SL55/63/65/R230 AMG: Totaled 06 SL55 030 Replaced with 07 SL55 030
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Totaled 06 SL55 030 Replaced with 07 SL55 030
Yesterday the insurance companies finally came to the conclusion that my 06 SL55 030 sandwiched on New Year's Eve should be totaled. So, today I bought an Iridium Silver with full black Nappa leather 07 SL55 030 with every option (keyless, pano roof, xenons, parktronic, hands free, and a lot more) except Distronic. The car has 25K on the clock and comes with a CPO good until 09/13. At this time I can't tell you if there is a performance difference from 493 hp to 510 hp. However, I do like the way it rides and handles and the silver matches my 05 E55. I also like the carbon fiber accents, larger Command display and real paddle shifters. I'll post pictures in a couple of days.
BTW, they had a new black/black 09 SL65 Black Series sitting next to a new black Mclearn that was sitting next to a used 08 CLK 63 Black Series. Talk about a car show! WOW! Of the three the SL65 is unmistakeable and totally awesome. If I had $320K to spend I would not hesitate, but alas I don't. Oh well, I'm very happy with my 07 SL55.
BTW, they had a new black/black 09 SL65 Black Series sitting next to a new black Mclearn that was sitting next to a used 08 CLK 63 Black Series. Talk about a car show! WOW! Of the three the SL65 is unmistakeable and totally awesome. If I had $320K to spend I would not hesitate, but alas I don't. Oh well, I'm very happy with my 07 SL55.
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2006 Sl55 Amg
i am really confused now.
after checking few websites i realised that nobody really knows the real hp of sl55 amg cars.
please somebody tell me the real hp of all sl55 cars from 02-07
my car is 06 sl55amg so do i have 493,500 or 517 hp???
is usa cars hp same as europian cars?
after checking few websites i realised that nobody really knows the real hp of sl55 amg cars.
please somebody tell me the real hp of all sl55 cars from 02-07
my car is 06 sl55amg so do i have 493,500 or 517 hp???
is usa cars hp same as europian cars?
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03-06 SL55's have 493 HP, 07-08 SL55"s have 510 HP. This is due in part to the larger 80mm throttle body. I don't know about European cars but suspect they are the same.
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I have been following your posts since you had the bad news with your 2006 55.
At least the insurance company saw sence in the end and totalled your car.
Well it sounds like you have got yourselve an awsome new set of wheels,with so much to choose from i was intrested in what you would go for in the end,you have made a great choice imo.
The carbon fibre upgrade is a really neat option on the 2007, i am envious.
Well good luck to you mate,enjoy the new motor,but beware of low flying honda,s on your travels
happy motoring bc brit
At least the insurance company saw sence in the end and totalled your car.
Well it sounds like you have got yourselve an awsome new set of wheels,with so much to choose from i was intrested in what you would go for in the end,you have made a great choice imo.
The carbon fibre upgrade is a really neat option on the 2007, i am envious.
Well good luck to you mate,enjoy the new motor,but beware of low flying honda,s on your travels
happy motoring bc brit
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Agree 100%. Although I didn't have a lot of "seat time" in my 06 my 07 just seems smoother and more responsive. This could also have something to do with the fact that the dealer put four new Bridgestone Potenza tires and brakes on my 07 vs. the 50-60% OEM Continentals that I had on my 06. Admittedly, I'm very pleased with my 07 and look forward to keeping it for a long time!
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2006 Sl55 Amg
it s raining and snowing since the day i bought my car
i cant wait to see the sun
yesterday i went to my garage sat in the car for 15 min played with the cd changer ,tried to understand the command control adjusted my seat etc.
what i did didnt make sence to my wife but who cares
i dont try to understand her louis vuitton bags so she dont have to understand me either
i am also planning to keep my sl for some time ,i think it has everthing i want (like my lovely wife
)
i cant wait to see the sun
yesterday i went to my garage sat in the car for 15 min played with the cd changer ,tried to understand the command control adjusted my seat etc.
what i did didnt make sence to my wife but who cares
i dont try to understand her louis vuitton bags so she dont have to understand me either
i am also planning to keep my sl for some time ,i think it has everthing i want (like my lovely wife
)
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SL 500
By updating the ABC system what did that do? I have a 2005 SL500 & I have
test drove a more current model & there is a world of difference in the
responsiveness of the steering. Is it possible for me to upgrade to the '07
Rack & Pinion to get this steering responsiveness? If so what would be the
cost involved? Also, I know for the 2010 SL550 they are going for a more
responsive steering called "Direct Steer".
test drove a more current model & there is a world of difference in the
responsiveness of the steering. Is it possible for me to upgrade to the '07
Rack & Pinion to get this steering responsiveness? If so what would be the
cost involved? Also, I know for the 2010 SL550 they are going for a more
responsive steering called "Direct Steer".
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They are probably available but you'll have to contact Wagonworks in Alexandria, Va. As of Friday I will no longer own the car. It's new owner is Geico and the salvage dealer that submitted the highest bid. It's saddens me to see a car of this quality and reputation go to such an early grave-
