1977 Mercedes-Benz SL 450SL review from North America
"No kids! This should be your baby"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Transmission had to be rebuilt at 222,000 miles.
Power steering hoses and mechanism replaced twice in two years.
General comments?
Real good looking car that will never be outdated. In the 70's it was a car for the rich and famous movie stars: Bobby Ewing from "Dallas", Jonathon Hart from "Hart to Hart". Today, even though they keep their value extremely well, they are affordable.
I had back speakers fitted into the board behind the drivers seat and a CD changer in the trunk. Favourite summer time activity - cruising in style with the roof down, tunes playing, having the time of my life. Everyone should experience this.
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| 320,000 miles! |
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| Luxury ride for 1/10 the cost! |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1977 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 4.5L V8 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 220000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 241000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Mustang |
| Date of Entry | 26th January, 2002 |