1991 Mercedes-Benz 500SL | Glasgow, East Dunbartonshire

A 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500SL, from the R129 generation of the SL roadster, known for its long bonnet and relaxed grand-touring manner. The fabric roof folds away hydraulically beneath a tonneau cover, and the model could also take a detachable hardtop. A concealed rollover bar sits behind the seats, ready to deploy if the car senses a roll. This car is black with a grey interior, a sober pairing that looks smart and understated in front of a lens. The 5.0-litre engine gives it an unhurried, smooth pace, and the steeply raked windscreen and smooth flanks keep the profile clean with the roof up or down. It seats two. Advertising, fashion and editorial shoots can use the black paintwork and clean lines, which give a polished backdrop for clothes and products. With the roof down, driver and passenger are in clear view, which suits music videos and events, while its early-1990s luxury look sits well in period-set film and TV. Weddings and personal hires are covered too, as an open-top arrival. The car is based in Glasgow, East Dunbartonshire.