Which Mercedes-Benz R129 should I buy?
When Mercedes-Benz introduced the R129 SL in 1989, it represented a seismic shift in the automotive world. The R107 SL had [...]
A post 86 Signal Red Full House – 300SL, 420SL, 500SL and 560SL all in stock
Launched in 1971, the Mercedes-Benz R107 SL underwent a significant update in 1986. For the last three years of production, Mercedes-Benz [...]
The Market in Brief – A review of 2020 and what to look forward to in 2021
In our last market article (posted December 16th) we discussed the reasons that made 2020 a great year for classic cars [...]
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 [...]
What does 2021 have in store for the Classic Mercedes-Benz market?
Despite the headlines, 2020 was a great year for classic cars. Although there have been less events to attend, from our [...]
A snapshot of a very busy summer
As the end of Lockdown 2 beckons and businesses begin to reopen, here's a brief overview of the cars that we [...]
SL Shop Statement of Intent November 2020
Here at SLSHOP our enthusiasm and passion is not dampened by the weather. No matter what storms arrive on this beautiful [...]
The Autumn 2020 Market Review
2020 has presented an array of challenges, from the obvious (that we won’t discuss here) to adverse weather and a changing [...]
Showroom Update – Eight cars sold and off to pastures new
It's been another exceptionally busy week here at SLSHOP, with no less than six seven Eight cars finding new owners in [...]
The Market In Brief – The Sun Shines on Classic Car Sales
The last time we paused to look at the market was our Spring 2020 Market Review - published 19th February 2020. [...]
We want your 1960s Mercedes-Benz
Over the last 18 months we have been watching a steady climb in the popularity of cars from the 1960s. The Pagoda [...]
Why 1960s Mercedes-Benz cars are more popular than ever
Over the last 18 months we have been watching a steady climb in the popularity of cars from the 1960s. The Pagoda [...]
The Classic SL and the value of value, dividends, enjoyment and pleasure
Our recent posts have discussed things to do during this period of lockdown, and how to have the perfect post lockdown [...]
An SL for every driveway – SLSHOP Showroom March 2020
As the World’s leading Mercedes-Benz SL specialist, we take pride in carefully choosing the cars that adorn our showroom. Throughout 2020 Sales [...]
Market Review – Spring 2020
If the confusion and uncertainty of 2019 was keeping buyers from buying then it has most definitely subsided, witnessed in a marked increase in enquiries and conversations around high calibre classic cars. There is a real buzz in the market, an excitement that seems to be felt across the board.
A question of colour – SLSHOP Showroom February 2020
As we start to hope for warmer weather (although it's utterly freezing as we type) here's some of the latest showroom offerings to warm your anticipation of the season to come!
Mercedes-Benz R107 listed as ‘one to watch in 2020’ by experts
What are the Top 10 Cars to Watch in 2020? (According to Classic Driver)
Market Review – Autumn 2019 – Pagoda SL Special
In this special edition of the Market Review, we are concentrating purely on the Pagoda - the W113 SL of 1963 to 1971.
Market Review – Spring 2019
As March gives way to April and April slides into May, one by one, car covers are removed, garages opened and another [...]
Market Review – Autumn 2018
SL Shop founder Sam Bailey takes a look at the market at the tail end of 2018.
Market Focus – The Mercedes-Benz W140 Coupe
In a world where there are so many huge and almost toxically unattractive modern cars, the W140 saloon and C140 coupe are looking more and more attractive.
Mercedes-Benz SL R107 Buying Guide
BUYER’S CHECKS Buying a good R107 SL can be a very rewarding experience. Buying a bad one can leave a hole in [...]