Charlotte001

Hi this is probably a really dumb question but what is the difference between the SE and SEL model ?

Is the SEL just a long wheel base as the SLC is a coupe version ? Are they fundementally the same in the workings ie engine/suspensions/transmission?

Charlotte

dtkw

The length, SEL is a few inches longer, more leg room for the rear passengers. Everything else is pretty much the same.

SLC is the coupe as what CL class is now.

H-townbenzoboy

Actually, the CL class is today's equivalent of the SEC. Today's SLC equivalent doesn't exist, if it did, it would be a hard top R230 with a slightly longer wheelbase, and rear seats to make it a true coupe.

dtkw

I thought the SEC was the replacement of the SLC which was a coupe as well, with 2 seats in the back.

H-townbenzoboy

Maybe so, I think you're right. I'll have to look into that, since SLC production did end in 1981 and SEC production began in 1982.