Even now in 2019 the R230 SL500 is still one of the most beautifully designed cars in the world. The 1950's SL Gulwing is still the king design icon, but Mercedes nailed it with this generation SL. Only a handful of car designs manage to age & retain an elegant beauty which the R230 has done with ease, even now all these years down the track...... it's stunning ! A simple & unfortunate fact though.....deep pockets are required to run one of these timeless beauties........or you could always buy yourself the newer gen SL from about 2011'ish-2019......you know, the one with the pig ugly front...!! Mercedes need to stop trying to tweek the original R230 design & just come up with a brand new SL shape that will stand alone in the way the R230 does, if not the the SL line will simply stop selling.
I always loved that "smile" these old Mercedes make when you look at them from the front. W211 looks mean, the prefacelift C215 looks tired and this R230 looks pretty relaxed :-)
@@glorygiftsglory2771 my Mercedes has 89k miles on it. I have just replaced my struts. $$$ repair my friend. I have had it looked at by 3 different mechanics and each one stated they will not perform the work on it and I eventually settled on going to a dealer to have the repairs done. The used car warranty that I have doesn’t cover struts.
@@DarkWoodElf63213 the abc suspension is the biggest issue with this car. I recommend just removing it and use coil overs. It’s gonna save you a headache
so how does the 7 gears compare with the 5 speed box? i had a car with a 6 speed gear box but it wasn't a merc so couldn't fairly compare from mercs 5 speed.i find the 5 speed to be fine but maybe i don't know what i am missing as i never tried 7g
Hi again , I have the same car and I love it the suspension scares me , so I bought a warranty (expensive ) to cover everything . Is your car still making you happy ?? What is the music you are playing in the beginning , really like Phillip Glass , but this is beautiful . Thank you
Sorry for the delay in responding - make sure the ABC flush is done regularly and you should be OK. There are plenty of reconditioned parts available as well so no need to go to the dealer. Music is www.pond5.com/royalty-free-music/item/65262175-reverberant-arpeggio-corporate-piano-solo-luxury-car-2
MGUY Thank you . Love the wheels on your car , but mine is a bit firm but suppose it’s like that .Need to have it serviced it only has 20k which some say is not good.
if anyone can tell me how to set it to open and close a roof from the key ?? I had that before but after visit it workshop its not working any more. pls help
Even now in 2019 the R230 SL500 is still one of the most beautifully designed cars in the world. The 1950's SL Gulwing is still the king design icon, but Mercedes nailed it with this generation SL.
Only a handful of car designs manage to age & retain an elegant beauty which the R230 has done with ease, even now all these years down the track...... it's stunning !
A simple & unfortunate fact though.....deep pockets are required to run one of these timeless beauties........or you could always buy yourself the newer gen SL from about 2011'ish-2019......you know, the one with the pig ugly front...!!
Mercedes need to stop trying to tweek the original R230 design & just come up with a brand new SL shape that will stand alone in the way the R230 does, if not the the SL line will simply stop selling.
Just bought mine. Great video. Very informative.
I always loved that "smile" these old Mercedes make when you look at them from the front. W211 looks mean, the prefacelift C215 looks tired and this R230 looks pretty relaxed :-)
hahaha.... C215 "looks tired"... mine is positively sleepy... chilled af lol
Thank you, have one ,I love it and it is fun.
This my dream car I hope I can own it one day
Shaggy This isn’t weed I got one from my grandpa for my 17th birthday
Same here!
You can and will brother. With GOD all things are possible
thats a low kms 2004 sl500, what a gem mate. enjoy! just sub.
I just purchased a 2003 SL500 really enjoyable car to drive
any problems yet
@@glorygiftsglory2771 my Mercedes has 89k miles on it. I have just replaced my struts. $$$ repair my friend. I have had it looked at by 3 different mechanics and each one stated they will not perform the work on it and I eventually settled on going to a dealer to have the repairs done. The used car warranty that I have doesn’t cover struts.
@@DarkWoodElf63213 the abc suspension is the biggest issue with this car. I recommend just removing it and use coil overs. It’s gonna save you a headache
Lovely car and gr8 review 👍
Great video very informative I’m thinking of buying the same car.
so how does the 7 gears compare with the 5 speed box? i had a car with a 6 speed gear box but it wasn't a merc so couldn't fairly compare from mercs 5 speed.i find the 5 speed to be fine but maybe i don't know what i am missing as i never tried 7g
Hi again , I have the same car and I love it the suspension scares me , so I bought a warranty (expensive ) to cover everything . Is your car still making you happy ??
What is the music you are playing in the beginning , really like Phillip Glass , but this is beautiful . Thank you
Sorry for the delay in responding - make sure the ABC flush is done regularly and you should be OK. There are plenty of reconditioned parts available as well so no need to go to the dealer. Music is www.pond5.com/royalty-free-music/item/65262175-reverberant-arpeggio-corporate-piano-solo-luxury-car-2
MGUY Thank you . Love the wheels on your car , but mine is a bit firm but suppose it’s like that .Need to have it serviced it only has 20k which some say is not good.
Buying one this weekend
Congrats!
I am looking for an SL or CL I can’t decide which AMG I want just yet. Great Video...!👍
Nice choice to have! CL for comfort and SL for fun. Do you need four seats? Do you want a convertible? Those factors will drive your decision.
Exactly the same position as me, watch the video from the guy at Naples Cars - I’m swinging towards the SL
Beautiful! You should buy a 2006 s600 it's a killer for the price.
Don’t tempt me!
Yea its also a killer for ur wallet
Sl 500 is my next car
My right cup holder opens as well.
Ah interesting. Maybe it’s a regional difference?
Great video!
I've got a 2009 SL550 with 12.5k miles on it.
if anyone can tell me how to set it to open and close a roof from the key ?? I had that before but after visit it workshop its not working any more. pls help
Your battery might be low on your fob. I know that's my current issue.
Also don’t forget to point the end of the key at the little black square on the door handle. Needs to be quite close to work. HTH!
What year is this vehicle?
It was a 2004 model - thanks for watching!
What is the name of piano track?
I just purchased one. No issues for 8k from a private seller.
Enjoy!
Sorry, your car doesn’t have a leather package so aside from seat fronts, everything else is vynil immitation of leather 🤷🏽♂️
cool
Your wife is a lucky woman.
🤔
Typical Mercedes, over-engineer everything, lol.