SHOULD YOU PURCHASE & IMPORT AN SL600 SIGHT-UNSEEN?
SLSHOP’s craftsmen have a reputation for creating exceptional cars that are ready to be driven, admired by passers-by, and cherished across [...]
HOW TO CHOOSE A MERCEDES SPECIALIST?
Owning a classic car can be a daunting experience. You may find yourself asking, who do I take my car to? [...]
Common Mercedes R129 SL Issues: Episode 1
Introducing Callum Harkness - R129 SL guru and veteran SLSHOP employee: Callum is our lead R129 SL technician. Callum has [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
Meet Bruce, SLSHOP Director, SL connoisseur and the font of all SL knowledge
Bruce Greetham is well known to SLSHOP customers, and to the wider Mercedes-Benz community. As an avid Club Member, Concours Winner [...]
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 special [...]
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, this very high [...]
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 some [...]
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 call [...]
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.
R129 SL Alternatives – 1989
Join us as we delve into 1989 with a full wallet and a thirst for an automotive adventure.
Rust Prevention from The SLSHOP
British, French and Italian cars used to oxidise between MOTs... How do you protect your pride and joy from the elements?
The Evo Triangle in a Mercedes-Benz SL500 R129
An iconic road in an iconic classic car. Don't be a hatchback hooligan, do it properly...
Buying an R129 SL – What to look for
Attractive, capable, usable and fast appreciating. Here's our rundown of what to look for when buying an R129 SL.