Used 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class SL500 2dr Convertible (5.0L 8cyl 5A) Consumer Reviews
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It's all about appearances.
berwanger1, 04/21/2009
Mercedes-Benz SL-Class SL500 2dr Convertible (5.0L 8cyl 5A)
15 of 16 people found this review helpful
This is the most beautiful car I have owned...really turns heads. Interior would score equally high but for the use of too much hard, cheap plastic. Handling and power are just okay, hampered by the excessive weight of the car. Problem is, such a striking exterior design and the high price raise expectations of super performance and quality materials. Not the case. Leather is cracking and discoloring. Paint seems thin; chips easily Also, lots of noise coming from under the car, like gears whining, bearings grinding, yet everything is okay. Noise level is unacceptable in car of this rank. Dealer service has been great, but parts are ridiculously expensive. Not a great drive.
SL500 is a dog
sally, 02/02/2007
Mercedes-Benz SL-Class SL500 2dr Convertible (5.0L 8cyl 5A)
20 of 22 people found this review helpful
3 years and 20K miles of nothing but trouble. brakes and battery/electrical problems constantly. Been towed in 4X. Gave up on it so it now looks great sitting in the garage!
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This Car is incredible
bigmirsh, 05/03/2005
Mercedes-Benz SL-Class SL500 2dr Convertible (5.0L 8cyl 5A)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
Imagine a car that has everything one could ask for. This car was built for someone who wants a daily driver that is fun as hell and fits like a glove. Driving this car is like eating the perfect meal.
Looks good. But thats it.
WritrguyLA, 11/26/2003
Mercedes-Benz SL-Class SL500 2dr Convertible (5.0L 8cyl 5A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
In the shop every month since I bought it. Too many electronic features I guess, because something is ALWAYS breaking. And speaking of brakes, be ready to replace them within the first year. And its not covered. And the ride is not sporty, its more luxury.
Style and performance
Michael altman, Myrtle Beach, SC, 06/29/2016
updated 12/29/2016
Mercedes-Benz SL-Class SL500 2dr Convertible (5.0L 8cyl 5A)
15 of 17 people found this review helpful
If you have the 18 sport wheels with performance tires they will only last about 10,000 miles in the tears. Every where I go with this car it's still a head turner for a 2003 with a style that will always look new. Update 70,000 miles abs light came on and checked fluid it was low, added fluid OEM and all is good, thought I might need pump but I believe due to heat evaporation there was some loss. Added jdm front tower strut bar for less flex, k&n air filters with improved power and saved gas by 4 mpg. Lowering links dropped car 2 1/2 inches. Now will be installing new exhaust! Truly a great driving machine and a head turner!
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