have put back hard top but I doesn't lock shut
After summer have put back hardtop but now it will not lock down
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1990 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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by Quincy L
May 18, 2023
Note that the 1990 has the higher power M119 engine. This is because the injectors are fully open. In a year or so power was reduced, due US emissions regs, and the injectors do not fully open. Also, this M119 is the closed deck design. In about 1993 the blocked was modified to an open deck casting. Potentially the closed deck block is stronger. There are details elsewhere on both these engine aspects.May 18, 2023
by Raymond E
Nov 03, 2011
i love this car the best i had ! i had vacuum leaks done and idle control valve,cam shaft sensor replaced and the car runs like new ! very strong it feels like your in a space shuttle. my advise if your contemplating purchasing one do it! Nov 03, 2011
by Charles v
Jul 02, 2011
It was my first Mercedes and first convertible... It was a great car to drive (not super comfortable for long rides due to the seating position). The gas mileage is not excessive for a V8 however the maintenance costs are pretty high.
Jul 02, 2011
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by Quincy L
May 18, 2023
Note that the 1990 has the higher power M119 engine. This is because the injectors are fully open. In a year or so power was reduced, due US emissions regs, and the injectors do not fully open. Also, this M119 is the closed deck design. In about 1993 the blocked was modified to an open deck casting. Potentially the closed deck block is stronger. There are details elsewhere on both these engine aspects.May 18, 2023
by Raymond E
Nov 03, 2011
i love this car the best i had ! i had vacuum leaks done and idle control valve,cam shaft sensor replaced and the car runs like new ! very strong it feels like your in a space shuttle. my advise if your contemplating purchasing one do it! Nov 03, 2011
by Charles v
Jul 02, 2011
It was my first Mercedes and first convertible... It was a great car to drive (not super comfortable for long rides due to the seating position). The gas mileage is not excessive for a V8 however the maintenance costs are pretty high.
Jul 02, 2011
by Trevor I
Nov 17, 2010
Was built 15 years before it's time..the performance is tweeked abit but not much different from what Merc put into it, after all this years, the body is just as good and ofcourse I keep the car in the quality it deserves, no word on appearance, that you just see for yourself, "beautiful", well the gas is not cheap but for this am willing to drive and be hungry, maintenace is only a bother when looking for parts but that is a rarity, she just keeps moving. She is so much fun to drive own and take care of..Nov 17, 2010
by Antanas J
Sep 05, 2010
Strong, solid. Safest convertable made. Can beat the car mechanically and as long as its maintained isnt going to give you any trouble as the car was designed to do 200mph and still feel in control.
Gas milage is pretty good. about 8kms/liter
Amazingly fun to drive. Especially with the top offSep 05, 2010
by Mike D
Nov 16, 2009
This car is fantastic to drive! I had it at work and immediately knew I had to keep it for myself. The build quality is perfection, and the performance is over-the-top for the time period. I highly recommend it! I have noticed, though, that parts can be rather expensive.Nov 16, 2009
by Chris S
Dec 25, 2008
Acceleration, braking and handling is amazing. Gets up and goes with no effort
Strong, solid. Safest convertable made. Can beat the car mechanically and as long as its maintained isnt going to give you any trouble as the car was designed to do 200mph and still feel in control.
Gas milage is pretty good. about 8kms/liter
Amazingly fun to drive. Especially with the top off
Dec 25, 2008
by MarieAlyse M
Jun 21, 2008
its a solid car, sits back and goes at about 80mphJun 21, 2008
by George H
Mar 15, 2008
Bought it for a car to leave down south with 69k on it.never any porblems untill on day the ac stopped working. powerfull, never missed a beat, good looking carMar 15, 2008
by Rahul K
Jan 06, 2008
More of an older guys machine, was young when i owned it but it turned heads back in the dayJan 06, 2008
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1990 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Pricing
Original MSRP
$72,750 to $83,750Price range
N/AAverage price on CG
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N/ATrims & specs
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning
Airbags
Driver side front airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: power · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Convenience Features
Memorized settings: driver seat · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Heated: front seats · Upholstery: leather
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning
Airbags
Dual front airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: power · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Comfort Features
Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Memorized settings: driver seat · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic
Exterior Features
Paint: special factory paint
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Roof
Convertible roof: hard top
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Heated: front seats · Upholstery: leather
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy