Overview & Reviews
Sirius Satellite Radio is a no-cost option, and run-flat tires are now available. The bi-xenon headlamps now include corner-illuminating foglamps, and the optional AMG sport package gets a new 18-inch wheel design. A tire-pressure monitor is now standard on all roadsters. The SL600 loses its integrated telephone, but gains the formerly optional Keyless Go and heated steering wheel as standard equipment.
- Seductive style, quick-folding retractable hardtop, commendable performance, ride and handling.
- Heavy for a "sports car," limited cargo capacity.
User Reviews:
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Best Luxury Roadster/Boulevardier - 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
By roadster - December 13 - 9:53 pmPro: Best car I ever owned. Real head turner. Myriad positive comments. Quiet, smooth ride. Solid body: no squeaks, rattles, groans, shakes, or shudders. Awesome, smooth power with great engine sound. I never brake for corners. Good trunk space. Cons: should come with all-season tires, not summer. Bose sound system mediocre: not much volume or bass. Lots of interior wood-trim not in-cluded and absurdly expensive on the aftermarket. No door- ding strips- standard on C class. Headlight and taillight trim rings are not included. Grille and louver fins painted grey instead of chrome plated. No chrome trim on bumpers. Wheels are painted instead of plated.
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Nice. - 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
By Michael - December 5 - 2:46 pmI got the 2006 SL500 in Feb 2006. I am really a Jaguar person, having owned three so far, but at the time Jaguar would not even quote a price for the new XK, and I was able to get a good deal on the Mercedes. Well, the car is nice, but certainly not thrilling. Perhaps the SL55 would have been better for me. I consider the wonderful 7 speed automatic transmission to be the cars forte. It seems to be just in the right gear at all times. I keep the transmission setting in "sport" mode. The AMG package with the steering wheel paddles is a nice touch and I like the optional panorama roof. I must say, no car I have ever owned has attracted so much interest. My clients always ask how I enjoy it.
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Nice but still unreliable - 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
By Robb - August 16 - 10:13 amTo purchase a 100+k car, you would think that it would be devoid of cheap plastics. Think again. Im also hearing fluctuations in the engine idle already, and I havent broken 7K miles yet. Yes, its still the status symbol to have, but one that is not as well put together as Id hoped. Im going back to the SC430 before I take an even bigger hit with depreciation. If I listen quietly enough, I can hear the dollar bills dripping under the car.
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The Best SL Yet - 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
By Jimmy - June 24 - 1:23 amThis is the third SL I have owned, having purchased new a 1986 and a 1996 now my 2006, which by the way I still own all three. All three cars are completely different, However the 2006 is by far my favorite. It has all the features I need and more. I love being able to have a hardtop with the convertable ability. The 2 previous cars were a little difficult at times. I had to park the hardtop for the summer with a 2 person process of on or off. The look is beautiful. I have to say though all three are beautiful.
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Purchaser of Used 2006 SL55 AMG - 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
By Bob Conrad - March 1 - 2:42 pmBuying this car at 10 years old is a bargain among bargains. Having been overbuilt in every way by M-B, then made even better by AMG, I honestly cant believe I am driving a car of this caliber. And besides all that, it is an absolute joy to drive. The SL55 is a high-end muscle car, its a gorgeous, top-end sporster/roadster, and its a highway blaster like no other. (Think mind-bending acceleration and V8 sounds of a modern Mustang or Camaro, but the build and technology of a top-end German masterpiece). I truly cherish every moment behind the wheel of this beautiful automobile. As for some of the down comments posted here, I would say "lack of instruments" is part of this cars wonderment, not a downside. For example, last night I received a "please add one quart of crankcase oil" instruction on the dash readout. And so I will, today. If there is a problem, this car knows it and tells the driver before it needs to be determined by symptoms or gauges. This is my "fun car" and not a daily driver, although I have already driven it 6,000 care-free miles in 9 months. I do hear of service issues and the previous owner of this one shows some of them in his thorough records, but Ive been most fortunate to have nothing more than a tire go flat (nothing to do with the car). Aside from a quart of oil, Im hoping to make it to the ten thousand mile service before anything goes wrong. PLEASE NOTE (as I have): When you buy a car of this caliber (remember, this is the SL55 AMG (not the SL500), its not going to be cheap to maintain. Despite its classy lines and luxury feel, THE SL55 AMG IS A SUPERCAR. The only difference here is that most folks drive these as every day drivers and are surprised when service costs are high. Despite its feel of being a great every-day-er, its far beyond that. I would suggest the SL500 if you want an amazing every day car. Less issues likely, and do you really need to get to 60 MPH in under 5 seconds? Me... I love the beautiful sound of that AMG motor and the overall AMG tuning. I got in for cheap, so some higher maintenance costs will be okay by me if they keep it on the road. I built them into the budget :)
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Luxury Coupe, Super Car, Highway/Boulevard Cruiser - 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
By Da Bob - February 20 - 11:28 amBought my 2006 in 2016 for $25,000, hence my giving it 4 stars for value. Didnt give 5 b/c it aint cheap to fix! But gawd almighty, the thing is built like a tank, drop-dead gorgeous, and can goes like a bat outta heck-on-fire!!! And, even at 4,000 pounds, it take curves like a top-notch sports car and yet rides like a dream. Even at 11 years old, the car has reasonably up to date technology like the Keyless Go system and parking sensors to name a couple. No bluetooth or USB, but I couldnt care less about all that. When I am behind the wheel of this beautiful beast, that;s all I need for entertainment - - and Im not taking calls while Im savoring my SL55! Of course this review is written from the perspective of the car being my plaything, not a daily driver. By the way, even if the maintenance is high, where else can you find a beautiful, $130,000 German super-luxo-coupe for under $25,000? And even if it costs a couple or three thousand - or even five - to keep in top shape and gremlins away each year, the cost to own something this special for a few years is quite low relative to what you are driving.
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Wish I Hadnt Leased It! - 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
By josephus - January 16 - 9:03 pmGreat car! Comfortable, smooth, quick and gorgeous. Prior MB was an AMG SLK. Faster than the SL but not nearly as comfortable or luxurious. We leased the SL and wish wed bought it. The 39 month lease is up this year and the purchase option is outrageous. Dont like the looks of the 09 nearly as well as the 03 through the 08. About the only thing we dont like (other than a very poor radio and non-intuitive controls) is the cost of routine maintenance. For the price of this car MB should include routine maintenance as BMW/Audi do. Were hoping the 10 model returns to the more classic style of the 03-08. If so, well buy one this time.
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SL600 - Yes! - 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
By JohnS - December 26 - 11:23 pmFun, fun, fun to drive. Good handling, nice looking. it gets lots of looks. A true, comfortable, sports car.
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Outstanding Mercedes - 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
By MAYOR88 - September 30 - 8:33 pmMy father bought this car and I simply fell in love with it. The interior design is just beautiful and the exterior is head turning gorgeous.
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Acceleration with music - 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
By Alf Erickson - July 15 - 3:06 pmThe machines near 500 horsepower combined with its sophisticated sound system (with Sirius radio)means that you never have to go home, if you dont want to.
