Used 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class SL500 2dr Convertible (5.0L 8cyl 5A) Consumer Reviews
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Perfection
Bruce E. Cook, 10/08/2003
Mercedes-Benz SL-Class SL500 2dr Convertible (5.0L 8cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
German engineering has reached the ultimate level. The Mercedes 500 SL in the 2003 model comes as close to perfection as is possible. After driving this car for ten months, I believe that this is the finest car I've ever owned. Every aspect of the automobile is a thrill to look at and to drive. It has the look and the feel of what a $100,000 plus car should have for the owner. Well worth the price.
looks only
relfamily, 11/08/2003
Mercedes-Benz SL-Class SL500 2dr Convertible (5.0L 8cyl 5A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
reliability's very disappointing. on a monthly basis there is some small problem, which so far the excellent service dept. of this dealership was able to correct. but then there are some problems they cannot handle since it relates to the mechanical design of this car. we all know the low profile tires allow the rims to get nicked very easily ( there is a pending classaction suit ) the body flexes and there are noises from the roof latches and other parts of the car which MB have no idea how to correct. all in all this was a poor investments and u can get a better car for half this price. sorry MB but no wonder u are nbr 29 on the list of JDP..
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Red
TommyA931, 09/12/2008
Mercedes-Benz SL-Class SL500 2dr Convertible (5.0L 8cyl 5A)
4 of 7 people found this review helpful
This is my 7th red SL in 25 years, so I'm pretty well pre-sold. I really loved my '97 SL500, but the 2003 is really a joy, and no more messing with the tops. On a 50+ mile trip at 65MPH it clocks better than 24MPG, goes to 15-17MPG when "romping" on it, but hey, that's why we buy red sports cars, isn't it? The CD-based NAVI stinks compared to my 2007 ML AMG, but you can't get lost in an SL anyway. As always, gets lots of eyeball, and is fun to drive! I've also owned Porches and Jags, but like the SL best. Worth every penny!
More than just a pretty face
stem, 11/08/2002
Mercedes-Benz SL-Class SL500 2dr Convertible (5.0L 8cyl 5A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
I was drawn to this car by its looks but am more impressed by its performance. For me it strikes the perfect balance between a sports car and a luxury car. I use to think BMW was the ultimate driving machine. I do not think that any longer
SL 2003
Harry R. Culp, 07/19/2004
Mercedes-Benz SL-Class SL500 2dr Convertible (5.0L 8cyl 5A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
I love my SL, but the one thing I miss is room in the trunk.