Following-up to a legend,
It's not easy to be the successor to a legend but the engineers at Mercedes-Benz clearly pulled it off.
The vario roof, designed by Bruno Sacco was already a big hit in the SLK so chief designer Steve Mattin kept it for the R230. This Brit was responsible for the S-Class, ML and the legendary SLR. He gave the SL a modern twist and a first glimpse of the car could be seen during the 2001 Hockenheim GP. Everybody wanted an SL after launching this rounder version of the icon.
The one and only Swiss owner of our version thought exactly the same when the Facelift version came out. Knowing what kind of gem he had, he kept this SL500 in new condition. This R230 has a full Mercedes-Benz service history, is still in first paint and was a garage sleeper.
This SL500 has the 388 horsepower V8 engine, a lot sportier than it's predecessor. Combined with the Active Body Control, this car is stable in every corner. The aluminum body parts made the SL 50 kg's lighter, making sure this was the sportiest SL to date. The great thing about an SL is that it's sporty AND comfy, a combination that is hardly found with any of it's competitors. More information on our website!
Active suspension / damping system (Aktive Body Control / Magic Body Control) |
Automatic air-conditioning system (Thermotronik) Air conditioning (variants) |
Automatic transmission - (7-speed) Automatic transmission - variants |
Interior mirror and exterior mirror left with automatic dimming |
Metallic paintwork |
Tire pressure warner |
Audio navigation system: autopilot system APS COMAND |
Automatic transmission - variants |
Bi-xenon headlights Headlight leveling control Headlight washer system (headlight washer system) |
CD changer |
change year with code 807 |
comfort seats front (incl. ventilation, seat heating) |
Cruise control with distance control / Distronic Plus |
Exterior mirror electrically folding |
Keyless-Go starting system and central locking system |
Light alloy rims |
Parktronic system PTS (front and rear) |
Preparation mobile phone |
Roof liner Designo (Alcantara) |
Sound system |