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Used 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Convertible Consumer Reviews

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4.88 out of 5 stars

SO RIGHT!

ALAGWC, 03/20/2005
1999 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class SL500 2dr Convertible
14 of 14 people found this review helpful

I purchased the car with under 10K miles, have only driven 4K in first year. Everything works and it is a blast to drive. Gorgeous car turns heads, great stereo, rock solid feel. Just wish the seats were more comfortable -- not terrible, just not terrific.

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5 out of 5 stars

awesome, awesome car!

Brian T., 09/12/2004
1999 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class SL500 2dr Convertible
12 of 12 people found this review helpful

I got mine 4 months ago. Absolutely awesome car. Bought it with 47K miles on it. Everything works perfectly. Timeless classic design. I get an unbelievable 22 mpg, with using cruise control a lot. I live in Florida, and comute about 25 miles to work. We also have a Mazda Protege, and the car insurance on the SL, is only $7.50 more per month than the Mazda. :-)) If this is the car that you are longing for, go for it! You will not be disappointed! Mine is red with shell interior. An awesome color combination. The ride is a little bit stiff like on most of the German cars.

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3.13 out of 5 stars

1999 sl 500

dissatisfied, 10/25/2005
1999 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class SL500 2dr Convertible
44 of 49 people found this review helpful

Although a fun car to drive, the quality and workmanship leaves a lot to desired. Surprisingly good gas mileage for this car. The chassis bolts had to be retightened after 45K miles. the knobs on the vents broke off. the plastic cover around the sun visors have broken and oil leaks from this area???? Trunk must be opened with key 75% of the time because the button in the car and on the key doesn't work. speed control lever fell off. Driver door arm rest disfigured just by resting arm on it. Part of grille fell off (not caused by accident). Replaced water pump at 55K miles. glove box opening mechanism broke. Didn't have as many problems with my old Ford Pinto.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

CLASSY PERFRORMANCE

RAB, 10/25/2002
1999 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class SL500 2dr Convertible
9 of 9 people found this review helpful

THIS IS A VERY BEAUTIFUL, COMFORTABLE, ROADSTER WITH PLENTY OF POWER. NO MECHANICAL PROBLEMS AND PLENTY OF COMPLIMENTS. HANDLES EXTREMELY WELL WHEN YOU CONSIDER ITS WEIGHT, AND ITS WEIGHT TRANSLATES INTO A GREAT RIDE.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

A Fine Automobile

scottison, 05/08/2004
1999 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class SL500 2dr Convertible
8 of 8 people found this review helpful

Purchased a Sport model with all options (except panorama roof). Absolutely love this car. It drives like a dream, is extremely solid, and its style is aggressive while classic. I recommend a Sport model -- the AMG accents and wheels give this car a "muscular" look that finishes it perfectly.

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