2003 Mercedes-Benz SL500 Designo Launch Edition at No Reserve

This 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL500 is a Designo Launch Edition example that is powered by a 5.0-liter V8 linked to a five-speed automatic transmission and is finished in Designo Silver Metallic over Charcoal Nappa leather. Features include a power-folding hardtop, bi-xenon headlights, 18″ Avior wheels, heated and ventilated seats, a Bose sound system, and COMAND with navigation. The seller purchased the car in 2020 and has since added approximately 5k of the 77k indicated miles. This R230 is now offered with the owner’s manual, two keys, a clean Carfax report, and a New York title in the seller’s name.

Approximately 2,000 Designo Launch Editions were produced for the first model year of the R230 chassis, and all were finished in Designo Silver Metallic. Exterior details include a power-folding convertible hardtop, bi-xenon headlights, fog lights, dual exhaust outlets, and fender air vents. The seller notes a cracked trim piece.

The 18″ Avior wheels are mounted Michelin tires. The car features Active Body Control (ABC) suspension as well as an Electronic Stability Program (ESP) and Automatic Slip Control (ASR). Curb rash on the front wheels is shown in the gallery.

The cabin features heated and ventilated multi-contour seats upholstered in Designo Charcoal Nappa leather, while walnut wood trim accents the center column and door panels. Additional amenities include a black Alcantara headliner, dual-zone automatic climate control, cruise control, a Bose sound system, and COMAND with navigation.

The wood- and leather-rimmed steering wheel frames a 160-mph speedometer, a tachometer, and gauges for coolant temperature and fuel level. The digital odometer indicates 77k miles, approximately 5k of which were added under current ownership.

The 5.0-liter M113 V8 was factory rated at 302 horsepower and 339 lb-ft of torque.

Power is sent to the rear wheels through a five-speed automatic transmission.

The Carfax report is free of accidents and other damage.

The New York title carries “Exempt” and “Vehicle Over 10 Year Old” notations under the Odometer Reading section.