oldpoolboy

the car is an 08, black with stone, 030 option, p1 option and 10,000 miles. It seems perfect. I need to know what I should pay for this car, in the northeast, private sale. thanks for the help

damian155

try KBB, edmunds, or nada.com for a starting point.

Sunir

SL55 prices are all over the place. depending on the year and packages. I would try edmunds or KBB

jrgator

I have an '07 with the same color combo, and really like it. Good luck.

LOVEMYBS

I just tried to sell my 07 with the 030 and most options, no luck. I did a lot of research before listing it for $57K on eBay. Based upon what I know now I would not pay more than $68-$70K for an 08 regardless of what KBB and Edmund's recommend. The options you mention although desirable don't add much to the resale value. SL prices are free falling right now as the supply increases and demand decreases. If I were you I would also consider/buy a used Porsche 997TT and skip the SL. JMHO

FLSL55

I test drove THREE 997 turbo's!
Two 996 turbo's
An M5
Z06

Non of the cars above held a candle to my SL for all around comfort, power, style and luxury.

I would take an Audi R8 over my car but it's still too much $$.

Keep looking and SKIP the Porsche.

Sunir

So your selling your SL55 even though you like the power, styling, and comfort...what are you getting into next?

FLSL55

GTR!!!

The Lexus will have to do as the luxury vehicle for a while.

sf65

I think mid to low $70K would be a reasonable price. Prices are indeed coming doing lately.
SF Benz has a SL65 (http://www.sfbenz.com/certified/Merc...fc41866d9c.htm) that was originally listed for nearly $100K and it's already 12K down.

I too prefer the SL over the 996TT and possibly the 997, but as a used car SL is a much better value (READ they depreciate quickly) so obviously someone buying it new would be less happy.

LOVEMYBS

Respectfully I can't disagree with you more when it comes to Porsche vs. SL depreciation. A used Porsche turbo holds its value over time a lot better than an SL. Compare the prices of used 996TT/997TT's in Edmund's, KBB, eBay, auctions etc to the same model year SL's and I think you'll agree with me. I too agree the SL vs. Porsche ergonomics, ride, and overall comfort are better than a Porsche but that is subjective and really depends on which camp you're in (MB or Porsche). I also believe that Porsche quality is a lot better than Benz especially in the early to mid MY 2000 cars. Although Benz has made great QA improvements in recent years a recent study by JD Powers claims that Porsche is still ranked number one in quality and resale value. Don't get me wrong I love my SL55 and think it's a great car but its time at least for me to move on to a car that is more reliable, holds its value better, and is equally fun to drive. I don't know yet if that will be a 997TT, BMW M3 convertible, GTR or ?

Sunir

GTR is surely a nice choice. What a car for the money!