SL/R230: What car next after SL600?
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2003 E500, 2005 SL600
What car next after SL600?
My lease on my SL600 Renntech comes to an end in about 9 months, and i am debating what care to get next:
1. 2009 SL 600 - will the SL class be replaced by the SLC in 2011, or will the SLC be a separate model all together? - i have gotten mixed messages from my MB dealership in town, saying that the SL 2009 is merely a facelifted version and there will be a new version in 2011 - it's unclear whether that's the SLC or something else
other cars i am considering then: Aston Martin DB9, Bentley continental GT.
I realize these are all completely different, but just wondering what everyone's thoughts are....
thanks
1. 2009 SL 600 - will the SL class be replaced by the SLC in 2011, or will the SLC be a separate model all together? - i have gotten mixed messages from my MB dealership in town, saying that the SL 2009 is merely a facelifted version and there will be a new version in 2011 - it's unclear whether that's the SLC or something else
other cars i am considering then: Aston Martin DB9, Bentley continental GT.
I realize these are all completely different, but just wondering what everyone's thoughts are....
thanks
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So many choices, though few (if any) with the combination of power, luxury and good looks of a pre-2009 Renntech SL600. The DB9 is a fine choice and the Audi R8 is tempting. The new Ferrari California with the folding hardtop looks hard to beat, but it is unlikely to be available within the next 9 months.
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My lease on my SL600 Renntech comes to an end in about 9 months, and i am debating what care to get next:
1. 2009 SL 600 - will the SL class be replaced by the SLC in 2011, or will the SLC be a separate model all together? - i have gotten mixed messages from my MB dealership in town, saying that the SL 2009 is merely a facelifted version and there will be a new version in 2011 - it's unclear whether that's the SLC or something else
other cars i am considering then: Aston Martin DB9, Bentley continental GT.
I realize these are all completely different, but just wondering what everyone's thoughts are....
thanks
1. 2009 SL 600 - will the SL class be replaced by the SLC in 2011, or will the SLC be a separate model all together? - i have gotten mixed messages from my MB dealership in town, saying that the SL 2009 is merely a facelifted version and there will be a new version in 2011 - it's unclear whether that's the SLC or something else
other cars i am considering then: Aston Martin DB9, Bentley continental GT.
I realize these are all completely different, but just wondering what everyone's thoughts are....
thanks
I am considering the exact same set of cars, if you take a look at my thread. I have come to the conclusion that the DB9 or DBS would be the best car to get. I mean we have already had SLs, and its not that much different, and the GT is getting OLD. Get the Aston!
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Yikes. Given that stipulation, it would be better off to climb into a Gallardo. The SL is a great car all around, but if one has the means, why not try something a bit edgier.
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I am considering the exact same set of cars, if you take a look at my thread. I have come to the conclusion that the DB9 or DBS would be the best car to get. I mean we have already had SLs, and its not that much different, and the GT is getting OLD. Get the Aston!
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I am not a big fan of the facelifted SL and can't wait to see what the next generation will bring, but I can't imagine the SLC will be available before 2011 (as a 2012 model year).
