Stunning classic Mercedes that’s one of eight ever made is set to fetch massive money at auction
A RARE classic Mercedes that is one of eight ever made is heading to auction.
The 1982 Mercedes 500 SL AMG 5.0 is being sold by RM Sotheby’s and it’s thought it could go for as much as $200,000.
You might be familiar with Mercedes-AMG cars – they’re the fastest and most focused Mercs you can buy.
Today there’s a whole range of AMG models to choose from in all shapes and sizes, but it wasn’t always that way.
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AMG was originally a separate car tuning business, which Mercedes took a 50% stake in back in 1999 before buying it completely in 2005.
This Mercedes SL is from before that time and only eight of these AMG-fettled cars were ever made and delivered to the US.
This car is the first of that run to be built and delivered.
They had an uprated 276hp V8 engine, a five-speed manual gearbox and stiffer suspension and a limited-slip differential for better cornering.
AMG also added BBS alloy wheels and figure-hugging Recaro sports seats.
You needed deep pockets back in 1982 if you wanted one of these cars, as they were hugely customisable.
The car’s advert reads: ‘A rare and intriguing model with a passionate following, examples are fiercely sought after today for their incredible looks, wonderful driving dynamics, and equally impressive performance.
‘With pre-merger AMG cars increasing steadily in cachet and collectability, this notable 500 SL 5.0 five-speed example is a rare find that will surely command attention wherever it lands next.’