Description
Mercedes-Benz R129 Convertible Top Control Unit
OEM Part Number: 129 820 00 97 , 1298200097
Chassis: R129 (Early Production)
Original factory Mercedes-Benz convertible roof control module removed from early R129 SL models.
This unit controls the fully automatic soft top hydraulic system on pre-facelift 1990–1993 SL models.
⚠ Important: Fits vehicles up to VIN 083890 only.
Verify VIN before purchase.
At Oz’s Garage, we specialize in hard-to-find OEM European classic electronics — not aftermarket reproductions.
🔧 Product Details
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Genuine Mercedes-Benz OEM
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Made in Germany
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Part Number: 1298200097
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Condition: Used
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Fully Tested
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30-Day Functionality Guarantee Extended Optional up to 90 Days Warranty
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Early R129 version (pre-update module)
🚗 Compatible Vehicles (To VIN 083890 Only)
300SL (3.0L M104.981)
1990
1991
1992
1993
Manual & Automatic
500SL (5.0L M119.960 / 119.972)
1990
1991
1992
1993
Automatic
600SL (6.0L V12)
1993
Automatic
⚠ Common Failure Symptoms
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Convertible top stops mid-cycle
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No roof operation
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Soft top warning light
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Pump not activating
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Intermittent roof operation
If fuses, relays, and switch test good — the control unit is often the failure point.
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