SL/R231: Road & Track - Long Term Cars
09-05-2019, 09:46 AM
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2019 E450 wagon: 2019 BMW 430i: 2013 Chevy Traverse: (departed)2013 SL550 & 2019 E450 cab
Road & Track - Long Term Cars
Found this article in the on line version of Road & Track; listing the vehicles that folks tend to keep the longest. #3 on the list? The SL, average ownership of 10+ years. Here's the link: https://www.roadandtrack.com/car-cul...Oe-c4I&slide=3
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09-06-2019, 05:45 PM
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2015 SL400; 2019 X5M40i
I'd be interested in maintenance and repair costs for those that keep their cars out of warranty. Anyone know if this data is available online anywhere?
09-06-2019, 06:27 PM
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2020 S560 Sedan, 2019 SL450, 2019 E450 Luxury Trim Wagon, '24 BMW I7 on order...
I can only speak for my 2004 SL500. I ordered it new, kept it for 12 years and sold it with only 22,000 miles on it. The ABC pump went out when it was 2 years old and it was replaced under warranty. Never another issue.
I believe that the R231's will be just as reliable, if not more.
I believe that the R231's will be just as reliable, if not more.
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09-06-2019, 07:04 PM
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This is good and encouraging news. I'm a bit nervous since this is my first Benz and I know repairs and parts are expensive. I extended my CPO warranty so I'm good for 3 years. If no issues I'll consider keeping it beyond 3 years but do plan to trade for a newer car of the same model if my current car proves to be reliable.
09-07-2019, 08:54 AM
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I plan on keeping my 2015 for the foreseeable future. 35K miles and only one issue, radiator hose came off due to loose clamp. Other than that it's been flawless.
