My i1991 Mercedes-Benz 500SL is my sixth Mercedes-Benz SL. I have owned five of the 1973 - 1989 SL styles; three 450's, one 280 Gray market and one 560. They were all great cars and I always enjoyed their rides. I trade cars once a year (my weekend car-that is). This is the first of the newer style SLs that I have owned. I tried a 300, but it was way too underpowered. This car only …

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Sacha Prins, 06/10/2003

1992 Mercedes-Benz 500-Class 500SL 2dr Convertible

I recently bought myself a second hand silver-grey '92 500SL Mercedes-Benz as my 'summer vehicle'. I already was a Mercedes fan (reliability) for some years, and since we have a '89 560SL in the family I knew it was a fun vehicle. Well, it sure is! I've been driving it for a couple of months now and I'm very, very impressed with the comfort it provides, especially for a (now) …

500SL The nicest Car I've Ever Driven

DuPre', 05/07/2008

1991 Mercedes-Benz 500-Class 500SL 2dr Convertible

This is without a doubt the best car I've ever owned, and quite the head turner! Fabulous engine with a classic rumble and horsepower to snap your neck! The low end torque is not up to Porsche standards but in a highway run I'd take my Benz! It's got high end power to spare. Passing on the highway is a breeze and only requires a moderate level of nerve. The first thing I did was change …

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Convertible

Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	16 MPG
Cost to Drive	$271/month
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	7.9 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive

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