2007 Mercedes Benz SL550 MSRP $98,725 Now $899/mo $86,468

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Invoice MSRP
Options: $2,930 $3,150
Destination: $775 $775
Vehicle: $88,164 $94,800

Advertising $600
Total: $92,468 $98,725


Selected Model and Trim

Invoice MSRP

SL550 $88,164 $94,800

Selected Option Packages

P1 Package (Option Code01)
Smart card / smart key automatic, includes central locking, includes ignition starter, includes memory seat adjustments and includes memory steering wheel position
Card key power locks
Driver and passenger active/massage ventilated seat climate controlled
Bi-Xenon headlights
High pressure headlight cleaners
Cornering lights/curb illumination
Headlight control active
$2,930 $3,150

Destination & Delivery Charge

$775

Advertising $600

Total Cost*
$92,468 $98,725

*Total Cost may not include additional fees that may affect the final cost or payment such as tax, title, registration or other fees.

Standard Features

Exterior
Bumpers
Body color front and rear bumpers
Paint
Metallic paint

Interior
Convenience
12v power outlet: cargo and 1
Hands-free cellular phone
Remote control remote trunk/hatch release
Memorized adjustment with three settings on door mirror position, rearview mirror and steering wheel position with six driver's seat positions, six passenger seat positions and head restraint
Cruise control
Front seats cigar lighter
Front ashtray
Delayed/fade courtesy lights
Front reading lights
Illuminated entry system
Cargo area light
Illuminated driver and passenger vanity mirror
Automatic door closing
Navigational systems : information type: full map and voice and knobs/touch buttons controls DVD and color
Online information system
Garage door opener
Smart card / smart key manual, includes memory seat adjustments and includes memory steering wheel position
Coming home device
Telematics 240 and 12
Interior Trim
Luxury trim alloy & leather on gearknob, wood & leather on doors and wood & leather on dashboard
Floor covering: carpet in load area
Floor mats
Seats
Leather seat upholstery with additional leather
Front seat center armrest
Bucket heated electrically adjustable driver and passenger seat with height adjustment, lumbar adjustment, thigh support, six adjustments and tilt adjustment
Storage
Lockable glove compartment
Door pockets/bins for driver seat and passenger seat
Front seats cup holders pop out
Full dashboard console , full floor console with covered storage box
Ventilation
Ventilation system with recirculation setting, micro filter and active carbon filter
Passenger seat secondary ventilation controls
Air conditioning with climate control

Electronics
Audio
Eight speaker(s)
Element antenna
Bose audio system with satellite and CD player
Steering wheel mounted remote audio controls
Audio anti-theft protection: code and integrated in dash
Instrumentation
Dashboard
Service interval indicator
Automatic drive indicator on dashboard
Tachometer
Oil pressure warning light
External temperature
Door ajar warning
Low fuel level warning
Low washer fluid level warning
Clock
Computer with average speed, average fuel consumption and range for remaining fuel
Compass
Low tire pressure indicator
Lights
Projector beam lens Xenon bulb headlights
Headlight control with time delay switch-off and dusk sensor
Front fog lights
Rear fog lights
Day time running lights
Door entry light

Safety
Visibility
Automatic operation rear view mirror
Driver power heated body color door mirrors with automatic operation indicator lights , passenger power heated body color door mirrors indicator lights
Fixed rear window with defogger
Tinted glass on cabin
Windshield wipers with automatic intermittent wipe and rain sensor
High pressure headlight cleaners
Front power windows with two one-touch
Heated washer
Safety
Driver and passenger front airbag with occupant sensors and multi-stage deployment
Front side airbag with occupant sensors
Two height adjustable electric adjustable active head restraints on front seats
3-point reel front seat belts on driver seat and passenger seat with pre-tensioners integrated

Warranty and Fixed Charges
Charges
Charges: gas guzzler tax: 1,700
Fixed delivery charges: 775
Warranty
Full car warranty: duration (months): 48 or distance (miles): 50,000
Powertrain warranty: duration (months): 48 or distance (miles): 50,000
Anticorrosion warranty: duration (months): 48 or distance (miles): 50,000
Road-side assistance warranty: duration (months): unlimited or distance (miles): unlimited

Technical Specifications

Version
Trim level: SL550
Two-door convertible body style
Seating: two seats

Engine
5,461 cc 5.5 liters V 8 front engine with 98 mm bore, 90.5 mm stroke, 10.7 compression ratio, double overhead cam, variable valve timing/camshaft and four valves per cylinder
Emission control level California

Engine Performance
Performance: maximum speed (mph): 155 and acceleration 0-60 mph (secs): 6.1
Power: 285 kW , 382 HP SAE @ 6,000 rpm; 391 ft lb , 530 Nm @ 2,800 rpm
Fuel economy EPA highway (mpg): 22 and EPA city (mpg): 14

Transmission
Rear-wheel drive
Electronic traction control via ABS & engine management
Automatic 7-speed transmission with mode select, lock-up, electronic control, manual mode, shift lever on floor, 4.38:1 first gear ratio, 2.86:1 second gear ratio, 1.92:1 third gear ratio, 1.37:1 fourth gear ratio, 1:1 fifth gear ratio, 0.82:1 sixth gear ratio and 3.42:1 reverse gear ratio automatic with manual mode and 0.73
Stability control

Wheels
Front other tires with 255 mm tire width, 40% tire profile and W tire rating official brochure tyre size , rear other tires with 285 mm tire width, 35% tire profile and W tire rating official brochure tyre size
Front alloy wheels with 18 inch rim diam and 8.5 inch rim width , rear alloy wheels with 18 inch rim diam and 9.5 inch rim width
Inflatable alloy rim internal spare wheel

Brakes
Four disc brakes including two ventilated discs
Four-wheel ABS
Electronic brake distribution
Brake assist system

Steering
Leather covered electrically adjustable multi-function steering wheel with tilt adjustment and telescopic adjustment
Vehicle speed proportional power steering

Fuel
Multi-point injection fuel system
Premium unleaded fuel 91
21.1 gallon main premium unleaded fuel tank

Weights
Weights: curb weight (lbs) 4,065

Dimensions
External dimensions: overall length (inches): 178.5, overall width (inches): 71.5, overall height (inches): 51, wheelbase (inches): 100.8, front track (inches): 61.4, rear track (inches): 60.5 and curb to curb turning circle (feet): 36.2
Internal dimensions: front headroom (inches): 37.7, front hip room (inches): 53.9, front leg room (inches): 42.9, front shoulder room (inches): 54 and interior volume (cu ft): 57.8
Cargo capacity: all seats in place (cu ft): 10.2

Introduction
Debuting 50 years ago, the Mercedes-Benz SL roadster has long been the darling car of celebrities and millionaires. Timeless styling, a comfortable cockpit and confident performance are the traditional hallmarks of this premium two-seater. And with the most recent generation, one can add extremely fast to those attributes. For 2007, the base (for lack of a better word) Mercedes-Benz SL is now called the SL550, with the new numbers indicating the installation of a new 382-horsepower, 5.5-liter V8. That's an impressive increase of 80 hp over last year's SL500, giving the SL550 a 0-60 time of 5.3 seconds, according to Mercedes. Other changes for this year include a revised, more direct steering system, new wheels, thicker bars in the grille, a deeper front airdam, a clear-lens taillight insert and slight power increases for the SL55 AMG and SL600 AMG versions. This generation of the SL-Class, which debuted four years ago, has always impressed us with its ability to function as both a sport- and luxury-themed convertible. A lot of credit goes to the car's active suspension system that helps keeps the car flat during aggressive cornering, without sacrificing ride quality during normal driving. The SL's handling is simply stunning, especially so when considering the car's considerable 2-ton mass. Another source of enjoyment is the SL's retractable hardtop, which provides the security and comfort of a coupe when raised and the thrill of open-air motoring when powered down under the rear deck lid. All is not perfect, however, with the 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class roadster. The audio and navigation systems operate through the fussy COMAND interface screen, and trunk space is reduced to just 7.3 cubic feet when the top is stowed. But considering all the engaging positive traits of the SL, we could easily live with those minor annoyances. In the upper-crust segment of six-figure, two-seat luxury convertibles, there are a couple of other valid options, such as the Cadillac XLR, which also has a retractable hardtop but lacks the Benz's overall polish, and the handsome but unproven Jaguar XKR convertible. If you want to know how strongly we feel about a certain car, see if it made our list of "Editors' Most Wanted" vehicles. This is where our editors pick the cars they would choose to put in their own driveways. It should be no surprise that the SL-Class has made the list for four of the last five years. Regardless of which version you consider, rest assured the SL will provide world-class levels of performance, luxury and style.

Body Styles, Trim Levels and Options
The 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class family of retractable-hardtop roadsters consists of four members: the SL550, SL600, SL55 AMG and SL65 AMG. The V8-powered SL550 comes with 18-inch alloy wheels, bi-xenon headlights, leather seating, power seats, a power tilt/telescoping steering wheel, automatic dual-zone climate control and a high-powered audio system. The twin-turbo V12-powered SL600 adds napa leather seating, keyless entry/starting, a heated/wood-trimmed steering wheel, heated/ventilated/massaging seats and a power trunk closer. The AMG versions -- the supercharged V8-powered SL55 and twin-turbo V12-powered SL65 -- come with performance enhancements that include even more powerful engines, sport-tuned suspensions, recalibrated transmissions, upgraded brakes, 19-inch wheels and various styling tweaks (such as mesh lower grilles and carbon-fiber interior trim). For the SL550 and SL600, one can order the optional AMG Sport Package. It adds 18-inch AMG wheels, high-performance tires and lower body sculpting. Park assist, adaptive cruise control and adaptive, massaging seats are available. The SL55 AMG is eligible for the AMG Performance Package, which provides Formula One-style compound brakes, 19-inch wheels, firmer "N?rburgring" suspension calibrations and the deletion of the 155-mph governor, a change that allows the car to hit its 186-mph top speed.

Powertrains and Performance
The SL550 has a 5.5-liter V8 (382 hp, 391 pound-feet of torque) while the SL600 sports a twin-turbocharged 5.5-liter V12 (510 hp and 612 lb-ft). The SL55 AMG has a supercharged 5.4-liter V8 (510 hp, 531 lb-ft) while the top dog, the SL65 AMG, has a twin-turbocharged 6.0-liter V12 that makes astounding power (604 hp and 738 lb-ft.). All transmissions are automatics, and they send engine power to the rear wheels. The SL550 has a seven-speed automatic, while all the other trims have a five-speed. Across the board, performance is stunning, with 0-60-mph times ranging from 4.2 seconds (SL65) to 5.3 seconds (SL550).

Safety
Every modern safety feature is standard on the 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL line, including stability control, a pop-up roll bar, a driver's knee airbag and side curtain airbags (rare on a roadster). There is also active body roll control (known as ABC) that enhances both performance and safety by minimizing body sway while cornering.

Interior Design and Special Features
A power-operated retractable hardtop is standard on all 2007 Mercedes SL-Class convertibles, and it offers the integrity, insulation and security of a coupe when raised, along with the full al fresco experience of a roadster when powered down. Maximum cargo capacity with the top up is a respectable 10 cubic feet. A choice of three wood trims (Walnut, Chestnut, Black Ash), depending on upholstery color, are available in the SL550 and SL600, while the AMG versions feature carbon-fiber accents. The dual-zone climate control is easy to use, but unfortunately the same can't be said for the complex COMAND audio and navigation interface.

Driving Impressions
Apart from the electronically controlled brakes that feel a bit touchy at first, the current SL roadster offers the driver a rewarding experience behind the wheel that rarely grows tiring. Handling is exceptional when the SL is pushed hard, with almost no body roll and excellent grip. Performance of the muscular SL550 should be more than enough for anyone. But those who want a supercar need not leave the Benz showroom -- the rest of the SL lineup can keep pace with the world's top exotics.

What's New
In addition to more powerful engines, slightly quicker steering and various styling tweaks (that include a revised grille, front airdam and taillights), the 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class lineup is graced with the introduction of a 50th Anniversary Edition SL550 to celebrate five decades of this classy roadster.

Pro
Seductive style, quick-folding retractable hardtop, powerful V8 and V12 engines, impressive handling doesn't come at the detriment of ride quality.