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Used 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Consumer Reviews

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4.63 out of 5 stars

2007 SL550

Mike_L, 11/14/2006
2007 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class SL550 2dr Convertible (5.5L 8cyl 7A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

This is my first SL and I love it. The car moves like it's connected directly to my brain. Steering is smooth and responsive. The engine and tranmission deliver loads of power, and braking is firm but well controlled. When you add in the superb fit and finish of the car, the amazing hardtop convertible, some of the sweetest exterior looks on the road, and this car is just fun to drive. Sure, there are a couple of things that could have been designed better, but they really aren't bad they way they are now.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Near automotive perfection

Jerry, 02/01/2007
2007 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class SL550 2dr Convertible (5.5L 8cyl 7A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

I say "near" because the audio and nav system perform and look like equipment several generations old. Programming involves unnecessary steps, the screen is bland with minimal color levels, and it completely washes out in sunlight which obviously is a detriment in a convertible. The system won't even provide street labeling unless fully zoomed in to max detail. The radio functions are only average and sound is mediocre. The system needs more speakers with improved sub woofers and tweeters. To make up for these deficiencies the interior and exterior is a work of art. Coupled with the increased power and improved handling it's near automotive nirvana on a warm Sunday top down drive.

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5 out of 5 stars

Great Automobile

Clint Roy, 05/28/2007
2007 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class SL550 2dr Convertible (5.5L 8cyl 7A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

I traded a '07 Corvette - fully loaded, it was a great American car, but no comparison to my new SL 550. Performance, handling, quality interior and exterior are beyond my expectations. I have had many MB automobiles since my first 1988, this is by far the best.

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4 out of 5 stars

A Lemon?

Pat OBrien, 08/24/2023
2009 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class SL550 2dr Convertible (5.5L 8cyl 7A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful

At a)48K the Suspension Damper needed replacement. b)51K Driver side inside door handle broke. c)51K Motor mounts broke. Cost a+b+c ($1,800+$875+$2,200) $4,875.

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5 out of 5 stars

Experienced Mercedes Man

Alan, 11/24/2007
2008 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class SL550 2dr Convertible (5.5L 8cyl 7A)
4 of 6 people found this review helpful

I have owned several Mercedes in the past. I mostly prefer AMG models over the standard ones. This car is just gorgeous. I could have opted for the SL55 amg or the SL65 AMG, but to be honest they were very expensive. This car is not exactly cheap, but it sure is beautiful!

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