2013 SL Pics Revealed!! Full color 30+ pics!!

mbzr129sl · 12-14-2011, 12:54 AM

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garybc230 · 12-14-2011, 03:07 AM

Thanks for sending these pictures out, they are the clearest and best yet. Appreciate the link. Not sure about the styling until I see it in the flesh, there are some angles that don't quite go together and as others have said, the rear end looks like the CLS.
Happy Holidays...

DonClaudio99 · 12-14-2011, 11:58 AM

not a fan the front or some of the interior console design...i think i see i higher/deeper backend which hopefully leads to more trunk space! overall it looks less sporty and mean than the 07-08's or the AMG 09-11's

Carac · 12-14-2011, 05:33 PM

Oh good, now there's an even greater chance everyone that sees your SLS roadster will think you just bought a SL. And on the plus side, some that see your SL will think you bought a SLS roadster.

Centurion · 12-14-2011, 05:38 PM

I'm not sure how I feel about this one yet, but just like the new BMW 6-series, the headlights on this are too big.

gqa · 12-14-2011, 09:09 PM

thanks for the pics.

first owners will complain while they secretly put deposits down. lol

I like it but I'm actually surprised its not too too different than the current model even though there are some obvious changes. I thinks its a good thing for resale value for our older models

hyperion667 · 12-15-2011, 08:46 AM

kind of bland

abiazis · 12-15-2011, 09:18 AM

Overall shape very similar to R230, which keeps it young......

Lights just too big for the flow of the overall design.....

I hope SLS Roadster owners find the right car when looking for theirs in the parking lot

Rear Trunk line too high and awkward looking lines/gaps, also looks bulkier than the R230 - looks like an afterthought, BUT could add a fraction of additional storage space in the trunk?

Interior not distinctive as original R230, other than retained curves on either side of the console.....materials look good......

Hopefully the AMG versions will really perform well as expected.......

The 2009 update - heavily criticized now looks better balanced in flow of design from the front end versus this new SL......original R230 was hard to beat for beauty.....

The change was inevitable and it will probably grow on us all......car will look better in person dynamic once again....

discoduck · 12-15-2011, 09:20 AM

Not a fan...

R230 is still a winner

branmin · 12-31-2011, 04:29 PM

Havent been on the board for a while and was pleased to see the headline. Is it just me, but where is the readical change, it looks 95% the same as what I have? I remember in 2008/9 many ridiculed the front racier look and I loved it(still do) and from what I see here..where are the dramatic changes after waiting 4 plus years??? Think I will take an extended warranty out rather than spend 50K plus to look the same...

WYD OPN · 01-17-2012, 03:08 PM

The new front bumper height requirements for pedestrian safety have ruined car design.

Very Chrysler Crossfire-esque from a few angles.

The AMGs will be great. Still prefer my '09 65.

DigitalKnight · 01-17-2012, 04:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by discoduck

Not a fan...

R230 is still a winner

+1

RXBENZ · 01-17-2012, 10:27 PM

Saw both at the Detroit auto show this weekend...fantastic cars...I was able to sit in the SL very nice

BiTurboBenz · 01-18-2012, 09:41 PM

I think the design will grow on most people. I may actually trade the 360 for a new SL next year. I like the aluminum construction (less weight), the new engine and the larger dimensions. Just need to pick a color....

DigitalKnight · 01-18-2012, 09:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BiTurboBenz

I think the design will grow on most people. I may actually trade the 360 for a new SL next year. I like the aluminum construction (less weight), the new engine and the larger dimensions. Just need to pick a color....

It does actually look better in person then in any of the photos I have seen. Not sure why that is????

beachgirl74 · 01-20-2012, 06:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DigitalKnight

It does actually look better in person then in any of the photos I have seen. Not sure why that is????

How did you feel about the overall height of the car, I'm afraid that it looks like it is higher than the current ones, more like camaro or something.
I do like the sides and the rear but not so sure about the front, I just felt like I was seeing dodge truck or something, it does not look like a sport MB, no so smooth and sporty from front, in other words, less girly, lol

Nuxi · 01-26-2012, 01:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BiTurboBenz

I think the design will grow on most people. I may actually trade the 360 for a new SL next year. I like the aluminum construction (less weight), the new engine and the larger dimensions. Just need to pick a color....

I'd keep the 360 Spider and buy a SL55 or current SL63 AMG. That's just me lol.

nero68 · 02-04-2012, 04:52 PM

WOW SHARP CAR

pman · 02-21-2012, 06:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DigitalKnight

It does actually look better in person then in any of the photos I have seen. Not sure why that is????

Does it look good enough for you to trade up?

DigitalKnight · 02-21-2012, 09:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pman

Does it look good enough for you to trade up?

In a word..... No.

Nuxi · 02-21-2012, 10:03 PM

Personally, I think the car looks like an ugly slab of concrete on wheels. The front end reminds me of an old Nissan Stagea, and there's not much difference from the R230 rear end, if anything, I much prefer the R230, much nicer car IMO. But each to his own.

Miki-SL500 · 02-27-2012, 09:59 AM

Its time to replace my '07 SL, how much is the new SL going to cost in the USA ?

CakeDaddy · 02-29-2012, 04:38 PM

Looks hideous in the pictures. The've dumb'd it down and robbed it of its true personality, but I'll wait to see it in person. But for now....R230!

DigitalKnight · 03-17-2012, 10:20 AM

It does not look like a true SL as I can not make out retractable top lines... Looks more like a sports coupe... do they even make one? Dig the wheels but it needs fog lights real bad as the lower grill is way to..... empty?

Koswus · 03-23-2012, 04:43 AM

I actually kind of like the more horizontal grille, makes it look more aggressive. They also had this design where the chrome part splits in the middle and that looked pretty cool. The chrome accents along the LED's are also nice. I also love the new windscreen and sunroof feature. Overall I think it look ok BUT... the horizontal grille reminds me of a mustang, the tail lights look like its from a 5 series, and the headlights makes me think of and inverted maxima headlights. It just doesn't have that definitive mercedes design the old SL had (the body does kind of look like the SLS but I'm not a fan of that replacing the SLR either).

I still remember when I saw the SL500 back in 04 in a car and driver magazine compared to the SC430 and XLR (back then representing 75% of hard top convertibles), I thought I'd never drive one and was so happy once I got it. For me the pre face lift r230 will always iconically represent the SL class. But, to each his own I guess.

12-14-2011, 03:07 AM	#2
garybc230 Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Upper Marlboro, MD Posts: 164 Drives: 2006 SL500/2006 Porsche Cayenne S Titanium	Thanks for sending these pictures out, they are the clearest and best yet. Appreciate the link. Not sure about the styling until I see it in the flesh, there are some angles that don't quite go together and as others have said, the rear end looks like the CLS. Happy Holidays... __________________ Current: 06 SL500/ Pewter w/Berry Red Interior/Sprint Booster 06 Porsche Cayenne Titanium Edition Porsche Red w/2 Tone Camel and Blk Interior

12-14-2011, 11:58 AM	#3
DonClaudio99 Junior Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Bay Area, CA Posts: 63 Drives: 2007 SL550	not a fan the front or some of the interior console design...i think i see i higher/deeper backend which hopefully leads to more trunk space! overall it looks less sporty and mean than the 07-08's or the AMG 09-11's __________________ Claudio 2007 SL550 AMG Sport Trim, P02 Option with Keyless Go, smoke side markers, black satin AMG rims. 2002 SL500 Silver Arrow, '05 MBSL Rims, Clear Turn Signals, Schatz Birdseye Shift Knob, K&N Air Filters (Sold) --- 1996 SL320 Blk/Blk, AMG Rims, Rehmus Exhaust, Xenon, Clear Turn Signals (Sold) --- 1999 CLK 430 Brilliant Slvr/Whte (Sold)

12-14-2011, 05:33 PM	#4
Carac Senior Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Jun 2010 Posts: 250 Drives: 2012 SLS Coupe, 2008 CLK63 Black Series (Sold)	Oh good, now there's an even greater chance everyone that sees your SLS roadster will think you just bought a SL. And on the plus side, some that see your SL will think you bought a SLS roadster. Last edited by Carac; 12-14-2011 at 11:08 PM.

12-14-2011, 09:09 PM	#6
gqa Senior Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: May 2006 Location: N.Y.C. Posts: 440 Drives: 05' sl 500	thanks for the pics. first owners will complain while they secretly put deposits down. lol I like it but I'm actually surprised its not too too different than the current model even though there are some obvious changes. I thinks its a good thing for resale value for our older models __________________

12-15-2011, 08:46 AM	#7
hyperion667 MBWorld Fanatic! Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: North Carolina Posts: 8,020 Drives: 2011 E5504M, 2012 CLS63P30, 2007 997 TT	kind of bland __________________

12-14-2011, 05:38 PM	#5
Centurion Super Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: SoCal Posts: 809 Drives: a car that gets very poor gas mileage.	I'm not sure how I feel about this one yet, but just like the new BMW 6-series, the headlights on this are too big.

12-15-2011, 09:18 AM	#8
abiazis Super Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Asheville, Atlanta Posts: 504 Drives: SL 65 AMG, Porsche 911 (993), 2011 Prius 5, 2013 Toyota Highlander Limited	impression/thoughts Overall shape very similar to R230, which keeps it young...... Lights just too big for the flow of the overall design..... I hope SLS Roadster owners find the right car when looking for theirs in the parking lot Rear Trunk line too high and awkward looking lines/gaps, also looks bulkier than the R230 - looks like an afterthought, BUT could add a fraction of additional storage space in the trunk? Interior not distinctive as original R230, other than retained curves on either side of the console.....materials look good...... Hopefully the AMG versions will really perform well as expected....... The 2009 update - heavily criticized now looks better balanced in flow of design from the front end versus this new SL......original R230 was hard to beat for beauty..... The change was inevitable and it will probably grow on us all......car will look better in person dynamic once again.... __________________ 2005 Brilliant Silver/black-charcoal SL 65 AMG 1995 Grand Prix White/cashmere/blue top Porsche 911 Cab - 993 2011 Blizzard White/Sand Beige Prius 5 2013 Toyota Highlander Limited 4WD

12-15-2011, 09:20 AM	#9
discoduck Super Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Toronto, Ontario Posts: 774 Drives: W209 55	Not a fan... R230 is still a winner __________________ Dual Exhaust Conversion - 18" Mandrus Millenium - H&R Sport Springs - Rockford Fosgate P400-2 Rockford Fosgate P3 12" - Kenwood DNX7180 - 15% tint - Tinted Tails - Goodridge SS Brake Lines Gloss Black Vinyl Roof - Super Nintendo - Color Matched Sidemarkers - Carbon Creations Morello CF Grille Vorsteiner Black Widow Trunk Lip

12-31-2011, 04:29 PM	#10
branmin Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: May 2005 Location: FL Posts: 176 Drives: Sold 06 CLS500. SL550 09. SL550 2013. own C6 Corvette 2005.	not happy Havent been on the board for a while and was pleased to see the headline. Is it just me, but where is the readical change, it looks 95% the same as what I have? I remember in 2008/9 many ridiculed the front racier look and I loved it(still do) and from what I see here..where are the dramatic changes after waiting 4 plus years??? Think I will take an extended warranty out rather than spend 50K plus to look the same...

01-17-2012, 03:08 PM	#11
WYD OPN Newbie Garage is empty, add now Join Date: May 2011 Posts: 2 Drives: ///AMG Collection	The new front bumper height requirements for pedestrian safety have ruined car design. Very Chrysler Crossfire-esque from a few angles. The AMGs will be great. Still prefer my '09 65. __________________ ////AMG Collection

01-17-2012, 10:27 PM	#13
RXBENZ Junior Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Apr 2010 Posts: 39 Drives: E550 4Matic	Saw both at the Detroit auto show this weekend...fantastic cars...I was able to sit in the SL very nice

01-18-2012, 09:41 PM	#14
BiTurboBenz Senior Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: back in Jersey Posts: 455 Drives: 360 Spider	I think the design will grow on most people. I may actually trade the 360 for a new SL next year. I like the aluminum construction (less weight), the new engine and the larger dimensions. Just need to pick a color.... __________________

02-04-2012, 04:52 PM	#18
nero68 Newbie Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: rho Posts: 8 Drives: 03 sl500	sl WOW SHARP CAR Last edited by nero68; 02-04-2012 at 04:54 PM.

02-21-2012, 10:03 PM	#21
Nuxi Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Melbourne, AUS Posts: 77 Drives: 370z, c204 C250	Personally, I think the car looks like an ugly slab of concrete on wheels. The front end reminds me of an old Nissan Stagea, and there's not much difference from the R230 rear end, if anything, I much prefer the R230, much nicer car IMO. But each to his own.

02-27-2012, 09:59 AM	#22
Miki-SL500 Junior Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Oct 2004 Posts: 54	Its time to replace my '07 SL, how much is the new SL going to cost in the USA ?

02-29-2012, 04:38 PM	#23
CakeDaddy Senior Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 480 Drives: Black Y34, Silver CLS550 sp pkg, Silver G550 ;) custom Blk Y34, Nissan Pathfinder(beater)	Looks hideous in the pictures. The've dumb'd it down and robbed it of its true personality, but I'll wait to see it in person. But for now....R230! __________________ ---------------------------------------------------- Friends help friends move; real friends help friends move bodies

03-17-2012, 10:20 AM	#24
DigitalKnight Member 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: S.E. PA Posts: 199 Drives: 2011 IS350C	This pic is ok but not sure what model it really is? Perhaps a concept picture? It does not look like a true SL as I can not make out retractable top lines... Looks more like a sports coupe... do they even make one? Dig the wheels but it needs fog lights real bad as the lower grill is way to..... empty?

03-23-2012, 04:43 AM	#25
Koswus Newbie Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Apr 2011 Posts: 3 Drives: SL500	I actually kind of like the more horizontal grille, makes it look more aggressive. They also had this design where the chrome part splits in the middle and that looked pretty cool. The chrome accents along the LED's are also nice. I also love the new windscreen and sunroof feature. Overall I think it look ok BUT... the horizontal grille reminds me of a mustang, the tail lights look like its from a 5 series, and the headlights makes me think of and inverted maxima headlights. It just doesn't have that definitive mercedes design the old SL had (the body does kind of look like the SLS but I'm not a fan of that replacing the SLR either). I still remember when I saw the SL500 back in 04 in a car and driver magazine compared to the SC430 and XLR (back then representing 75% of hard top convertibles), I thought I'd never drive one and was so happy once I got it. For me the pre face lift r230 will always iconically represent the SL class. But, to each his own I guess.

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