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  • Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    I'll soon be nearer 40 than 30

    What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

    Thumbs up

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    No - The seats are a nightmare and totally spoil the whole driving experience due to their positioning. It's a real shame because EVERYTHING ELSE is superb.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    BMW 5 Series

  • Buying experience

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchise

    Did you buy this car new?

    Yes

    What price did you pay?

    £0

    When did you buy the car?

    January 2008

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Yes - history with dealer and offered good p/ex on an SL350

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    What was the dealer like?

    Good communication and efficient

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Super smooth when up to motorway speed and quick enough getting there.

    What's it like to park?

    It's a big old lump but park-tronic and a good turning circle make it easy.

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    No

    What's most practical about your car?

    Definitely not the front seats but big boot

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    COMAND system and AMG alloys