SL/R230: Your thoughts on PPI and purchase of 2005 SL55 AMG
12-08-2020, 11:12 PM
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Your thoughts on PPI and purchase of 2005 SL55 AMG
I am about to become a proud owner of my first SL with widebody kit on it (I will post photos once I get it). The SL is being sold by classic/exotic car dealer and PPI has been performed by MB of St. Louis. Both dealers seem to be great to deal with so far.
If you look at the results (attached), there are two issues (common): ABS valve + strut leak and battery charging issue. Both were not described in the ad by the dealer, so I think I can ask to lower the asking price, but how much?
I work on my other GL550 and 560SEC myself, so I could get it done. What amount would you ask for? By the parts value at least, right?
If you look at the results (attached), there are two issues (common): ABS valve + strut leak and battery charging issue. Both were not described in the ad by the dealer, so I think I can ask to lower the asking price, but how much?
I work on my other GL550 and 560SEC myself, so I could get it done. What amount would you ask for? By the parts value at least, right?
12-09-2020, 01:08 PM
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If it were me, I'd start with the quote and see how they react. One way or another they'll have to address it to sell the car, unless they just hold out for a more ignorant buyer.
12-09-2020, 06:17 PM
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Here is a pic:
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12-13-2020, 12:07 PM
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89 SL500 Silver ,97 SL500 Carlsson 04 Mercedes SL55 AMG , 07 Mercedes SL55 AMG convertedBlack series
Welcome to widebody club , more fun . think it will shure seal up with use the LIQSeal , they always start leak 99 prosent of time driver side back. https://mbworld.org/forums/sl-class-...e-oil-use.html
if some time later you decide to change struits, they changed in pairs.
if some time later you decide to change struits, they changed in pairs.
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