I would like to upgrade also, but when you do, do you lose the MB cup holders?
Is there an upgrade that keep the MB cup holders?
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2008 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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Following a design refresh in 2007, the Mercedes-Benz SL-Class receives only a couple of minor updates for 2008. The SL-Class two-seat roadster has a long history, dating back to the mid-1950s, and remains one of the automaker's most popular and coveted vehicles. For 2008, the SL-Class consists of four trims, including the SL550, the SL600, the SL55 AMG, and the SL65 AMG. The SL550 receives a new 18-inch wheel design this year. In addition, Mercedes adds premium Nappa leather to the optional Trim Package for the SL550 for '08.
The SL-Class displays a low, sleek profile, with an elongated hood and a two-piece retractable hardtop, which folds down in just 16 seconds and stows in the 10.2-cubic-foot trunk, reducing cargo space to 7.2 cubic feet. The SL-Class's prominent nose, with the Mercedes-Benz three-point star firmly planted in the center of the grille, features a low front apron flanked by dual foglights. Hunky 18-inch and 19-inch wheels give the SL-Class an aggressive appearance.
A range of powerplants, including both V8 and V12 engines, drive the SL-Class roadsters to impressive levels of performance. The SL550 jumps out from 0 to 60 in 5.3 seconds, thanks to its 5.5-liter V8 engine, which generates 382 hp and 391 lb-ft of torque. The engine links to a seven-speed automatic transmission with the Touch Shift manual shift feature, and posts fuel economy numbers of 13/21 mpg.
For the SL600 roadster, a 510-hp, 5.5-liter V12 bi-turbo engine provides exhilarating power. The V12 generates an impressive 612 lb-ft of torque, and drives the roadster from 0 to 60 in 4.4 seconds. It links to a five-speed automatic transmission specially designed to handle the increased torque. Paddle shifters mounted on the steering wheel enable drivers to shift manually. The V12 posts fuel economy numbers of 11/18, according to EPA estimates.
At the top of the line, the limited-production AMG-tuned SL55 AMG and SL65 AMG roadsters come equipped with hand-built engines. The SL55 AMG sports a supercharged 510-hp, 5.5-liter V8, while the SL65 AMG houses a hefty bi-turbo 6.0-liter V12 generating 604 hp and an eye-popping 738 lb-ft of torque, making it one of the most powerful convertibles available today. The V12 propels the SL65 AMG from 0 to 60 in 4.2 seconds. Like the V12-powered S600, the SL65 comes equipped with a five-speed manual transmission designed to channel all that torque and direct it to the rear wheels. The SL65 posts fuel economy numbers of 11/18.
The SL-Class delivers exceptional sports-car handling, thanks to such features as Active Body Control, which adjusts the suspension at each wheel to reduce vibration, dive, and squat, and uses a series of sensors and high-pressure hydraulics to minimize body roll during cornering. The AMG versions come equipped with tighter suspensions performance-tuned by technicians at the AMG shop in Germany.
The interiors of the SL-Class roadsters provide a wide range of creature comforts, including hand-fitted leather upholstery, Burl Walnut or Black Ash wood trim, 12-way power-adjustable heated front seats, premium Harman Kardon digital surround-sound audio systems, 6-CD/DVD changers, dual-zone climate control, and Bluetooth with enhanced voice control. A 40-gigabyte hard-drive-based in-dash navigation system also comes standard. In addition, the SL600 includes multicontour seats with triple lumbar support, heated and active-ventilated front seats, a panorama roof, and the Airscarf feature, which blows warm air down the necks of the driver and passenger to extend the top-down driving season. The SL600 also includes a 4-gigabyte Music Register, which enables owners to store digital music and rip CDs to the in-car hard drive. The SL55 AMG and S65 AMG include such unique features as AMG leather sport seats with side bolsters, an ergonomic sports steering wheel, an AMG sport-oriented instrument cluster, and AMG brushed stainless-steel sports pedals with black rubber pads for grip.
Standard safety features include side-impact head/thorax airbags, which protect the heads and upper bodies of occupants, and a driver's-side knee bag. Antilock brakes, traction control, an electronic stability system, and brake assist also come standard. The SL600 includes the Parktronic parking-assist system, while options for the SL-Class include the Distronic Adaptive Cruise Control system, which monitors the vehicle ahead and adjusts the speed of the vehicle to maintain a pre-set following distance.
User reviews for 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
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by Edward W
Jul 09, 2024
I have owned three SLs over the years. Great driving vehicles. Very solid. Jul 09, 2024
by Dennis W
Mar 29, 2024
This car is a good value with the number of miles that it has.Mar 29, 2024
by Anonymous
Oct 29, 2023
El auto no estaba en las condiciones tal como se veía en línea y la atención del personal fue descortés, desinteresado y despota Oct 29, 2023
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by Edward W
Jul 09, 2024
I have owned three SLs over the years. Great driving vehicles. Very solid. Jul 09, 2024
by Dennis W
Mar 29, 2024
This car is a good value with the number of miles that it has.Mar 29, 2024
by Anonymous
Oct 29, 2023
El auto no estaba en las condiciones tal como se veía en línea y la atención del personal fue descortés, desinteresado y despota Oct 29, 2023
by Marcus D
May 10, 2023
Great car with all the features you expect from a luxury model. May 10, 2023
by Dennis F
Mar 18, 2023
big scratch on hood ... nagigation screen broken ... inside was dorty and beaten up.Mar 18, 2023
by Robert J
Feb 12, 2023
I like the car but the power steering pump was making so much noise that I could not hardly hear the engine so they told me it needed to be replaced but it doesnt say that in the ad the pump alone is $2,400 but I still like the carFeb 12, 2023
by Peter W
Jan 30, 2023
It is a great car for the price, but its full of expensive to fix technology. Like excellent ABC hydraulic suspension, and the roof mechanism that can have various glitches. Lots of stuff that can go wrong. But Im going to buy one anyway. It is a really Nice Grand Turing car!Jan 30, 2023
by Marvin R
Jan 03, 2023
Great value but some issues with the ABC ACTIVE BODY CONTROL..had to spend $37 from Mercedes for the fluid and they knew it was making noise.. and may be leak in the system dont know yetJan 03, 2023
by James P
Aug 05, 2021
I did the research and the price is more than fair.Aug 05, 2021
by Ken K
Mar 08, 2021
This car is about optimizing the driving experience. Enjoy the ride!Mar 08, 2021
by Anonymous
Mar 08, 2021
Beyond me how someone could pretty much trash this expensive model, seats torn, windshield cracked, bumper cracked, paint poor and the car was dirty over all. The dealership was great but this is a parts car.Mar 08, 2021
by John W
Aug 14, 2020
For the right buyer, these are 5 star cars. They are well engineered (understatement). Well executed with high quality materials and components. The challenge is that several of the systems are complex and exotic, which means, a major problem if there is an issue. The ABC suspension, the retractable top just to name two, can require long repair times and thousands of dollars (up to $11000 for the suspension) and no guarantee the repair fixed the actual problem. If a buyer can do the repairs, these are probably the best car you could find for the least invested. For the person that needs a shop to do repairs, well, I hope you have a strong heart and lots of money.Aug 14, 2020
by Kyle C
Oct 23, 2014
Mercedes out did their selves this time one amazing ride. Transmission is so smooth you can't feel it shift. Acceleration is instant not hurky jerky break your neck fast but put you in your seat rocket take off fast. Hardtop convertible can not be beat. The elegance of this car is breathtaking.Oct 23, 2014
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Can you upgrade 2008 MB SL550 Command Unit for a modern receiver?
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Repair showing up as an accident on vehicle history
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2008 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Pricing
Original MSRP
$95,300 to $187,200Price range
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Air Conditioning
Active charcoal air filtration · Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Driver knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags
Audio System
CD changer: 6 · Single disc in-Dash CD · Premium Brand: Bose · AM/FM radio · Remote CD changer location: behind seat · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Surround audio: 5.1 · Total Number of Speakers: 8
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 13.0 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.8 · Rear brake width: 0.4 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Center console trim: wood · Dash trim: wood · Door trim: leather · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: wood · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Cruise control: adaptive · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Easy entry: power steering wheel · Memorized settings: steering wheel · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 2 · Power activated trunk/hatch: open and close · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: paddle shifter · Storage: cargo tie-down anchors and hooks · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 12
Headrests
Front headrests: power adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: Auto on
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 12
Roof
Convertible rear window: glass · Convertible roof: with wind blocker · Sunroof: sliding sunshade
Safety
Parking sensors: front and rear
Seatbelts
Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Upholstery: leather · Ventilated: front
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim type: aluminum alloy
Suspension
Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: multi-link · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear · Suspension control: electronic
Telematics
Navigation system: DVD navigation system · Phone: hands free · Satellite communications: TeleAid
Tires
Profile: 40 · Speed Rating: Z · Type: performance · Width: 255
Tires and Rims
Wheels: aluminum
Wheels
Width: 9.5
Windows
Front wipers: rain sensing · Power windows: remote operation
Air Conditioning
Active charcoal air filtration · Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Driver knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags
Audio System
CD changer: 6 · Single disc in-Dash CD · Premium Brand: Bose · AM/FM radio · Remote CD changer location: behind seat · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Surround audio: 5.1 · Total Number of Speakers: 8
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 14.2 · Front brake width: 1.3 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.0 · Rear brake width: 0.9 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Center console trim: carbon · Dash trim: carbon · Door trim: wood · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: carbon fiber · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Cruise control: adaptive · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Easy entry: power driver seat · Memorized settings: side mirrors · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 2 · Power activated trunk/hatch: open and close · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: phone · Storage: cargo net · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 12
Headrests
Front headrests: power adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: Xenon
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: reverse gear tilt
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 12
Roof
Convertible rear window: glass · Convertible roof: with wind blocker · Sunroof: sliding sunshade
Safety
Parking sensors: front and rear
Seatbelts
Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: sport bucket · Heated: front seats · Passenger seat power adjustments: reclining · Upholstery: premium leather · Ventilated: front
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim type: aluminum alloy
Suspension
Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: multi-link · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front · Suspension control: electronic
Telematics
Navigation system: DVD navigation system · Phone: hands free · Satellite communications: TeleAid
Tires
Profile: 35 · Speed Rating: Z · Type: performance · Width: 255
Tires and Rims
Wheels: alloy
Wheels
Width: 9.5
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Power windows: remote operation
Air Conditioning
Active charcoal air filtration · Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Driver knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags
Audio System
CD changer: 6 · Single disc in-Dash CD · Premium Brand: Bose · AM/FM radio · Remote CD changer location: behind seat · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Surround audio: 5.1 · Total Number of Speakers: 8
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 14.2 · Front brake width: 1.3 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.0 · Rear brake width: 0.9 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Center console trim: wood · Dash trim: wood · Door trim: leather · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Cruise control: adaptive · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Easy entry: power driver seat · Memorized settings: passenger seat · Multi-function remote: proximity entry system · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: paddle shifter · Storage: cargo tie-down anchors and hooks · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 12
Exterior Features
Rear trunk/liftgate: power operated
Headrests
Front headrests: power adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: Auto on
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: integrated turn signals
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 12
Roof
Convertible rear window: glass · Convertible roof: remote operation · Sunroof: sliding sunshade
Safety
Parking sensors: front and rear
Seatbelts
Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: reclining · Upholstery: premium leather
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim type: aluminum alloy
Suspension
Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: multi-link · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front · Suspension control: electronic
Telematics
Navigation system: DVD navigation system · Phone: hands free · Satellite communications: TeleAid
Tires
Profile: 40 · Speed Rating: Z · Type: performance · Width: 255
Tires and Rims
Wheels: aluminum
Wheels
Width: 9.5
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Power windows: remote operation
Air Conditioning
Active charcoal air filtration · Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Driver knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags
Audio System
CD changer: 6 · Single disc in-Dash CD · Premium Brand: Bose · AM/FM radio · Remote CD changer location: behind seat · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Surround audio: 5.1 · Total Number of Speakers: 8
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 15.4 · Front brake width: 1.4 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 14.2 · Rear brake width: 1.0 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Center console trim: leather · Dash trim: leather · Door trim: carbon · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Cruise control: adaptive · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Easy entry: power steering wheel · Memorized settings: driver seat · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: phone · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 12
Drivetrain
Limited slip differential: rear
Exterior Features
Rear trunk/liftgate: power operated
Headrests
Front headrests: power adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: auto delay off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: reverse gear tilt
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 12
Roof
Convertible rear window: glass · Convertible roof: power retractable hard top · Sunroof: panoramic
Safety
Parking sensors: front and rear
Seatbelts
Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: sport bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: reclining · Upholstery: premium leather
Suspension
Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: multi-link · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front · Suspension control: electronic
Telematics
Navigation system: DVD navigation system · Phone: hands free · Satellite communications: TeleAid
Tires
Profile: 35 · Speed Rating: Z · Type: performance · Width: 255
Tires and Rims
Wheels: composite
Wheels
Width: 9.5
Windows
Front wipers: rain sensing · Power windows: remote operation