2008 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Review
The 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
Made in GERMANY for Mercedes-Benz, the SL-Class for 2008 is a leader in the 2-seat CONVERTIBLE 2-DR segment. It retailed for $95,300 USD with a dealer cost of $88,629 USD.
SL-Class Dimensions
The 2008 SL-Class has standard length of 178.50 inches and a width of 71.50 inches. The SL-Class rides 51.00 inches off the ground, with a clearance of inches. Front headroom is 37.70 inches.
The Ind front suspension gives the SL-Class a radius of 36.20 inches. It uses 255/40R18 tires with a wheelbase of 100.80 inches.
Drivetrain
The SL-Class comes standard with a 7-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 SL-Class's standard 5.5L V8 DOHC 32V engine weighs in at 14 miles/gallon city driving using a 21.10 gallon tank. This is average for its class.
Pricing
The SL-Class retails for $95,300 USD with a invoice price of $88,629 USD for the base model with no options. A normal delivery charge of $825 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, Automatic Load-Leveling, Electronic Brake Assistance. SL-Class optional equipment may include Electronic Parking Aid, Front Cooled Seat, Manual Sunroof, Splash Guards, Run Flat Tires.
Exterior color choices include Alabaster White, Black, Capri Blue Metallic, Designo Graphite Metallic, Designo Mocha Black Metallic, Designo Mystic White Metallic, Diamond Silver Metallic, Iridium Silver Metallic, Majestic Black Metallic, Mars Red, Obsidian Black Metallic, Pewter Metallic, Steel Gray Metallic, Storm Red Metallic with interior choices of Ash Leather Interior, Black Leather Interior, Corteccia Nappa Leather Interior, Porcelain Nappa Leather Interior, Red Leather Interior, Sand Nappa Leather Interior, Stone Leather Interior. The SL-Class seats 2 people with 42.90 inches front leg room.
Warranty
The basic warranty period is 48 months or 50,000 miles. It also comes with a 48 month/50,000 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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