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MERCEDES-BENZ
SL
(1989 - )
CAR
MODEL:
MERCEDES-BENZ SL (1989 - ) |
TYPE:
2-Door Convertible. |
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RELIABILITY:
Specialised servicing essential, check hood operation repeatedly. Best to get
it checked by a Mercedes specialist if there are any question marks over
service history. |
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HISTORY:
OCT 1989 300 SL, 300 SL-24
and 500 SL Convertibles launched. OCT 1992 600 SL Convertible launched. JAN 1995
All models now have improved immobiliser system and infra-red remote central locking.
JUN 1995 SL320 and SL500 'Mille Miglia' limited editions launched. OCT 1995 Revisions:
all models have side airbags and automatic climate control; SL600 has new 5 speed
automatic gearbox. JUN 1996 Revisions: SL280 and SL320 have 5-speed automatic
gearbox and acceleration skid control (ASR); all models have rain sensor. AMG
SL60 V8 (381 bhp) launched in very limited numbers (not listed). JAN 1997 All
models have 'Brake Assist' emergency braking. JAN 1998 SL320 and SL500 'Special
Edition' models launched (75 of each) launched. JUN 1998 SL280 V6 (193 bhp) and
SL320 (228 bhp) launched with improved specification including metallic paint,
leather seats, heated front seats, electric adjustable steering column and ESP
electronic stability control system. SL500 now has low emission engine, ESP electronic
stability control, Xenon headlamps (also SL600) and boot mounted CD autochanger
(also SL600). All models have 17" 5-hole alloy wheels and 4-spoke steering wheel.
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COMMENTS:
It is really the sports car for grown-ups. Despite its age it still has immense
snob value and status: The ultimate luxury soft-top. Ostentatious it may be but
its still the car that half the world dream of owning one day when their ship
comes in.
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P
e r f o r m a n c e D e t a i l s
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Engine
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BHP
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MPG
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Fuel
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Ins
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Service
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0-60
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Top
Speed
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| 2.8i
24v/6 |
193
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26
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UL
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20
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6/9
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9.5 Secs
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140 m.p.h
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3.0i 24v/6 |
231
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23
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4-Star/UL
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20
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6/9
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8.3 Secs
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143 m.p.h
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3.0i/6 |
190
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24
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4-Star/UL
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20
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6/9
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9.3 Secs
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138 m.p.h
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3.2i 24v/6 |
228
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23
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UL
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20
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6/9
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8.1 Secs
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149 m.p.h
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5.0i 32v/V8 |
308
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22
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4-Star/UL
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20
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6/9
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6.4 Secs
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155 m.p.h
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6.0i 48v/V12 |
389
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UL
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20
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6/9
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6.1 Secs
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155 m.p.h
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