Mercedes: Y129

Introduction of body-colored bumpers, clear turn signals, and rounded side vents. Standardized the more modern 5-speed automatic transmission Second Facelift (1999–2001):

Look at your radiator support sticker or the data card in your service booklet. The three-digit paint code will read 129 (the Y is implied on pre-2000 codes) or Y129 on later decals. y129 mercedes

Designed by Bruno Sacco, the R129 is celebrated for its timeless, "straightforward" lines and wedge-shaped profile. Its aesthetic was so well-received that it remained in production for 12 years with only subtle facelift revisions in 1995 and 1998. Critics and enthusiasts alike, such as those featured by Hagerty , argue the car’s balanced proportions and road presence make it one of the most beautiful roadsters ever produced. Designed by Bruno Sacco, the R129 is celebrated