Used price:
£7,732 - £45,350
PROS
Powerful engines, quality interior, strong residuals, more efficient engines
CONS
Not as fun to drive as some rivals, vague steering, expensive servicing costs
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Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Reviews
All the latest information on Mercedes-Benz's SL-Class range. Read expert and owner Mercedes-Benz SL-Class reviews, including full performance figures, running costs, practicality, safety and handling statistics and options data. Browse the photo gallery and get accurate pricing for any Mercedes-Benz SL-Class.
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Older reviews
Convertible (3 reviews)
2012 - 2020
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2002 - 2011
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Used price: £1,785 - £14,662Read full review
PROS
Sleek and purposeful styling, effortless performance, coupe feel with roof up
CONS
Expensive to buy and run, 2008 facelifted models not as elegant
1989 - 2002
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Used price: £0 - £0Read full review
PROS
Status; quality
CONS
SLK is prettier, less costly and less pretentious
Saloon (1 review)
2002 - 2011
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Used price: £3,594 - £16,600Read full review
PROS
Stylishly understated, storming performance, wonderful engines, metal folding roof
CONS
Incredibly expensive to buy and run, extortionate servicing costs
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