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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  • Fun "Little" Car - 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
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    Silver with the panoramic roof is the way to go for this attention getter.

  • Great - 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
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    Its fun to drive, but too much power.

  • Poser - 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
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    Least reliable vehicle I have ever experienced. Needs frequent, unscheduled visits to repair shop. A cars first priority should be quality and reliability. This car fails in that regard. 500 hp is irrelevant if the car is sitting once again in the dealers repair shop.

  • Love this car - 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
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    Driving it in city traffic is like having a domestic house cat sitting on you lap purring. Drop the hammer on the open road and it transforms into a Bengal Tiger.

  • i love it! - 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
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    i love this car it is fun and looks great. we are so impressed with the model. our friends who have seen the car feel in love with it also!

  • It should Fly - 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
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    I have owned Ferrari, other AMG Mercedes, several SL500s, Corvettes, and I would divorce my wife before giving up this car for any reason. I cant 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?

  • If not so heavy - 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
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    So far so good. Very tight and fun road car. The price paid for safety and features(top,roll bar,..) is its noticeable weight. ABC suspension and smooth and powerful engine compensate darn well. Quite an engineering masterpiece.

  • Cogito Ergo Zoom - 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
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    I have been waiting for this car since I was a boy, when I first saw the 300SL in Cleveland. Everything done well, but I would improve the quality of the interior a wee bit. I know one must consider damage by climatic elements in a convertible, but if the leather shows too much wear, one can always replace it.

  • J.C.s SL - 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
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    An awesome machine. Had a 1998 SL500 and loved it. Amazing that Mercedes could improve on an almost perfect car.

  • Big Change For The Better - 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
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    Our third SL (1991 and 1999) - almost every feature has been imprcved - most notable improvements are ride, noise.handling and styling - Very pleased with this car.

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