Ed954

Hi everyone,
been lurking around here for couple weeks currently, mainly researching the common SL65 problems. Right now shopping around for a 2005-2007 SL65 AMG with low miles, around 40k-50k. This will be next project. The current one and almost finished is a 2004 Infiniti FX35 with Stillen supercharger and some mods. You can take a look here:

http://www.infinitiscene.com/forum/t...-2004-FX35-AWD

I'm keeping the Infiniti and want to pickup a used SL65 pretty soon. I have big plans for my next project. So far the US inventory is very limited,due to my budget, but I keep checking every week.

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Ed954

Folks PM me here, if anyone is selling a 2005-2007 SL65. Thanks

BlownV8

Check ebay and autotrader.com.

boostd

Mine is listed for sale:

http://dallas.craigslist.org/ndf/cto/5535581213.html

Ed954

Thanks, searching everywhere. eBay, Cars. com, Autotrader and dealer auctions. All cars are either trashed or way overpriced. My budget is $40K for a low millage and unmolested car.

^Very nice car BTW!

gwelliott

What's your budget? Any interest in a CL65?

Ed954

$40k max. Sorry looking for SL65 only.

BlownV8

I saw a very low mileage SL65 sell in the $38k range a year ago at a Lexus dealership in Miami. Lot's of unrealistic sellers. You may have to wait to find the right one at the right price.

Ed954

Yes, prices are very high now. Way over blue or black books. I just saw one with 20k miles for $69k and another one with 10k miles for $55k.

gwelliott

I'm semi-retired and still have my dealers license. I see a dozen or so 65's going through auction each week, usually in CA or FL. A 2005 under $40K is definitely do-able. PM me if you want to see a run list of what is going through. Happy to help a brother out.

Ed954

Thanks, appreciate the offer, watching Manheim closely as well. There was only 1 SL65 in last 3 weeks or so. Will just be patient I guess.

tscales

I bought mine a few months ago. 72K miles. 2005. $35K. I was very patient and found one at a Porsche dealer. Their trade offer was excellent, as they wanted my 996TT more than I wanted their SL65.

Patience. I looked for months.

tandan

Had a similar experience. They were asking 55k, but the real kicker was they gave me great trade in value on my SL600, 2005 with 86,000 miles. The net difference was about 25k and the SL65 had only 31k miles. Had it about 9 months now and I love the car. Good Luck.

Ed954

^^Thanks. Will be patient this time. All my previous cars were bought in a rush, with color, options or miles I didn't like. This time I will do it right. Almost bought the SL65 in Atlanta couple weeks ago for $30k with 52k miles, but the car and the dealer are kind of shady, so I backed off. The car is still for sale, so just beware if anyone is looking to buy the SL65 as well!

Ed954

Hey folks. Have a question for you. What do you think about R230 SL65 that wasn't driven much and has about 12k miles right now? Is it worth buying?

boostd

I'll be honest. I got my 65 in Dec with 29K miles for 37K. The car had 15K of RENNtech mods already included, which were done at an MB dealer. I also got my car from a Porsche dealer.

I priced my car higher because I've trended the prices and have seen an increase. So why not try to make a quick buck, right? Also, I don't care if I sell my car or not. I still like it.

BlownV8

$15k in Renntech mods. That's a tune, airbox, and rims....LOL.

boostd

Actually, it was a tune, cooling and an LSD. Overpriced, I know. Glad it was someone else's dime and not mine.

BlownV8

Yes, with that said, I've never been disappointed with anything from Renntech.

Ed954

^^^It's usually very hard to get your money back this way. It's way easier to part out IMO. You will get more money back.

PS Love your wheels BTW!

abiazis

My old car is at AR Motorsports in Larenceville, Ga....sold to CarMax for 30 and it is selling now for 32....60k miles.... Status and Needs:

Motor mounts
Transmission mount
ABC hose near tandem pump - leaking
Wiper water reservoir - cracked
Tires front
Brake rotors and pads - half spent
Left rear window panel - replace
Emergency switch center console
Oil level sensor
Left front under panels - cracked

No dings in the car...won concours last year.....auction house changed to black AMG wheels.....not a good look....$10-12k estimates to fix all above.....engine totally sound.... New upgraded coils, new plugs, all fluids changed the day I sold it.....interior clean....new Coco Mats....19 inch inflatable spare....wind stop there, new wiper blades, everything works, new batteries......I would buy new original wheels and the car fixed is then sound......clean car....

Ed954

^Thanks for the heads up!

Cherp

I have an '05 with 52000 in pristine condition, needs nothing. looking for $42500
I believe I'm the second owner.

Ed954

Sorry, out of my budget, thanks for the offer though!

abiazis

My car was sold to a nice guy in Buffalo......good luck with the car, Clay!!