Mercedes SL 350

[junglie]

Good afternoon,

I am after a ‘new’ convertible.

We have had a number before including Z4s, E46 330ci, TVR, TR6 etc.

Initially started looking at the E89 but then shifted to SLK 350 and then to SL 350.

This one interests me:

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/2024101753...

We think 2 seats but would possibly go back to 4 to take the kids occasionally. Thinking hard roof so I can leave it outside if needed (all the others have lived in the garage) and I want something that works so a 16 year old SL might be silly!

However, they look great, are supposedly built well and will be comfy and refined.

Am I being stupid or is this a good model?

If stupid, what else?

Thanks.

[ZX10R NIN]

The thing with all 350's is that up until the end of 2008 beginning of 2009 they could suffer balancer shaft issues, going for a 59 plate onwards should see you clear that potential hurdle:

https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202411186...

[junglie]

Good point.

I thought the 2008 onwards SLs did not suffer but it seems not.

I just love the interior colour!

[ZX10R NIN]

It really is I do love a contrast interior 3008 was when they started to adress it but I know of 58/09's that have gone so I always advise 59 onwards.

I will say the number of engines that suffered this was small but it is a potential issue.

[junglie]

I’m wondering if the facelift (circa 2012) SLK 350 is a more sensible bet?

[ZX10R NIN]

They're a good pick.

[jamesbrady50]

If the dealer can share the VIN you can check online

https://www.mercedesmedic.com/check-my-mercedes-be...