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4.63 out of 5 stars

Fun - Attitude and Style

Chris45971, 11/30/2004
2005 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class SL500 2dr Convertible (5.0L 8cyl 7A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Only 650 miles thus far. Have not pushed the car any but can tell that the performance is exceptional. Can't wait to pass the break-in and really work it out. An absolute pleasure to drive.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

2005 Mercedes 500 SL

1975goldeneagle, 10/05/2004
2005 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class SL500 2dr Convertible (5.0L 8cyl 7A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Just picked up the car at the factory in Germany. The car handles great on the autobahn at +100 mph. I also own a BMW Z-8, and much too my surprise I enjoy driving this more with the top down.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Just the best!

Rich, 06/17/2005
2005 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class SL500 2dr Convertible (5.0L 8cyl 7A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I've had my SL for nearly a month now. Have not regretted it since the moment I drove it off the lot. Just wish the engine was a little more responsive at acceleration as my former CLK. Pure heaven driving this car! Thinking about it? Go for it!

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Awesome

Millionmax, 11/03/2004
2005 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class SL500 2dr Convertible (5.0L 8cyl 7A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I am loving this car. I have an older S500 sedan, but the precision with which this performs is awesome. The top drops easily and it feels great to drive in any conditions I have met.

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3.75 out of 5 stars

less than great

Gbart, 10/11/2004
2005 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class SL55 AMG 2dr Convertible (5.4L 8cyl S/C 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I have owned my SL55 for just 9 months and have had 4 different problems requiring dealer service from the top not closing completely, to a failed electronic display module, et al. I am disappointed at the low end torque - my 2000 E55 was every bit as good. Cornering is far from "Porsche like" and the car is much too loud when you accelerate heavily. As in all MB's the sound system is just OK. The whole package should be better for $125k large. Killer looks and thats about it. This is my 7th MB and likely my last.

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