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How fast is a Mercedes SL 500?

How fast is a Mercedes SL 500?

155 mph
With 383 hp, the naturally aspirated 5.5 Liter 32v quad-cam V8 gasoline engine accelerates this SL 500 to 62 mph in 5.4 seconds and on to a maximum speed of 155 mph.

What is a 1999 Mercedes SL500 worth?

**Figure based on a stock 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL500 valued at $15,600 with OH rates with $100/300K liability/UM/UIM limits. Actual costs vary depending on the coverage selected, vehicle condition, state and other factors.

How much horsepower does a SL500 have?

302 hp @ 5600 rpm
Used 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class SL500 Specs & Features

Engine
Cam type Single overhead cam (sohc)
Cylinders V8
Horsepower 302 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque 339 lb-ft @ 2700 rpm

What engine is in the SL500?

This dwarfs BMW’s 12 cylinder 5.0l engine (1989 – 1994) which only has 296 HP and 332 ft-lbs of torque. The SL500 accelerates smoothly and brutally at any speed. Acceleration comes from torque, not horsepower. The horsepower advertised by sub-six-figure vehicles has much less to do with acceleration than torque.

How much is a SL550?

Mercedes-Benz SL 550 The SL 550 has a starting price of $114,700. It comes with a 449-horsepower V8 engine.

Which is the best model of Mercedes?

The 10 Best Mercedes Benz Models of All Time

  • Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Gull-Wing Coupe.
  • Mercedes-Benz 300D Adenauer.
  • Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.
  • Mercedes-Benz G-Class.
  • Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG.
  • Mercedes-Benz 190SL.
  • Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR.
  • Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Coupe.

What is the difference between SL500 and SL550?

The biggest difference is to count the slats. The SL550 has only three, while the SL500 has four. The slats on the SL550 have chrome fronts while the SL500 slats are dull silver throughout. The Mercedes star seems different, but that’s because the SL550 shown has distronic radar cruise control.

How many R129 are left?

Mercedes built 204,000 R129s, but there are fewer than 4,000 of any model left on UK roads today, and for most models the numbers are way below 100.

Is the Mercedes SL a supercar?

With the AMG GT moving towards the role of a hardcore sports/supercar, the SL will become sportier than ever, but we can still expect a broad range of engines to feature, including a version of the 3.0-liter straight-six engine with EQ Boost hybrid technology, the brand’s 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 engine, and a hybrid …

Is SL550 a good car?

The Mercedes-Benz SL550 Reliability Rating is 2.0 out of 5.0, which ranks it 22nd out of 30 for luxury fullsize cars. The average annual repair cost is $1,055 which means it has poor ownership costs.

How much is a 300 SL Gullwing worth?

The car, a 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300SL Gullwing, is one of the most sought after on earth. Prices range from $500,000 to $2-million.

What are the problems with the Mercedes SL 500?

Tap the to learn more about the most common Mercedes-Benz SL500 problems. The engine may stall when the engine is warmed up. The AC compressor may seize resulting in loss of cold air from the AC vents. There have been some issues reported with the electric sliding doors. Ignition switch failure may cause the car to stall or fail to start.

What is a Mercedes – Benz SL?

Mercedes-Benz SL-Class. The Mercedes-Benz SL-Class is a grand touring car manufactured by Mercedes since 1954. The designation SL derives from the German Super-Leicht, (English: Super Light).

What is a Mercedes 500?

A magnificent high-performance sedan. Road & Track (US), Issue 5/1992: ‘The 500 E is a magnificent high-performance sedan that’s heavy on the visceral. It looks right (low slung, intimidating, but not showy, like the AMG Hammer or Mercedes’ own 600 SEL). It sounds great (nothing beats the thunder of a big V8).