1996 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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User reviews for 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
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by Brad B
Jul 03, 2024
good car just to expensive to get it to my house logistics speakingJul 03, 2024
by Rudy T
Nov 23, 2021
Perfect nothing missing good price love the car Nov 23, 2021
by Dan H
Sep 07, 2021
My kind of cat. Price, no really. My reach shows that year and model show you are asking top price. Given 4owners and a minor collision, age, and super common exterior collar, the price is too high. Sep 07, 2021
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by Brad B
Jul 03, 2024
good car just to expensive to get it to my house logistics speakingJul 03, 2024
by Rudy T
Nov 23, 2021
Perfect nothing missing good price love the car Nov 23, 2021
by Dan H
Sep 07, 2021
My kind of cat. Price, no really. My reach shows that year and model show you are asking top price. Given 4owners and a minor collision, age, and super common exterior collar, the price is too high. Sep 07, 2021
by Anonymous
Sep 13, 2013
hardly anything bad can be said about this car, great mileage, carefree, low cost maintenance, truly a 4 season car. Avoid pre 1996 production and spend time detailing at least once a year, quality wax treatment, leather treatment with UV additives, wash regularly, replace all parts with original parts.Sep 13, 2013
by Anonymous
May 29, 2012
Awesome car. The 95-97 SL was at the forefron in it's time. A truly enjoyable car to drive and own, regardless of the cost of ownership (whish is still cheaper than a porsche, dancing horse, etc.) I intend to own this vehicle until I see what's on the other side...May 29, 2012
by Brendan B
Oct 05, 2009
A stylish second car. You need somewhere to stow the hard top in the summer. Boot very small and rear seats for small kids only. It is a heavy car which damps acceleration, but is a solid convertible with minimal scuttle shake.Broad tyres and low centre of gravity means it handles well for such a comfy boulevard cruiser. Not for anyone over 6'2" as the knee room is quite limited. Beautifully smooth 6 cylinder engine and imperceptible auto gear change. Even turns heads now at 15 years of age.Oct 05, 2009
by McArthur W
Jul 05, 2009
The acceleration in this car is brutal. My sister was driving my vette and I in the benz and we dusted her! The build quality is typical mercedes BEFORE daimler-chrysler. Pure Daimler-Benz build quality. The exterior appearence is absolutely timeless and beautiful. It was often asked if it was a 2002. Gas mileage was pretty stellar for a 5.0 322hp v8. Repairs on the other hand were typical Daimler-Benz price. 1200 for a convertible top locking cylinder. 1400 for a intake gasket, 1100 for an alternator. But that's about it. It ran like silk and turned heads with the 18'' chrome amg monoblocks. out of 10 for driving and all around feeling this car gives you. I give it an 11.Jul 05, 2009
by Atac A
Jun 26, 2009
performance is great. still too fast, it can make over 200km/h and you feel confident when you are breaking. handling is easy on dry road, rokiees have got trouble if it rains or snows, but TCS helps to control the car easily.
i renew all mechanical parts and i believe that it wont have problem for next 10 years. i had looked for w129 for 6 months and this is one of the best in Turkey. if you are not fanatic you will have trouble because of price of parts and gas milage.Jun 26, 2009
by McArthur W
Feb 15, 2009
The acceleration of this car is solid and linear. I also owned a 1989 corvette and in a race the mercedes owned the vette. I've driven the car up to 145MPH and it was just as stable at 145 as it was at 90. With the hardtop off there was a fair amount of wind noise. Put the hard top on and it transforms the car into a quiet and bank vault like GT. The looks are timeless. I was always asked what year it was and when I told them it was a 1996 they always replied NO WAY! I thought it was a 2002!!! The accentric sweep one windshiled wiper is a cool touch. (I'm easily ammused). Push the red button on the middle console and the top unlatches it's self, the rear window raises up. A hard tonneau cover flips up over the rear trunk and the top disappears down into the car. Depress another button on the dashboard and a rollbar deploys it's self for an added sporty look and safety. I would buy this car again in a HEARTBEAT!Feb 15, 2009
by Bobby S
Sep 11, 2008
Benzie has extremely quick acceleration and has some serious speed...She looks pretty stylish, and turns heads...especially in Hastings. She enjoys having Ashley Eerdmans in the passenger seat cuz she's so darn gorgeous. Benzie likes to go see Ash in GR, race little stock pieces of crap, and old people.Sep 11, 2008
by Anna H
Aug 22, 2008
vrooom vrooom vrooom vrooom vrooom vrooom vrooom...
so so fast big and heavy... V8 power is there any better... mjau mjau mjau... the car is very very nice had 19" wheels and 320 hp... I sold it only beacause it had a drinking problem and had to send it to AAA :-)Aug 22, 2008
by Jon W
Jul 01, 2008
only 400 or so made. they actually had to make the car 4 inches longer to
fit in the v12 engine. Great smooth and nice looking car.Jul 01, 2008
by Anonymous
Jun 07, 2008
I love this fine automobile. It is very fun to drive and handles very well. It has plenty of power for getting into traffic. I like the hardtop/ soft top feature. It has many extras.Jun 07, 2008
by Aaron A
May 18, 2008
You just have to drive it!May 18, 2008
by Anonymous
Apr 20, 2008
Holding off from full review. Only have the car for 2 months, already had problem with Check Engine light and brake lining lights coming up on dashboard. Newly replaced transmission fluid, smell of burnt oil but letting it burn off per mechanic's advice.Apr 20, 2008
by Andy Y
Feb 02, 2008
Panoramic Glass Roof, Climate Control, Cruise Control, Electric Heated Seats, CD Player, Rear Seats, ESP, Power Hood, Walnut Trim, Folding Mirrors and 17" Diamond Cut 5 Spoke Alloys. Feb 02, 2008
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1996 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Pricing
Original MSRP
$78,895 to $122,000Price range
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N/ATrims & specs
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Front side airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: power · Premium Brand: Bose · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Comfort Features
Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: passenger seat · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: Xenon
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated
Roof
Convertible roof: hard top
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Heated: front seats · Upholstery: leather
Telematics
Phone: cellular phone
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Front side airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: power · Premium Brand: Bose · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Comfort Features
Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: passenger seat · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic
Drivetrain
Limited slip differential: rear
Lights
Headlights: Xenon
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Heated: front seats · Upholstery: leather
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Front side airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: power · CD changer: 6 · Premium Brand: Bose · AM/FM radio · Remote CD changer location: in cargo area
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Comfort Features
Shift knob trim: wood · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: passenger seat · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic
Drivetrain
Limited slip differential: rear
Lights
Headlights: HID
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: leather
Suspension
Leveling: self leveling suspension · Suspension control: electronic
Telematics
Phone: cellular phone
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent