Within every pool of special cars, few are attributed the phrase "Holy Grail", and we believe this SL65 to be one of those few. Originally supplied to Ron Dennis (Former McLaren F1 CEO), the car has been specified in a stunning combination and also benefits from the addition of the circa £20,000 Brabus T65S Conversion fitted by Mercedes in 2013. Developed by the renowned German Mercedes tuning house, the conversion enhances the SL65’s already legendary V12 with larger turbochargers, improved intercooling and bespoke ECU calibration, increasing output to approximately 710 horsepower and 1,100 Nm of torque. The result is an even more potent version of an already iconic machine - a rare, brutally fast modern classic that offers supercar performance alongside the timeless presence and engineering pedigree of AMG and BRABUS.

Now firmly established as a modern classic, the R230 SL65 AMG represents one of the defining grand tourers of Mercedes-Benz’s V12 era. Even nearly two decades on, the car retains a sense of occasion that few convertibles can match, with the folding metal hardtop offering the versatility of both coupé and roadster in a design that has aged with remarkable elegance. Inside, the cabin reflects the craftsmanship of a period when Mercedes placed enormous emphasis on build quality and material finish, with rich leather, solid metal switchgear and a reassuringly substantial feel throughout. Today, the SL65 stands as a reminder of a time when AMG’s flagship models combined immense engineering ambition with understated luxury, making well-kept examples increasingly sought after by collectors and enthusiasts alike.