Is the Mercedes-Benz SL500 a good car?
The Mercedes-Benz SL500 has presence. No matter the neighborhood, an SL is a sign of good taste. It is an expression of conspicuous consumption. The SL500 is something of a paradox, however. It is big and heavy and offers a luxurious ambiance, but its stance is one of sportiness.
What kind of suspension does the Mercedes SL500 have?
The SL500 has a fully independent suspension, with strut-type setup up front and a five-link design at the rear. It is abetted by the Mercedes-Benz Electronic Stability Program (ESP), which takes anti-lock braking and traction control one step further.
What did the Mercedes Benz SL look like in 1999?
The Mercedes-Benz SL is dominated by an expansive hood leading down to a grille accented by a giant three-pointed star. The styling has been revised for 1999: New SLK-style mirrors, body-color door handles and side molding, new taillights, a new rear valence and a new tailpipe design all give the SL models a sportier stance.
What does ESP do on a Mercedes SL500?
It is abetted by the Mercedes-Benz Electronic Stability Program (ESP), which takes anti-lock braking and traction control one step further. ESP, standard on the SL500 this year, momentarily applies the brake on one wheel whenever understeer or oversteer is detected by a central computer using various motion and wheel speed sensors.
Where can I buy a 1999 Mercedes SL500?
Gateway Classic Cars of Philadelphia is presenting a 1999 Mercedes SL500 for sale in Philadelphia. The SL500 also known as the R129 was sold by Mercedes from 1989 till 2001. This SL500 finished in More Info › Vintage overland trucks offer the ultimate balance of style and capability. Check out these emerging classics for sale on Autotrader.
The Mercedes-Benz SL500 has presence. No matter the neighborhood, an SL is a sign of good taste. It is an expression of conspicuous consumption. The SL500 is something of a paradox, however. It is big and heavy and offers a luxurious ambiance, but its stance is one of sportiness.
The SL500 has a fully independent suspension, with strut-type setup up front and a five-link design at the rear. It is abetted by the Mercedes-Benz Electronic Stability Program (ESP), which takes anti-lock braking and traction control one step further.
It is abetted by the Mercedes-Benz Electronic Stability Program (ESP), which takes anti-lock braking and traction control one step further. ESP, standard on the SL500 this year, momentarily applies the brake on one wheel whenever understeer or oversteer is detected by a central computer using various motion and wheel speed sensors.
What’s the price of a 1999 Mercedes Benz SL?
An alternative to the $82,695 SL500 is the $130,095 SL600, which is powered by a V12 that makes 389 horsepower. (Prices include $595 destination charge and Federal Gas Guzzler taxes – $1,000 for SL500, $2,600 for SL600.) The Sport Package is available for either model.
What does check engine light on SL500 mean?
A check engine light can indicate a broad spectrum of problems with your 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL500. In some cases you need to pull over immediately to prevent damage while in others you merely need to tighten you gas cap next time you stop in order to reset the service engine soon light.
What kind of engine does a 1998 Mercedes SL500 have?
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