2004 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Research & Reviews

Overview & Reviews

Average Score

4.76/5 Average
122 Total Reviews
This Year's Model Updates:

The V12 SL600 is added to the lineup, while the SL500 gets an industry-first seven-speed automatic transmission and an integrated "Keyless Go" keyfob.

Pros:
  • Seductive style, quick folding retractable hardtop, commendable performance, ride and handling.
Cons:
  • Heavy for a "sports car," limited cargo capacity.

User Reviews:

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  • I love the SL55AMG - 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
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    The SL55AMG is by far the best car in the world. It has then hard top convertible and all the specifcations you can want. The only poor thing is that you cant get in a the charcoal colour. The interior is really comfortable and it has a massage system which is really relaxing.

  • Dream Car - 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
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    The best combination of any car ever built. Its a sports car (use only the manual transmission and the steering wheel metal gear changers); its a luxury car with a sports car or luxury car suspension; it can cruise mildly or attack corners; its beautiful (silver ties whole car together); its a hardtop for foul weather and winter and a convertible - incredible. There may be better cars for any one item but none with this combination at such a high level.

  • SL500 - 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
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    Excellent car in everyway. I have been driving Sls since 1975 and this surpasses them all by a lot. It is a great looking car and handles just as well.Only thing missing is a sunglass holder.

  • Redefining driving excitement - 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
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    This is the car everyone wants with good reason. Prior to taking delivery of my SL55, I drove a Honda S2000 (fun but very basic) and a 2003 SLK32 (too small, horrible steering response). Even with a weight of over two tons, the SL55s 493 horses will pin you to your seatback while surounding you with every conceivable luxury appointment. I drove SL55s at the Homestead-Miami Speedway in Junes AMG Challenge, just to see what this beast could do when fully unleashed. What a rush! Not your typical no-frills sports car, but a lot more fun to drive!

  • SL55AMG - 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
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    This is the best mercedes ever made for public consumption.But I have only driven only 1500 miles.I have driven them all since 1964.

  • mercedes SL55 - 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
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    The most fun to drive of any car I have owned. Fast and functional. This car has everything.

  • Premium Price -Poor Quality? - 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
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    Beautiful car that gets a lot of looks. Fit and finish are right on par with what you would expect from a Mercedes. We have had many problems with the quality of this car: Broken interior panels, faulty anti-lock relay, faulty anti-lock brake pump, broken baffles inside gas tank (had to replace gas tank!). Now the ignition system has just failed. 53,250 miles, and many rented loaners. We are glad to have bought the extended warranty.

  • I Love This Car! - 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
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    Most responsive car I have ever driven. Acceleration is "seamless," with no hesitation at all. It corners like a race car. Taking curves is more fun than a straightaway.

  • Best Car Ive Ever Owned - 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
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    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 Ive literally gotten standing ovations when the top goes down in all its glory!

  • Wake me up... im dreaming... - 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
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    I have always been a diehard beamer. But we decided to splurge when the exact color combo I wanted arrived on the lot. Drives like a dream. Of course, not enough room for all my shopping bags!

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