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2003 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class consumer reviews

$85,990 starting MSRP
side view of 2003 SL-Class Mercedes-Benz
(44 reviews)
81% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.6
  • Interior 4.5
  • Performance 4.6
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.8
  • Reliability 3.8
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this is the most beautiful mercedes ever designed

the car is simply stunning to look only bettered by the AMG GTS coupe. this is my second SL. the first one was a SL500 with 64k and it had some issues with rust on rear wheel arch, then I had one suspension strut leaking, electric offline, gear selector stuck, crank position sensor and then the dreaded SBC pump usage threshold and sold the car at 89k after a four year ownership so it cost me �2500 excluding service. but each time I see one it turns my head. so I bought a black SL600 with 79k and so far only the horn has failed.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 3.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Fun Car

This is a great car, very fun to drive. So smooth on the road. The only negative I have is that the interior design could be better.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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really good

This was a snap decision, I bought it because the car was absolutely beautiful! I just loved the wood detail interior and the heating systems of the leather seats and the steering wheel.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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I love everything about this car

The most comfortable and luxurious car I ever had great inside very nice looking in and out great options I love the seat function s

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Does recommend this car
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Will never let this car go!

I really enjoy driving this car. As with all Mercedes, it's more expensive to maintain than many other models, but it's worth it. The paint is perfect despite the age of the car (it's factory painted in Baltic Black, actually a Maybach color). It doesn't have the power of an AMG version, but it fits my needs.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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SLICKEST CAR OUT THERE

THIS CAR IS EXCITING TO DRIVE, PERFORMANCE PLUS STYLING AND HANDLING. PRICED PERFECTLY, BEST COLOR COMBINATION. I LOVE THIS CAR

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Luxury at a Fraction of the Cost

A great car, for business or pleasure, convertible is a fun a must see! Located in Mid City Los Angeles, if you are looking, you won't be disappointed!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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As Good As it Gets!

Fast,tight, no rattles or noise! everything works as it should just spent $2,400 at the German Auto Tech shop in new invoice! runs perfect All new brakes, Four New Tires,battery & new power top motor!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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As Good As It Gets!

Fast,Tight, Solid,Safe! Great feel hugs the road superbly with no road noise or rattles! $2400 in recent invoice work done by a Expert Tech. with Mercedes Benz for 18 years! Everything works as it should a real dream to drive top operates smoothly and quickly all new brakes, tires & two new batteries, this SL 500 AMG /// sold New for $87k

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Prestigious. Fun to drive.

Great ride. Fun with the top down. Turns all heads where ever you go. Unusual interior elegant package - Designo.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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