The Lowdown: 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR
By Thomas Brillstein
Introduction
The 2005 SLR is manufactured in GERMANY for Mercedes-Benz. It is Mercedes-Benz's entry into the COUPE 2-DR market. It has a retail price of $450,000 USD in 2005.
SLR Dimensions
The 2005 SLR has standard length of 183.30 inches and a width of 75.10 inches. The SLR rides 49.60 inches off the ground, with a clearance of inches. Front headroom is 36.20 inches.
The Ind front suspension gives the SLR a radius of 40.00 inches. It uses 255/35R19 tires with a wheelbase of 106.30 inches.
Drivetrain
The SLR comes standard with a 5-Speed Automatic Overdrive transmission and is a rear-wheel drive vehicle. It has a curb weight of approximately lbs. The 4-Wheel ABS front brakes are Disc and the rear brakes are Disc.
Fuel Economy
The SLR's standard 5.4L V8 SOHC 24V SUPERCHARGER engine has been measured to get 13 miles/gallon city driving using a 25.80 gallon tank. This is average for its class.
Pricing
The SLR retails for $450,000 USD with a invoice price of $418,500 USD for the base model with no options. A normal delivery charge of $2,750 USD is also applicable. Additional options and trim levels can raise the price significantly.
Specs & Equipment
Normal equipment usually includes Power Door Locks, Vehicle Anti-Theft, ABS Brakes, Electronic Brake Assistance, Traction Control. SLR optional equipment may include .
Exterior color choices include with interior choices of . The SLR seats 2 people with 39.60 inches front leg room.
Warranty
The basic warranty period is months or miles. It also comes with a month/ mile drivetrain warranty. Extended warranties are available through the manufacturer. It is necessary to refer to the dealer to confirm all warranties.
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