Used 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Consumer Reviews
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We have a limited number of reviews for the 2001 SL-Class, so we've included reviews for other years of the SL-Class since its last redesign.
Classic Mercedes SL500 Still a Great Value
mike collier, 01/13/2016
1999 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class SL500 2dr Convertible
9 of 10 people found this review helpful
The r129 chassis is considered by many to be the entry for Mercedes into the new age of computer assisted design. Coupled with engineering excellence this model has outstanding comfort, roadholding, safety and looks. Advances in technology have produced more powerful models and styling has changed but the r129 offers superb value when you consider that a low-mileage $100,000 automobile (and that's 1999 dollars!) can be had for less than $10,000. A very capable grand tourer.
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Timeless Roadster, Fun for Everyday
Al_hiFi, 03/06/2006
2001 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class SL500 2dr Convertible (5.0L 8cyl 5A)
7 of 8 people found this review helpful
This roadster is making presence on the road, parking lot or garage. Puts a smile on owners face every time is driven. Abundant performance, whisper quiet with the top down. It feels very safe to be in on the road even when surrounded by SUV's. Hardtop feature is extremely usefull when cold and it improves body flex. Sport package must to have since it makes this car to stand out of the crowd and it helps to keep the resale value. Reliability is far better than new R230. Everything in this car is overbuild for quality, but you pay the price in extra weight and extra $$. Great highway cruiser.
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great car
amf, 02/04/2004
1999 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class SL500 2dr Convertible
7 of 8 people found this review helpful
This is a fabulous car to drive. Lots of fun. Gets a lot of attention. Had a problem with the trunk latch a couple of times, but the dealer was very responsive and took care of it. Other than that, just a really fun car.
Exceptional SL600 (R129 series)
F1 Strategies, 10/12/2008
2001 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class SL600 2dr Convertible (6.0L 12cyl 5A)
46 of 63 people found this review helpful
Exceptional 2001 SL600; purchased pre-owned from a dealer who'd gotten from the orignal owner. Totally stock,black, V12, 275/35 18s in back, 245/40 18s front, only 11,000 miles! Guess it just wasn't cool anymore for the country-club. Built like classic Benz cars were in-the-day. Heavy - more of a GT than a sports car; wonderful to cruise on the highway at any speed. V12 engine with 48-valves is a symphony. 5-speed automatic. Torque like locomotive. Low-down, brooding-and-mean looking, but a total gentleman. Leather everywhere. Wonderful, can border on scary-fast acceleration, but totally controlled Well cared-for examples are known to be reliable if maintained.
"The ONE"
Petruhin, 09/07/2002
2000 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class SL600 2dr Convertible
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
This is the car! this in my mind was the best car ever made by mercedez! its sporty, its luxury and well its gorgeous! the car drives great! the suspention is perfectly regulated for higway driving and city traffic!