The SL Legacy Continues – R232 Revealed
New SL set to rival Porsche and Aston Martin with a powerful outro for the SL combustion engine. It was only [...]
Eight Facts About the Mercedes-Benz R129 SL
Top of the Block: R129 SL As we move deeper into the 20th Century, one thing is clear. Car preferences are [...]
THE Mercedes R129 SL – THE NEXT BIG THING?
You really don’t need to be a clairvoyant to see that the 1990s SL has the potential to increase in value. [...]
What is CARE, how does it work, and how can I best utilise my account?
What is a CARE account? For every owner we have met on our ten classic Mercedes-Benz journey, there remains a consistent [...]
SLSHOP Care – 8% off Service Parts from SLSHOP
For the past decade we have been servicing, maintaining, improving and restoring the Mercedes-Benz SL, and in that time we have learnt [...]
Certified Servicing – Should I take my classic SL to a Mercedes-Benz main dealer?
In the world of classic Mercedes-Benz, much credence is still given to the term ‘full Mercedes-Benz service history’, but what relevance [...]
Certified Servicing – The importance of using the right people
For a classic Mercedes-Benz SL owner, we understand that enjoyment is paramount; but protecting the investment is also crucial. Enhancing the [...]
Care – Case Studies and Examples
INTRODUCING CARE We created CARE to enable you, our customers and fellow enthusiasts, to confidently use your classic whenever, wherever and [...]
SOLD! Demand stays high while temperatures stay low.
January has started strong for Bruce and the SLSHOP team - the showroom continues to be a hive of activity despite [...]
Your SL Adventures – Magnus from Norway
As the world's leading classic Mercedes-Benz SL specialist, it is our duty to inspire others to get out and enjoy these [...]
Six new additions to SLSHOP Showroom
This week we are excited to introduce six new additions to our showroom. These cars offer a range of colours and [...]
Time Capsules – A moment with three Low Mileage SLs
With less than 22,000 miles between the three, these ultra low mileage SLs are really something special. Kyle Fortune was given [...]
8 diverse new additions to SLSHOP Showroom
1989 Mercedes-Benz 300SL (R107) Signal Red with Beige Leather, Left Hand Drive Manual Gearbox Originally delivered to Sweden, [...]
The Mercedes-Benz R129 – Early vs Late – The 1998 Facelift
We take a look at the key year for the R129 - 1998 and the final facelift before the R230 arrived.
The Very Definition of Low Mileage – Part 2
Here at SLSHOP we take pride in being World’s leading Classic Mercedes-Benz SL specialist. Our reputation does give us access to [...]
Classic Car Buyer Beware – The importance of due diligence
The past few weeks have been interesting for the classic car market. Challenging times are upon us, and a UK wide [...]
Christmas Picks – SLSHOP Showroom December 2019
Santa baby, slip an SL under the tree, for me… Well, it might be a little late for that, but there’s [...]
Celebrity Provenance and SL Ownership
We keep a close eye on SLs for sale all over the country, always curious as to what's being sold, when [...]
R129 SL Engines – A Timeline
A look at the R129 and it's engine history. Do you know when the Straight Six was replaced by the V6..? You should!
Supercar Storage with SLSHOP – Your Perfect Partner
Super storage for super cars. A cut above the rest. Supercar Storage in Warwickshire couldn’t be easier than with SLSHOP. [...]
Car Storage with SLSHOP – Your Perfect Partner
Classic Car Storage made simple. Leave it to SLSHOP.
What’s the plural of R129?
If you can have a school of dolphins, a gaggle of geese and a parliament of owls, then what do you [...]
A History of the Mercedes-Benz SL
1954 to 1963 - The W198 Mercedes-Benz SL In 1950 Mercedes-Benz team manager Alfred Neubauer had witnessed 3 Jaguar XK120 [...]
Mercedes Silver Arrow R129 SL Edition
We give you the lowdown on this uber special edition R129.