Used 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class SL500 2dr Convertible (5.0L 8cyl 7A) Consumer Reviews
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This would be the best car if it was more reliable
sir_turtle, 08/03/2011
Mercedes-Benz SL-Class SL500 2dr Convertible (5.0L 8cyl 7A)
91 of 111 people found this review helpful
I bought this 4 years old from mercedes dealer in reno. The car looks turn heads EVERYWHERE, Such a pleasure to drive, the 7 speed tranny shifts so smooth that its hard to tell how fast u are going because the power band is so smooth. The suspension creates such a smooth ride that you will notice how different it is then other cars. This has been my absolute fav car to drive, but what a nightmare to own. Battery in the trunk went and cost 300$ for new. you have to go to the dealer for everything because they need to reset the computer or else the car will constantly shut off as a gimmick to get you to the dealer. also suspension valve went and cost $3000 to fix, very common problem
Extremely Happy
Armando, 12/14/2008
Mercedes-Benz SL-Class SL500 2dr Convertible (5.0L 8cyl 7A)
10 of 11 people found this review helpful
I purchased the SL500 from the original with 35k miles. I had a 1998 911 Porsche which I regret selling until I purchased this 2004 SL500. Reasons why: the hard top, the comfort, the sound system, and the look! I would not buy a new one, because of the minor changes, plus the money that I save. It's A great car to buy used because they are very reliable and lots of fun to drive. If you do buy an SL500 get an extended warranty because they become costly as they grow old!
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jecorbin, 09/13/2004
Mercedes-Benz SL-Class SL500 2dr Convertible (5.0L 8cyl 7A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
An awesome machine. Had a 1998 SL500 and loved it. Amazing that Mercedes could improve on an almost perfect car.
2004 in Firemist Red is the way to go…..
Glenn, Dickson, TN, 01/07/2023
Mercedes-Benz SL-Class SL500 2dr Convertible (5.0L 8cyl 7A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I have had the car for three years and it has about 104,000 miles on it. I’m the fifth owner and paid 10 percent of the original sale price (I found the original window sticker in the owners manual). I have experienced the same issues with the Active Body Control suspension as well and decided to delete it in favor of coilovers, the system had not been maintained and it would have cost more then what I paid for the car to correct it plus it is very unreliable. This is not a daily driver so the drain on the “convenience battery” is taken care of with a trickle battery charger. I will say that for a 19 year old car, I get compliments every time I drive it. Everything works on the car, it rides great, 302hp with a very smooth 7 speed transmission and surprisingly comfortable for a 6’2” guy like myself, it’s even easier to get into the car with the top up then my friend’s 2003 Corvette. I will add, do due diligence before buying one, I did not and I had a sick feeling for awhile because of the ABC suspension (the entire front end of the car sat on the ground for a month), also have a trusty mechanic if you do not like working on cars, MB dealership was helpful but expensive for a simple fuse issue the one snd only time that I have had the car in the shop, I now watch a lot of YouTube about working on the car (I.e. I installed the coilovers with my brothers help) Amazingly the navigation is still supported, for a price naturally, but I have opted to change the radio for a touch screen with sync for the phone. It is a beautiful car, over engineered, mechanically sound but understand you are maintaining a $95K+ luxury roadster that is going on 20 years old.
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Happy in Alpharetta, 04/03/2007
Mercedes-Benz SL-Class SL500 2dr Convertible (5.0L 8cyl 7A)
5 of 7 people found this review helpful
Great car. My first Mercedes and my first convertible. Great torque and handling. A real eye catcher. Have only had it for 2 weeks and have had multiple comments on its good looks.