[{"id": 14403826, "authorName": "badboss", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/badboss/", "bidAmount": 500, "content": "$500 bid placed by badboss", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1715348794, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14403913, "authorName": "QMS (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/qms/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Welcome all to our auction of this all original, well cared for and professionally maintained 1996 Mercedes Benz SL500.\r\n\r\nWe look forward to your comments and questions and we invite bidders to use the Contact Seller tab at the top of the listing if you would like to discuss the car privately, arrange a live Facetime review or pre-purchase inspection at our N. Kingstown, RI, facility (lift and tools available). \r\n\r\nAbout Quonset Motor Sport, LLC (QMS)\r\nQMS is a BaT Local Partner and we provide Marketing, Auction and Transaction Support to Private Party owners of interesting vehicles. We are not a \u201ccar dealer\u201d.\r\n\r\nAll vehicles offered by QMS are stored at our 40,000 square ft. facility in N. Kingstown, RI. QMS works as an intermediary between the Seller and Buyer and provides auction management, payment management, documentation, and vehicle delivery support protecting both the Buyer and Seller. Sale funds transfer directly from Buyer to Seller.\r\n\r\nBest of luck to all bidders, it\u2019s a very good one.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1715349396, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14404041, "authorName": "Dean_Laumbach", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dean_laumbach/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Rare color !!!\n\nI also love these 17\u201d wheels. Look at the recent documented service history !!! \ud83d\udc4d\n\nA lot of R129 buyers get hung up on mileage, when they really should be looking at how well the car has been maintained. I just looked over the receipts, and I am very impressed.\n\nVery nice car.\n\nDean", "likes": 7, "timestamp": 1715350658, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14404123, "authorName": "carstruck", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carstruck/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Nice looking car. The drivers' left side bolster can and often does take a beating on these, and this one isn't too bad. The chassis photos aren't super helpful but they give enough to suggest that corrosion might be at a minimum. The car was probably loved \ud83d\ude0aGlwa", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1715351428, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14404131, "authorName": "carstruck", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carstruck/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Good morning Dean \ud83d\ude06", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1715351483, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14404288, "authorName": "getevans", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/getevans/", "bidAmount": 1000, "content": "$1,000 bid placed by getevans", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1715352684, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14408474, "authorName": "Coehawk71", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/coehawk71/", "bidAmount": 1250, "content": "$1,250 bid placed by Coehawk71", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1715370503, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14408842, "authorName": "SilverArrowR129", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/silverarrowr129/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "this mileage is nothing for a well maintained R129 -- In August, drove from Monterey Car Week all the way to NJ in the Silver Arrow. Began the journey with 180k miles on the car and two of us cannonballed it straight through. No hotels, two sit down meals (a lunch and a dinner) and gas/bathroom breaks. The 21 year old M113 engine basically ran for 48 hours straight and 3,000 miles, never shut down for more than 30 minutes over the course of two days. It was a spectacular trip and the car was flawless. GLWA", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1715371756, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14411387, "authorName": "RPDSG", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rpdsg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Nice car. How many keys do you have?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1715383819, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14411940, "authorName": "QMS (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/qms/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@rpdsg\r\n2 keys w fresh batteries", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1715389779, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14411975, "authorName": "QMS (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/qms/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@silverarrowr129\r\n\r\nWe agree, the 129R\u2019s were built to be multi-generational cars. Maintained properly, they have no expiration date.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1715390103, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14412055, "authorName": "TAH_Tiger", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tah_tiger/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I\u2019ve had my 1996 R129 in this color for 22 years. I believe the color is referred to as Blue Opal\u2026 not Cobalt blue. It looks almost black unless in the sun and gets many compliments.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1715390991, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14413709, "authorName": "Nav77", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nav77/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Does everything mechanical work in the car as it should? \r\nHas the wiring harness been replaced and are there any electrical issues?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1715436330, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14413877, "authorName": "262peter", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/262peter/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I\u2019ve read somewhere that the best ones are 1996,97,98. This one is 96, a plus.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1715437969, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14415092, "authorName": "QMS (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/qms/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Nav77\r\nAll systems, accessories and mechanicals work well. The car has no electrical issues and the wiring harness is original.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1715447231, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14415159, "authorName": "QMS (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/qms/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "SL 500 Bidders \n\nHere's a daylight shot to give you a better sense of the deep blue color.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1715447584, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14415230, "authorName": "QMS (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/qms/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "SL500 Bidders\n\nThe car also comes with a very effective wind deflector", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1715447836, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14420257, "authorName": "RPDSG", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rpdsg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Are the wheels original to the car or were these added later?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1715474974, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14423175, "authorName": "QMS (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/qms/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@RPDSG\r\nWe'll do some research and get back to you on the wheels. In the meantime here's a good resource regarding the cars' specs.\r\n\r\nhttps://www.car.info/en-se/mercedes-benz/sl-class/sl-500-a5-1996-164338/specs", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1715532709, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14423612, "authorName": "96sl500", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/96sl500/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I have a 96, and i believe that these are not the original wheels. (the originals, in my opinion, are the least attractive the sl500's came with). It is pictured in the photo of the trunk.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1715535008, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14424087, "authorName": "Tx246", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tx246/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I don\u2019t ever recall seeing an SL in this color in person. Any idea about how many were produced in this color? Maybe because I would have assumed it was black unless I was looking better. It is a very nice combo.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1715536858, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14424758, "authorName": "Sinatra23", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sinatra23/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "These are the \u201cSador\u201d 17 inch wheels off of a later R129 SL600 (\u201899-\u201800). This example should have the \u201cMonkar\u201d 16 inch wheels. A nice upgrade, in my opinion! GLWTA, @QMS!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1715539517, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14427367, "authorName": "QMS (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/qms/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Sinatra\r\nThanks for the tip on the SL600 wheels \r\nWe agree, they are a good look and a nice upgrade from the 16\u201d wheels", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1715554111, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14427826, "authorName": "QMS (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/qms/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "SL500 Bidders\n\nThe cars' color is Black Opal Metallic, paint code #189. When it's cloudy it appears more black than blue and in bright sunlight it's more blue than black.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1715560972, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14428869, "authorName": "RPDSG", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rpdsg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks for the information. Is this color different than the normal \u201cblack\u201d color? Or are they one and the same? Much appreciated.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1715600714, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14429651, "authorName": "QMS (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/qms/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Yes, it's a different color. Designo Black was MB's black. Paint code 002.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1715609796, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14429898, "authorName": "RoadRacer1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/roadracer1/", "bidAmount": 5000, "content": "$5,000 bid placed by RoadRacer1", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1715611645, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14433967, "authorName": "QMS (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/qms/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "BaT\n\nPls correct the color in the opening description, it\u2019s Black Opal", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1715628060, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14436831, "authorName": "QMS (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/qms/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "SL500 Bidders\n\nThere are 30+ service receipts in the gallery demonstrating the level of care that our SL500 has received dating back to its' delivery date.\n\nHere's a summary of the most recent services performed.\nSerpentine Belt\nBrake Flush and Bleed\nSpark Plugs\nCoolant Flush\nGear Oil Change and Oil Change(s)\nValve Cover Gaskets\nPower Steering Flush\nRebuild of Convertible Top Hydraulics\nControl Arm Bushings and Idler Arm\nReplaced Steering Damper\nEngine Air Distribution Hose\nSway Bar Bushings\nBattery\nAlignment", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1715644793, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14439876, "authorName": "262peter", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/262peter/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Seller, will you please check that this 1996 has 5 speed transmission. This is important because the manufacture date is 1995 , the year before the 5th gear was added.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1715701914, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14445188, "authorName": "QMS (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/qms/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@262peter\r\n\r\nPlease see photos 102,103 and 104. The car has a 4spd transmission.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1715720728, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14445760, "authorName": "262peter", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/262peter/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks QMS that\u2019s what I thought; contrary to the written description.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1715724860, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14445876, "authorName": "QMS (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/qms/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "We've asked BaT to correct the color and transmission descriptions.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1715726331, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14454848, "authorName": "ArtVandeley", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/artvandeley/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "HI, the car looks good. However just concerned that it has 5 previous owners and almost no service records captured in the CarFax report. 1) Was the car ever painted or any body work performed on it? 2) Are there any issues, flaws or lights on that I need to know.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1715809810, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14455519, "authorName": "QMS (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/qms/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@seinfeldfan :-)\r\n\r\nPlease review the 30+ service receipts, the paint meter readings and the Seller comments.\r\n\r\nSummary: No body work, all systems operate properly, car has been serviced by the book (and then some).", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1715816753, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14458735, "authorName": "QMS (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/qms/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "SL500 Bidders\r\n\r\nWith just over a day left until the close of our SL500 auction we'd like invite you to contact us here at QMS if you'd like to arrange a live facetime inspection or discuss the car in detail.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1715874348, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14465376, "authorName": "Wiledebeest", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wiledebeest/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@QMS and@262peter, If that is a '96 it should be a 5 speed. The pictures show 5 I believe. 1, 2, 3, 4, & D for 5.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1715905478, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14465666, "authorName": "Brent", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brent/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@QMS, @262peter, & @Wiledebeest: The shifter pattern shows 4+D and matches the 5 speed transmission shifters of the post '95 models. The shifters for pre '96 models with 4 spd transmission show only 3+D. Cars almost always go on sale before their actual model year.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1715908670, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14466220, "authorName": "262peter", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/262peter/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I was looking at the manufacture date which was 1995 ; on this 1996 car.!\r\nI don\u2019t really know how the trans auto - manual work.\r\n1995 cars still had four-gear trans ; changed to five gear as from 1996", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1715916776, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14466255, "authorName": "shiftmotors", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/shiftmotors/", "bidAmount": 5100, "content": "$5,100 bid placed by shiftmotors", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1715917403, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14466270, "authorName": "262peter", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/262peter/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Despite it being manufactured in 1995, I checked the gear shift and this car has similar shift sequence as the other sl500 also on auction. I then checked from sales record . A 1995 has a different gearshift panel showing D-3-2-1. This one shows D-4-3-2-1. The two esteemed comments are correct. This is a Plus for this car.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1715918014, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14466392, "authorName": "TheDudeAbides2", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thedudeabides2/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Beautiful car, hard to believe five people didn't want to hang onto it.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1715921538, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14466698, "authorName": "jsdbike", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jsdbike/", "bidAmount": 5497, "content": "$5,497 bid placed by jsdbike", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1715943852, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14466814, "authorName": "QMS (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/qms/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The service records indicate that the first 3 owners were family members.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1715947591, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14466988, "authorName": "jrb007", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jrb007/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Does the seller know (or any other experts that want to chime in) whether or not the wiring harness issue was corrected for 1996? I am seeing mixed messages on that on the Benz forums.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1715950415, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14467358, "authorName": "QMS (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/qms/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "SL500 Bidders\r\n\r\nOur apologies; the transmission is indeed a 5spd. We were mistakenly leaving the shifter in the #4 position, when Drive, or 5th is to the right. Guess we\u2019re to used to the J shifter on Jaguars.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1715954305, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14467991, "authorName": "RoadRacer1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/roadracer1/", "bidAmount": 6000, "content": "$6,000 bid placed by RoadRacer1", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1715959908, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14468022, "authorName": "jsdbike", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jsdbike/", "bidAmount": 6100, "content": "$6,100 bid placed by jsdbike", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1715960157, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14468271, "authorName": "QMS (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/qms/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@jrb007\n\nThere are NO electrical issues, and the forums are full of self proclaimed experts. Pls contact us to arrange a live FaceTime demonstration of each and every feature/accessory.\n\nWe\u2019d guess most wiring issues are the result of some backyard mechanic working their magic.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1715962275, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14468535, "authorName": "SJBOTT", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sjbott/", "bidAmount": 6500, "content": "$6,500 bid placed by SJBOTT", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1715963912, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14468763, "authorName": "Sporty1960", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sporty1960/", "bidAmount": 7200, "content": "$7,200 bid placed by Sporty1960", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1715965136, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14469148, "authorName": "jsloden", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jsloden/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The biodegradable wiring harness was a real issue with these and basically every mercedes in the early 90's. Fortunately the effected years of the r129 chassis were 92-95. This car should be fine as far as that is concerned. If the top cylinders haven't been done then that's an expense you might have to take into account though.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1715966786, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14469244, "authorName": "QMS (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/qms/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "SL500 Bidders\n\nAll vehicles offered by QMS are stored and delivered from our 40,000 square ft. facility in N. Kingstown, RI. QMS works as an intermediary between the Seller and Buyer and provides payment, documentation and vehicle delivery support protecting both the Buyer and Seller. Vehicle sale funds transfer directly from Buyer to Seller. Quonset Motor Sport is a BaT Local Partner.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1715967391, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14469498, "authorName": "QMS (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/qms/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@jsloden\nThe convertible top, hydraulic and switches were serviced in January, 2024 ($5500+). Please see the service history/receipts in the photo gallery and our \"recent services\" review in the comments section this past Wednesday.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1715968835, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14469658, "authorName": "cah3380", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cah3380/", "bidAmount": 7500, "content": "$7,500 bid placed by cah3380", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1715969477, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14469710, "authorName": "R129_Boy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/r129_boy/", "bidAmount": 7600, "content": "$7,600 bid placed by R129_Boy", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1715969646, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14469722, "authorName": "Bnicksr", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bnicksr/", "bidAmount": 7800, "content": "$7,800 bid placed by Bnicksr", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1715969698, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14469866, "authorName": "cah3380", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cah3380/", "bidAmount": 8000, "content": "$8,000 bid placed by cah3380", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1715970134, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14469938, "authorName": "SJBOTT", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sjbott/", "bidAmount": 8500, "content": "$8,500 bid placed by SJBOTT", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1715970412, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14469971, "authorName": "cah3380", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cah3380/", "bidAmount": 9000, "content": "$9,000 bid placed by cah3380", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1715970530, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14469947, "authorName": "QMS (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/qms/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Reminder to bidders. Each new bid will add 2 mins to the auction clock. So last second bids are not a good strategy. It's also important to refresh your auction view to insure that your devices' clock and BaT's are synchronized. \n\nGood luck to all!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1715970532, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14470058, "authorName": "Possiblymine", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/possiblymine/", "bidAmount": 9500, "content": "$9,500 bid placed by Possiblymine", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1715970900, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14470071, "authorName": "cah3380", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cah3380/", "bidAmount": 9800, "content": "$9,800 bid placed by cah3380", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1715970941, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14470094, "authorName": "cah3380", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cah3380/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sold on 5/17/24 for $9,800 to cah3380", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1715971062, "type": "bat-bid-reserve"}, {"id": 14470147, "authorName": "QMS (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/qms/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Congratulations @cah3380, a good buy on a very good car; we'll be in touch.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1715971288, "type": "comment"}]