Overview & Reviews
In addition to more powerful engines, slightly quicker steering and various styling tweaks (that include a revised grille, front airdam and taillights), the 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class lineup is graced with the introduction of a 50th Anniversary Edition SL550 to celebrate five decades of this classy roadster.
- Heavy for a "sports car," fussy audio and navigation controls, limited cargo capacity.
User Reviews:
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Trendsetter - 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
By Edmund - July 27 - 12:20 amExcellent sports car with that extra bit of luxury that set this vehicle apart from and ahead of the competition. I just love driving it, be it on the road going to and from work or at the race- track.
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More fun than allowed - 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
By flblondie - November 26 - 9:03 amThis is my second Benz. The sl is fun, fast and better mpg than the manufacturer states - if I dont feel the need to pass everyone on the road (hard to do!) Im getting consistently 24+ on the highway. Dont hesitate. Get one.
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Great ride - 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
By Rocket - October 7 - 9:16 amI just bought this SL550 for my wife. What a beautiful car. She wanted a sports car and I would not let her drive my Z8 :-) This car is such a nice all around car. It had about 8K miles on it and is 2.5 years old and like another mentioned about 50% of initial MSRP. It was a certified MB so we got a additional 2 year 50K warranty on top of the existing warranty. The car is built like a tank and has plenty of power. It is no Z8 but a much better every day car and tourer and quite the luxury cruiser. We could have spent $60K on a new Corvette GS or the same on this TT&L and it was a no brainer.
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Near automotive perfection - 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
By Jerry - July 6 - 4:36 pmI say "near" because the audio and nav system perform and look like equipment several generations old. Programming involves unnecessary steps, the screen is bland with minimal color levels, and it completely washes out in sunlight which obviously is a detriment in a convertible. The system wont even provide street labeling unless fully zoomed in to max detail. The radio functions are only average and sound is mediocre. The system needs more speakers with improved sub woofers and tweeters. To make up for these deficiencies the interior and exterior is a work of art. Coupled with the increased power and improved handling its near automotive nirvana on a warm Sunday top down drive.
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The Jekel and Hyde of sports cars - 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
By William Edwards - January 24 - 11:26 pmDue to its active suspension (ABC) it can cruise like a S-class but it stiffens up for almost no lean in the fun twistees and corners-Amazing! The transmission senses when you need punch and adjusts to your driving style by the second-a great feature since your driving reactions can be so dynamic in todays crazy traffic. You can adjust the way the car handles from comfort to sport (including ride height) with a push of a button. The 7 speed auto- transmission can also be changed from comfort to sport for that all-out sports car performance. Great V8 engine- very smooth but has incredible low range torque and all the power you might want.
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Great car still has a few computer bugs - 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
By bob - January 15 - 4:53 pmMy 2007 is a much better vehicle than my 2003SL. While the styling is similar, the new 7 speed transmition is fabulously smooth, the additional horsepower of the 550 vs. the old 500 is very noticable and the handling greatly improved. Also improved is the breaking which has eliminated the annoying "cluncking" sound and hesitation experienced in the 2003. Still a problem seems to be the computer system operating the ABC (active body control system). It was a constant problem with my 2003 and unfortunately has once more shown up on my 2007. The car was in the shop for 2 weeks while the computer part was flown in from Germany. Aside from this one electrical problem, the car is fantastic.
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A Balance Between Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde - 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
By TC - August 4 - 12:23 amI never would have paid the MSRP for this car new, but as a 2 year old lease return with less than 15K for 50% of MSRP, it seemed reasonable. The balance of performance and luxury/comfort is very impressive. Its very comfortable as a luxo- cruiser, but only a short throttle stab away from a rear-end sliding beast. Ive had BMWs and S-version Audis before, and this time I looked at used AM Vantages (poor warranty) and M6s (sorry - just not very attractive), and considered 911s as well(yes, its more of a sports car), but as a daily luxo driver in urban traffic that is still capable of lots of hard-top down, rip-snorting fun, this is a very tough car to beat....especially for 1/2 off!
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sl550 saved my life - 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
By megaautoparts - December 24 - 10:53 pmI bought my 2007 sl550 with 3800 miles on nov 5 2009 on nov 6 2009 I was hit head on by an accelerating Jeep Cherokee that turned into my lane across a double yellow line, car was totaled but I walked away with some disc and whiplash injuries. There is no doubt this car saved my life, I traded a 2004 Corvette and a 2005 slk350 to get this sl550. If I was in any other car I would have been killed. There is no doubt this car saved my life, I am buying another one and will never buy any other car. Thank you Mercedes for your build quality and crash worthiness.
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The Perfect Drop Top - 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
By Sg5845 - March 24 - 1:36 pmI have owned my SL 550 for about 18 months so I have driven it in all conditions. I have to say it is absolutely the finest car I have ever owned. When the top is up, it is as quiet as they come. I often conduct handsfree conference calls in it and people think I am at the office it is so quiet. When the top is down, oh man, it is awesome. The car is plenty fast in the SL550 trim but if you need a rocket ship, go for the SL55 or 65. But be careful, learn how to drive a car with that kind of power! The ride is smooth and acceleration is excellent. I live in a big city where the interstates are competitive. I have all the power I need in this car. I would highly recommend it!
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Second SL55 AMG - 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
By 4ocious - December 28 - 10:36 amAfter driving an 06 SL55 AMG I traded my fully optioned and modified 04 CLK55 AMG for this fully optioned car with the 030 Performance Package. I had it less than a month when it was totaled on 12/31/08. I am so impressed by this car I bought an 07 SL55 AMG with the 030 and all options after the insurance claims were settled. For comparison I tested the 09 Shelby GT500KR, 09 Chev Corvette Z06, 07 BMW 650i convt, 08 BMW 550 Sport and an 08 SL550 Sport. I even considered an 08 CLK63 Black Series. Personally, I think the SLs are great cars that can do everything very well. Although it is not as nimble as my previous 03 BMW M5 and 02 M3 its still my 1st choice. Its stablemate is a great 05 E55.
