What kind of hydraulics does a Mercedes R129 use?
R129 SL-Class 90-02 There are 15 products. Rebuild/Upgrade Service for convertible top hydraulic components on Mercedes R129 models 280SL, 300SL, 500SL, 600SL, SL320, SL500, SL60, SL600, SL73. Top Hydraulics’ cylinder rebuild service is widely known as the best possible option, even if you are an excellent Do-It-Yourselfer.
What kind of transmission did Mercedes SL500 have?
Some packages were called “AMG,” but lack the engines and real hardware of the 2003 and newer AMG model cars. From 1990 – 1995 the SL500 used a boring hydraulic 4-speed transmission. It was boring because it didn’t usually downshift when punched.
When did the Mercedes SL500 R129 go away?
They used a little less fuel than the first four speed automatic SL500s. By 1996 the new 5 speed transmission increased the fuel economy of the V8 SL500 to within 1 or 2 MPG of the SL320, thus the SL320s went away in 1998. Today you can get a beater early 1990’s 300SL for about $10,000.
When did Mercedes SL500 body style come out?
This R129 body style SL500 was made from 1990 through 2002. It was called the 500 SL from 1990 – 1993.
What kind of suspension does a Mercedes 500SL have?
I just received a 1991 500sl from Japan, it appears to have hydraulic suspension (extra reservoir under the hood, and an extra button next to the headlight switch). The car has no shock absorption whatsover – it appears to be riding on the springs. I’m guessing the hydraulic suspension is not functioning correctly.
Can You rebuild top hydraulics on a Mercedes R129?
Rebuild/Upgrade Service for convertible top hydraulic components on Mercedes R129 models 280SL, 300SL, 500SL, 600SL, SL320, SL500, SL60, SL600, SL73. Top Hydraulics’ cylinder rebuild service is widely known as the best possible option, even if you are an excellent Do-It-Yourselfer.
What’s the value of a 1990 Mercedes 500SL?
**Figure based on a stock 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500SL valued at $11,800 with OH rates with $100/300K liability/UM/UIM limits. Actual costs vary depending on the coverage selected, vehicle condition, state and other factors.
How many hydraulic cylinders are in a Mercedes Benz convertible?
Unlike anyone else, Top Hydraulics replaces and upgrades all port seals (where the hoses go in). Full set of vario roof cylinders consists of eight hydraulic cylinders excluding the roll bar related cylinders. You send in your cylinders first for rebuild/upgrade service.