2004 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Consumer Reviews
Fuel Economy
14 - 17 mpg
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(114 Total Reviews)
Leg room
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 5 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class SL55 AMG 2dr Convertible (5.4L 8cyl S/C 5A)
Review
The car handles well, I gave up a 650i I am 6,5" and had a lot more leg room than the SL gives. More color choice and wish the seat would go back even more. Overall love the car
Favorite Features
Power and style
Suggested Improvements
Allow the drivers seat to retract more and allow the seat to go further back
It should Fly
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 5 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class SL55 AMG 2dr Convertible (5.4L 8cyl S/C 5A)
Review
I have owned Ferrari, other AMG Mercedes, several SL500's, Corvette's, and I would divorce my wife before giving up this car for any reason. I can't wait to go to work in the morning to drive down the winding grade I live on top of, and going up is just as exhilarating. This is the best car I have ever owned. I also own the S550 and never drive it....why would I?
Favorite Features
I love the engine, plain and simple! I love that you can drive this car in traffic without seeming bogged down at low RPM's. The gearing is perfect for a daily driver.
Suggested Improvements
Better stereo. And a CD changer that can be loaded through the dash. Other than that, I cant think of a thing
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
New to the fold
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class SL500 2dr Convertible (5.0L 8cyl 7A)
Review
Great car. My first Mercedes and my first convertible. Great torque and handling. A real eye catcher. Have only had it for 2 weeks and have had multiple comments on its good looks.
Favorite Features
Retractable hard top. Really cool and very minimal wind turbulence with top down.
Suggested Improvements
Nav system is pitiful. Out dated and really clunky to use. Needs improvement ASAP.
3 out 3 people found this review helpful
All About The Experience
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 5 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class SL55 AMG 2dr Convertible (5.4L 8cyl S/C 5A)
Review
I bought the car new and have driven in all types of conditions. It is the most amazing car I have owned and I have owned a lot! It is a sports car, racing car, convertable (Of course), city car, road car, sedate car or beast depending on what you ask it to do. It is stealty because its little brother the Sl500 or SL 550 is common and other drivers assume that is what you are driving until you turn on the speed. What a surprise in their eyes through your rear view mirror! This car is a total experience - fun. Only caution is "it eats tires." If you want performance expect to change them every 5,000 miles or so. Performance not important, why did you buy this car?! I want a Ferrari599F1 next
Favorite Features
The total driving experience - plain out fun!
Suggested Improvements
After driving 24,000 miles: None - honest!
2 out 2 people found this review helpful
Worth the splurge
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class SL600 2dr Convertible (5.5L 12cyl Turbo 5A)
Review
Great car. Great finishes. This car will certainly grab the attention of others, especially if it's the V12.
Favorite Features
Electric retractable roof. Wood accents. Sound system, gauges, multi-function computer, comfy ride for a roadster.
Suggested Improvements
Navigation system needs some serious upgrades, including a touch screen. When dropping $140k, this navi system is absolutely unacceptable. It's more form than function and takes entirely too long to enter a destination. Transmission could use some improvements too.
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
Best Car I've Ever Owned
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class SL500 2dr Convertible (5.0L 8cyl 7A)
Review
I have thoroughly enjoyed this car. Have owned 3 BMWs and Alfa Romeo Spider, the last year in the US and on and on and there is nothing like the head turning luxury and performance that you find in this automobile. I am amazed every time some kid pulls up next to me on the highway in some souped up car at how much guts this car has on the open road. Sounds good, and I've literally gotten standing ovations when the top goes down in all its glory!
Favorite Features
The top, performance
Suggested Improvements
Little quicker off the line performance or 0-60
My Sweet Silver SL500
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class SL500 2dr Convertible (5.0L 8cyl 7A)
Review
It's luxury, comfort and fun all in one car. It's a head turner and I get this all the time "nice car!"
Favorite Features
Convertable top retracts so fast. The massaging and airconditioned seats are awsome. Talk about luxury!
Suggested Improvements
Can't think of one.
Loving my '05 SL600
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class SL600 2dr Convertible (5.5L 12cyl Turbo 5A)
Review
i have not yet put on 1000mi., but this is simply the most wonderful car I have ever driven. This car is an "iron fist in a velvet glove". It is smooth, silky, solid, and fast to drive. This black beauty is beautiful to behold, top up or down. This happens very quickly. The seats are comfortable, yet firm. Whether it's a trip to the store, or a cruise up north for a 100 miles, I can't wait to drive it.
Favorite Features
Folding hardtop, looks, luxury feel, solid safe feel. Unlimited power and speed at the tip of your toes. Wind turbulence almost non-existant with top down. Makes me feel like a kid again!
Suggested Improvements
I wish it were available for $20 grand instead of over $100. Then everyone could share in this joyful experience
0 out 1 people found this review helpful
It's worth the love/hate aggravation
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 6 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 6 |
| Fuel Economy: | 5 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class SL55 AMG 2dr Convertible (5.4L 8cyl S/C 5A)
Review
I absolutely love this car! Many times in the past year, I've hated it, too. I've had numerous dealer visits ranging from minor adjustments all the way up to replaced superchargers. My dealer always takes care of me! It's way over-engineered, but again that's what I thrive on as well. There's something great about driving literally the fastest, best handling car on the road, and then there's that level of AMG exclusivity too...I attended the Ultimate AMG Challenge Fall '04 in Germany and was fortunate to meet the one technician who assembled my car's engine.
Favorite Features
The throaty screaming exhaust sound, especially in traffic -it's fun to scare the people next to you.. Distronic, the radar adaptive cruise control. I love this car's stability characteristics --you can't wreck it! It's like a gyroscope with the most predictable handling characteristics.
Suggested Improvements
Give me a choice for XM Radio rather than Sirius, Ventillated/Massaging seats that actually work. Install the best sound system that money can buy. Copy Lexus in terms of navigation system, climate control, and build quality control.
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
Sophisticated Supercar
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class SL600 2dr Convertible (5.5L 12cyl Turbo 5A)
Review
Unbeatable combination of luxury, performance and practicality. Beautiful but does not attract unwanted attention. Comfortable,quiet and smooth, totally reliable (so far). Easy access to local dealer service (nearest Ferrari, Aston, or Bentley dealer is 100 miles away). Was considering Porsche Turbo but dealer wanted me to make an appointment to drive owner's used turbo, rather than the new one I wanted on the lot.
Favorite Features
Retractable hardtop provides topless enjoyment with coupe security. Effortless rocket sled accelleration. Outstanding brakes and excellent handling, although not as agile as Porsche 911.
Suggested Improvements
COMMAND is useless. Go all aluminum and lose 500 lbs.
5 out 10 people found this review helpful
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