Vehicle Description
2004 Mercedes SL 500
Why This Vehicle is Special
The Mercedes SL 500 that we have here at Skyway Classics is a
sinuous, sensuous roadster with dramatic styling. Slide into the
cockpit, belt up, press the button on the console and, 16 seconds
later, its retractable power steel roof changes it from the
open-air fun of a convertible to the quiet comfort of a luxury
coupe.
Our SL 500 is packed with every bit of automotive technology that
Mercedes has perfected over the past dozen years, and that's a lot
of technology. It does everything well and has ultimate power,
smoothness, and exclusivity.
Features
2004 Mercedes SL 500
5.0-liter V8 engine develops 302 horsepower Torque 339 lb-ft @
2,700 rpm
Electronically controlled magnesium-housing 7G-Tronic 7-speed
automatic transmission,
Valves 24
Stability Control
Traction Control
4-Wheel ABS
Emergency Braking Assist
Front And Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes
Xenon High Intensity Discharge Headlamp
Leather Steering Wheel
Leather Trim On Shift Knob
Dual Zone Front Climate Control
2 One-Touch Power Windows
Remote Keyless Power Door Locks
Heated Mirrors
Power Mirrors
Mechanical
The SL500 has more standard equipment than just about any other
two-seater in the world today. The SL500's 5.0-liter V8 engine
develops 302 horsepower and came with the electronically
controlled, magnesium-housing 7G-Tronic 7-speed automatic
transmission, the world's first, with closer ratios for quicker
acceleration, instantaneous downshifting and higher fuel
economy.
To drive a Mercedes SL is to experience a level of driving
performance and technical sophistication found in few other cars at
any price. Best of all, this sophistication can be enjoyed without
having to consult the owner's manual. Just put it in Drive and let
the systems work their magic.
The V8 engine in the SL500 is strong, smooth and quiet.
Acceleration performance is rapid for a 4000-pound car with 300
horsepower as it is capable of accelerating from 0 to 60 mph in
about 6.1 seconds.
The SL roadster is packed with electronic wizardry that works
amazingly well: electronic throttle control, antilock braking with
electronic brake force distribution, electronic traction control
and electronic stability control.
The engine sits in a factory stock appearing engine compartment
with all the correct as-came-with parts including the engine cover
assembly and other factory parts.
Interior
The interior design of the Mercedes-Benz SL is different from the
CL coupes and very different from the Mercedes sedans. Two large
round instrument pods carry the primary instruments and the
instrument panel and center console are well organized and feature
the Mercedes COMAND screen that operates the sound system,
navigation system, and telephone, with redundant controls on the
new steering wheel.
The leather-covered seats that come with the car are superbly
comfortable for grand touring and are larger and more sumptuous
than those in previous SL models.
Behind the bucket seats are twin lockable storage compartments and
putting the roof down is a 16-second process,
Exterior
The Mercedes SL 500 is surely one of the most beautiful cars in the
world and ours is painted in the factory silver from the jutting
chin of its front bumper to the four-eyed headlamps to the
traditional front fender air intakes to the shoulders over the rear
tires to the five-spoke alloy wheels.
The air inlets in the front fenders were inspired by the original
300SL. The narrow, wing-like chrome gills are reminiscent of the
first SL Roadsters and are echoed in the hood. The four-eye
headlamp pattern has the two lamps on each side melding into one
another.
The silver finish looks rich and the styling features a sloping
hood that is highlighted by quad round headlamps and a small grill,
which blends nicely into the high rear end.
The result is a shape that draws many looks and compliments with
the top u or down, and watching it retract is quite a treat in
itself.
Conclusion
The Mercedes-Benz SL500 we have here at Skyway Classics is a superb
high-performance sports car that takes the place of what was
previously considered a sporty car, and there's a big difference
between sports and sporty.
The 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL 500 is a technological masterpiece
dressed up as a slick German roadsters. They are an affirmation of
the company's dedication to maximum performance and a 50th
anniversary present to the fortunate few who own one.
Be that owner.
If you have any questions, or if you are looking for more
information, please call us at 941-254-6608.
Disclaimer
Information found on the website is presented as given to us by the
owner of the car, whether on consignment or from the owner we
bought it from. Some Photos, materials for videos, descriptions and
other information are provided by the consignor/seller and is
deemed reliable, but Skyway Classics does not warranty or guarantee
this information. Skyway Classics is not responsible for
information that may incorrect or a publishing error. The decision
to purchase should be based solely on the buyers personal
inspection of the vehicle or by a professional inspection service
prior to offer or purchase being made.
