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We have a limited number of reviews for the 1996 SL-Class, so we've included reviews for other years of the SL-Class since its last redesign.
Die hard 4
Nishan, 07/30/2008
1994 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class SL500 2dr Convertible
27 of 27 people found this review helpful
This is my 3rd MBZ, one of the best, I love it and I intend to keep it as long as I live. Has 210,000 miles now. Engine runs very quiet and smooth. The soft top just gave up. At the same time some electronic parts and sensers are started giving up. All the aging problems surfaced when we had 110 F temperature days this year. I know what the problem was and need to be fixed but the MBZ test unit never found the problem, the tester always reports as no issue, it is like taking the car in and getting back unfixed. Anyway I told the mechanic just change the part I pointed out and that was it. Runs like a champ, no more heat related malfanction. I want to get at least 300,000 miles life.
AS GOOD AS IT GETS!
alan, 09/12/2009
1995 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class SL500 2dr Convertible
21 of 21 people found this review helpful
Had this for a year. After investing for minor items [about $3,000] it is a new car. The lines are timeless. Great performance at any speed. Rides like a magic carpet. This is one great vehicle. No regrets.
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6 month toy
duck, 02/18/2003
1995 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class SL500 2dr Convertible
16 of 16 people found this review helpful
The looks this car gets are off the charts, but they come at a hefty price. I only drive my SL500 6 months a year. Therein lies the problem; already expensive cost of ownership, exacerbated by spreading the costs over only six months. That said, I still keep it, and wait for the spring to bring nice weather. The thrill of hitting the accelerator on this 300+ HP beast is beyond compare. Driving with the top down on a nice day is one of the finest auto experiences around. Then, pulling into valet parking of a crowded cafe or club is bound to stroke the ego of any redblooded American male.
Best Mercedes I have owned
Roger M. Gray, 04/20/2008
1994 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class SL500 2dr Convertible
15 of 15 people found this review helpful
Since 1976 I have owned 8 Mercedes. The first was a 1976 450 SL and the latest being a 2005 E320. I currently own a 1994 SL500 as well and really love it. It is the best car I have had to date. It current has a bit over 125,000 miles on it and the only thing I have had to do to it was rebuild the transmission and replace the soft top. The engine still has a lot of get up and go. It is not as strong as the new SL's (2004 as an example). It probably needs some tender loving care. Of the 70's 90's and newest body styles I really like this body style (129) the best. It has class and character. I would really would recommend this car to anyone.
My SL320
Joan Ortlepp, 07/23/2003
1996 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class SL320 2dr Convertible
13 of 13 people found this review helpful
This is my 5th Mercedes. Have had an older 230SL, 2 diesels and my most recent large sedan 300SE. Have sold my 300SE and Miata convertible and combined the features of both in SL320. This car is fun to drive, very comfortable and quick (even though it is only a large 6 cylinder). I got the SL320 because it had the same engine as my 300SE.