My last car was a MB E350 cabriolet. It was perfect for parades and I was fortunate enough to drive my daughter when she was the homecoming queen. As you might imagine, I was inundated with calls to borrow my car, sometimes by complete strangers. I have not used my SL for this purpose since getting it last year but my doctor wants to borrow for his daughter, who's on the homecoming court this year.

I know it's not recommended for this purpose but has anyone done it? I've known the young lady since she was just a little kid and would love to help them out. Trying to find out if this is something you shouldn't do but can or if this is something you DO NOT do under any circumstances.

Thanks.

 

If you do loan it out be sure to warn them to not put any foot pressure on the sliding door to the center storage compartment behind the seats. It is very thin and easily breakable.

 

I would not attempt it. It's a complicated mechanism that no doubt would be an expensive fix if something goes wrong.

 

What he says^^^ & it is a thin panel and I expect it could easily be damaged with the weight of someone sitting on it.

 

Thanks, I did not want to loan out my SL for the same reasons you guys wouldn't...BUT...I know the incredible pride I felt driving my own daughter when she was homecoming queen. (Please excuse the Dad moment)