Mercedes-Benz 1989 SL-Class

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  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Plutocrat motoring, for the price of a new 3-Series.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Insurance and servicing good value - fuel can be a killer.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Not a nimble sportster, but relaxing and swift.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Effortless, rapid motorway cruising all day - not for throwing round the twisties.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Goes on and on forever.

    Image

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Never embarassing to be seen in, but not an ostentatious supercar.

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Electric seats, mirrors and wheel with memories make this the most comfortable car I have ever owned.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    As secure as a soft-top can be.

    Service

    5 out of 5 5.0

    My local dealer is fabulous and not overpriced.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Average parking spaces leave no room to open the doors - they are very long!

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes