SL65 AMG

[Rags]

Hello,

I saw an SL 65 AMG yesterday, got taken out in it and was absolutely blown away by it.

It was a 2005 model and I am now seriously tempted.

I currently have an e90 m3 saloon and was wondering the ball park figures for these cars?

It appears that 2004/2005 cars at at about £45 - £50k but then as you get newer they get gradually more costly.

Also, any current owners want to give me any pointers and things to look for?

I have a buyer for my car, so it could be all systems go pretty soon.

Thanks

R

[markbe]

Rags said:

Hello,

I saw an SL 65 AMG yesterday, got taken out in it and was absolutely blown away by it.

It was a 2005 model and I am now seriously tempted.

I currently have an e90 m3 saloon and was wondering the ball park figures for these cars?

It appears that 2004/2005 cars at at about £45 - £50k but then as you get newer they get gradually more costly.

Also, any current owners want to give me any pointers and things to look for?

I have a buyer for my car, so it could be all systems go pretty soon.

Thanks

R

Hi Rags, I would start with full merc history'ed original car.
Ring the servicing agent check all is up to date.
Make sure it has a new MERC mot. Make sure everything works, hood, a/c, sat nav,
all functions of the seats, distronic,etc. Check front discs and pads [£2000].
Best extras are pan roof and keyless go, oddly extra when new.
Let us know how you go on.

Mark.

[Rags]

Thanks for the input.

Another question, is the 65 worth the extra over the 55?

[markbe]

Rags said:

Thanks for the input.

Another question, is the 65 worth the extra over the 55?

WELL- 605bhp = 493bhp and a lot higher spec when new.
A small matter of £145000 = £95000ish.
0-150mph = 19sec or 0-150mph 24sec
Money-wise £10-15000????
Are you a petrol-head? if so its the 65.
Don't forget 605bhp is Not enough; see Kleemann and upgrade + derestrict and
join us at the next VMax.

Mark.

[Gouki]

Never driven a 65, but own a 55.

To make a 55 'equivalent' to a 65 you likely need:

65 wheels £1200-£2500
LSD ~£3000
DMS ~£2500
Front bumper ~£1200
etc....

I think you catch my drift, and it'll all be worth nothing come resale on a 55.