MERCEDES SL2007 · 3.5L PETROL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive repairs rather than preventative care. While the most recent test in April 2026 at 58,973 miles passed, it followed a failure just one day prior. This initial failure required immediate attention to an excessively worn offside front upper suspension arm ball joint, corroded front brake pipes, and perished tyres. The recurrence of these issues suggests that the owner only addresses mechanical defects when they reach a point of failure rather than monitoring them during service intervals. At 19 years old, the recorded mileage of 58,973 miles is exceptionally low, averaging approximately 3,100 miles per year. This low usage pattern explains the specific age-related degradation seen in the rubber components. Between April 2024 and April 2026, the car covered only 6,699 miles, yet it suffered from significant tyre perishing and brake pipe corrosion. Such indicators suggest the vehicle likely sits stationary for long periods, which leads to oxidation of metal surfaces and degradation of rubber seals regardless of mileage-related wear. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension and braking system. The record shows a persistent issue with the nearside front wheel bearing that persisted from 2024 through 2025, indicating a potential failure to fully rectify previous faults. The recurring corrosion on the front brake pipes, noted as covered in grease, is often an attempt to hide surface rust that can lead to structural failure of the hydraulic lines. Furthermore, the tyres should be checked for sidewall cracking and cracking, as the low mileage has not prevented the rubber from drying out over time.