259 Mercedes-Benz of Catonsville Catonsville, MD 410-788-7744 mbofcatonsville.comVehicle serviced01/02/2015 Merchant's Tire & Auto Columbia, MD 410-381-6177 merchantstire.comAlignment performed01/16/2015 102,113 Mercedes-Benz of Catonsville Catonsville, MD 410-788-7744 mbofcatonsville.comVehicle serviced02/03/2015 102,253 Mercedes-Benz of Catonsville Catonsville, MD 410-788-7744 mbofcatonsville.comVehicle serviced02/10/2015 Maryland Inspection Station Columbia, MDPassed emissions inspection03/04/2015 103,479 Mercedes-Benz of Catonsville Catonsville, MD 410-788-7744 mbofcatonsville.comVehicle serviced03/25/2015 104,052 Mercedes-Benz of Catonsville Catonsville, MD 410-788-7744 mbofcatonsville.comInduction system serviced04/03/2015 Mercedes-Benz of Catonsville Catonsville, MD 410-788-7744 mbofcatonsville.comVehicle serviced08/05/2015 109,613 Mercedes-Benz of Catonsville Catonsville, MD 410-788-7744 mbofcatonsville.comVehicle serviced11/25/2015 114,357 Mercedes-Benz of Catonsville Catonsville, MD 410-788-7744 mbofcatonsville.comVehicle serviced02/12/2016 116,925 Mercedes-Benz of Catonsville Catonsville, MD 410-788-7744 mbofcatonsville.comVehicle serviced05/05/2016 119,478 Mercedes-Benz of Catonsville Catonsville, MD 410-788-7744 mbofcatonsville.comVehicle serviced01/18/2017 126,651 Mercedes-Benz of Catonsville Catonsville, MD 410-788-7744 mbofcatonsville.comVehicle serviced02/14/2017 Maryland Inspection Station Columbia, MDPassed emissions inspection04/21/2017 129,258 Mercedes-Benz of Catonsville Catonsville, MD 410-788-7744 mbofcatonsville.comRecommended maintenance performed Lights checked Wiper(s) replaced08/03/2017 131,814 Mercedes-Benz of Catonsville Catonsville, MD 410-788-7744 mbofcatonsville.comVehicle serviced02/01/2018 135,800 Carbiz Baltimore, MD 410-358-1410 carbiz.comVehicle offered for sale02/26/2018 135,848 Auto Auction Eastern RegionListed as a dealer vehicle Vehicle sold at auctionMillions of used vehicles are bought and sold at auction every year.02/28/2018 Carbiz Baltimore, MD 410-358-1410 carbiz.comVehicle sold Warranty Information This vehicle is being sold as is, where is with no warranty, expressed written or implied. The seller shall not be responsible for the correct description, authenticity, genuineness, or defects herein, and makes no warranty in connection therewith. No allowance or set aside will be made on account of any incorrectness, imperfection, defect or damage. Any descriptions or representations are for identification purposes only and are not to be construed as a warranty of any type. It is the responsibility of the buyer to have thoroughly inspected the vehicle, and to have satisfied himself or herself as to the condition and value and to bid based upon that judgement solely. The seller shall and will make every reasonable effort to disclose any known defects associated with this vehicle at the buyer's request prior to the close of sale. Seller assumes no responsibility for any repairs regardless of any oral statements about the vehicle. Terms & ConditionsTerms & Conditions 1. Before You Bid 1.1. Read the Vehicle Description and Ask Questions. I spend a lot of time creating my listings, and I make every effort to thoroughly, accurately and fairly describe the vehicles I offer. If you have a specific question or concern, or if I missed something, please feel free to ask. Please keep in mind that I sell pre-owned vehicles. As with any pre-owned vehicle, minor cosmetic flaws may be visible under close inspection. 1.2. Be Aware That Vehicles Are Offered As Is/No Warranty Unless Stated. Unless otherwise stated in the vehicle description, the vehicle is being sold “as-is”, with no warranty. I try to accurately and fairly describe any known mechanical or cosmetic issues. However, as with any vehicle, mechanical or other failures may occur from time to time, and I cannot represent or warranty that they will not. You are responsible for any repairs made after the sale. 1.3. Mileage May Vary Slightly. I indicate the mileage of each vehicle at the time of listing. Please note that actual mileage may be slightly higher at the time of the end of the auction and/or delivery as the vehicle may be driven while the auction is underway. 2. Bidding on the Vehicle 2.1. Ready to Bid? If you’re ready to bid, great! Please keep in mind a few requirements and courtesies. Please intend to, and be ready & able to (financially and otherwise), complete the purchase of the vehicle within the timeframes set out herein. Participating just for sport without the intention to complete the transaction is unfair to me and to other users, and it wastes a lot of time and money. I may obtain the registered information of users participating in my auctions, and may filter or cancel any bids in my discretion. 2.2. I May End An Auction Early. "Buy it now" auctions may end at any time if the buy it now feature is exercised or a "best offer" is accepted. I seldom end "no reserve" auctions early. However, I reserve the right to end any auction without notice at any time for any reason in my sole discretion. 3. Completing the Transaction 3.1. Contact Me. If you are the winning bidder, congratulations! You must contact me within 24 hours of the end of the auction to make arrangements for the completion of the transaction. Many of my auctions end well after normal business hours, so sending me a message through eBay is generally the best way. 3.2. Pay a Deposit. You must also pay a non-refundable $500.00 deposit via PayPal within 24 hours after the end of the auction to secure the vehicle. 3.3. Pay the Balance Due. You must pay the remaining balance due (plus applicable fees and taxes – please see 3.5, below) within 7 days after the end of the auction. 3.4. Payment Methods. I accept wire transfers, cashier's checks, and cash in person (under $10,000 only for cash). I accept PayPal for the payment of deposits only. All funds must be in US dollars. 3.5. Fees and Taxes. 3.5.1. Dealer Fee. I charge a $299 dealer fee, which will be added to all transactions. This includes winning bids, buy it now prices, and best offers accepted. I don't make exceptions for other licensed dealers. A dealer fee covers administrative papwerork and overnight postage as well as detailing fees for each vehicle. 3.5.2. Sales Tax. 3.5.2.1. Maryland Buyers. I am required to collect sales tax at the rate applicable in your county at the time of sale. 3.5.2.2. Out-of-State Buyers. If you have the vehicle shipped to your location, we do offer very cheap shipping. I do not collect any sales tax; you will be responsible for paying your state's sales tax directly. 3.5.3. Tag & Title. 3.5.3.1. Maryland Buyers. I am required to handle your tag and title work, and I collect an estimate of those costs at the time of sale, which range from $150 to $400 depending on your specific situation. . I do not make any money on tax, tag, registration and title fees I collect. 3.5.3.2. Out-of-State Buyers. I will provide you with the vehicle's title, and you will be responsible for handling the tag and title work in your state. 3.6. Exchange Documents and Signatures. There are, unfortunately, paperwork requirements for completing the transaction, which vary depending on whether you are from out-of-state or not. These will be discussed when you contact me initially. 3.7. If You Fail to Pay or Communicate with Me. I expect the transaction to go smoothly. However, if you fail to (i) make contact with me, (ii) pay the deposit, (iii) provide me with required signatures/documents, or (iv) pay the remaining balance (including applicable fees, taxes, and charges), within the timeframes set forth herein, I reserve the right to keep your deposit and re-list the vehicle or otherwise sell it as I see fit, without notice, in my sole discretion. I also reserve the right to report the issue to eBay in my sole discretion. 4. Take Delivery of Your New Vehicle 4.1. Shipping. It is frequently less expensive to have a vehicle shipped to your location than it is to fly in and drive it back, and certainly more hassle-free. I can assist you in finding a shipper and can get very competitive shipping quotes. I assume no responsibility for damage to the vehicle incurred after it leaves my premises. Your vehicle will be available to ship out once full payment is received and has cleared; I send out titles once payment has cleared and all other paperwork requirements of the transaction are completed.