As the cars pass 25-30 years, buyers routinely demand paint-meter readings to confirm originality and detect respray or bodywork; readings meaningfully above factory values on quarters and trunk are read as cosmetic paintwork. Common cosmetic flaws include clearcoat bubbling on the deck lid near the emblem and scuffs on the front spoiler.
Original paint and paint-meter verification
Mercedes-Benz SL (R129) · buying