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Mercedes SL55 Review, For Sale, Specs, Models & News
Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Models Price and Specs
The price range for the Mercedes-Benz SL-Class varies based on the trim level you choose. Starting at $373,370 for the latest year the model was manufactured. The model range is available in the following body types starting from the engine/transmission specs shown below.
| Year | Body Type | Specs | Price from | Price to | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Convertible | 4.0L, —, 9 SP | $373,370 | $373,370 | |
| 2023 | Convertible | 4.0L, —, 9 SP | — | $401,500 | |
| 2022 | Convertible | 4.0L, —, 9 SP | $342,100 | $393,250 | |
| 2021 | Convertible | 4.7L, PULP, 9 SP AUTO | $275,990 | $317,240 | |
| 2020 | Convertible | 4.7L, PULP, 9 SP AUTO | $260,260 | $299,200 | |
Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Wheel Size
The Mercedes-Benz SL55 has a number of different wheel and tyre options. When it comes to tyres, these range from 255x35 R19 for Convertible in 2008 with a wheel size that spans from 19x8.5 inches.
| Year | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Tyre Size | Rear Rim | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Convertible | 255x35 R19 | 19x8.5 inches | 285x30 R19 | 19x9.5 inches | |
| 2007 | Convertible | 255x40 R18 | 18x8.5 inches | 285x35 R18 | 18x9.5 inches | |
| 2006 | Convertible | 255x40 R18 | 18x8.5 inches | 285x35 R18 | 18x9.5 inches | |
| 2005 | Convertible | 255x40 R18 | 18x8.5 inches | 285x35 R18 | 18x9.5 inches | |
| 2004 | Convertible | 255x40 R18 | 18x8.5 inches | 285x35 R18 | 18x9.5 inches | |
Mercedes-Benz SL55 Q&As
Check out real-world situations relating to the Mercedes-Benz SL55 here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.
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Benz worth collecting
Early Mercedes SLs are already classics, so there's no problem there. The early ones -- 300SL, 190SL and 230SL pagoda roof models -- are now bringing quite high prices on the collector-car market, and while the later models aren't yet commanding the same high prices its a fair bet they will become more desirable as times goes on. If you're interested, I would look for a 350SL or even a 450SL. They are quite affordable and will give you lots of pleasurable kilometres. Most Benzes are reliable and will give untroubled service for years. Perhaps the most important thing is to buy a locally delivered car rather than a recent import. Quite a few Benzes have been brought in from Europe, Asia and the US and these can have problems with rust. I would avoid those and look for a car with a verifiable local history.
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Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Dimensions
The dimensions of the Mercedes-Benz SL55 Convertible vary according to year of manufacture and spec level.
| Year | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Convertible | 1315x1840x4540 mm | 125 mm | |
| 2007 | Convertible | 1315x1840x4540 mm | 125 mm | |
| 2006 | Convertible | 1298x1815x4535 mm | 135 mm | |
| 2005 | Convertible | 1298x1815x4535 mm | 135 mm | |
| 2004 | Convertible | 1298x1815x4535 mm | 135 mm | |
Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Fuel Consumption
The Mercedes-Benz SL55 is available in a number of variants and body types that are powered by PULP and ULP fuel type(s). It has an estimated fuel consumption starting from 13.5L/100km for Convertible /PULP for the latest year the model was manufactured.
| Year | Body Type | Fuel Consumption* | Engine | Fuel Type | Transmission | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Convertible | 13.5L/100km | 5.4L | PULP | 5 SP | |
| 2007 | Convertible | 13.5L/100km | 5.4L | PULP | 5 SP | |
| 2006 | Convertible | 13.5L/100km | 5.4L | PULP | 5 SP | |
| 2006 | Convertible | 15L/100km | 5.4L | ULP | 5 SP | |
| 2005 | Convertible | 15L/100km | 5.4L | ULP | 5 SP | |
| 2004 | Convertible | 15L/100km | 5.4L | ULP | 5 SP | |
