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Old Mar 23, 2012 | 04:50 PM
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How tall can fit in SL55 AMG?

Currently own an S550, and considering getting rid of my Challenger SRT8 for an 07+ sl55 AMG. I am 6'3" and weight in at 250. Amazingly there are NONE of these cars close to me. If I am going to go test drive one, I want to know that I am not wasting my time driving somewhere to do so.

Just looking to see how big some of you are that drive these cars. Thanks!
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Old Mar 23, 2012 | 05:12 PM
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Originally Posted by desant89
Currently own an S550, and considering getting rid of my Challenger SRT8 for an 07+ sl55 AMG. I am 6'3" and weight in at 250. Amazingly there are NONE of these cars close to me. If I am going to go test drive one, I want to know that I am not wasting my time driving somewhere to do so.

Just looking to see how big some of you are that drive these cars. Thanks!
I'm 6'4" and I don't have any problems in my SL. Seat needs to be pushed back all the way though. But then I can sit just comfortably... so you shouldn't have a problem.

About your weight,... can't comment on that, but I've seen people getting off an R230 way heavier than I am (I'm around 100 kg). So you should be okay there also.

Don't expect the interior to be too spacious though. Despite its exterior dimensions, MB managed to keep the interior somewhat cramped (with its big dash panel, big seats etc.).
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Old Mar 23, 2012 | 10:22 PM
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Damn you tall guys. I'm 5'9" and 172lbs and I fit in my car fine.

When I go to the bar to order drinks, I stand on my tip toes to hit on females if they are taller then me. LOL.

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Old Mar 24, 2012 | 02:55 PM
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I am 6' 1" and 230 and I am totally comfortable. It has a bit more leg room and height than my old R129 so maybe you can find a previous model SL500 as a test case.
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Old Mar 25, 2012 | 02:02 AM
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Don't think about getting a SLK, which I almost did. I'm only 5' 10" and a little heavy, & that car was tight for me . I'm swimming in room in my SL.
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Old Mar 25, 2012 | 07:16 AM
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Nice fit

I am 6'3, 200....no problems, very comfortable..........
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Old Mar 25, 2012 | 12:13 PM
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Old Apr 23, 2012 | 12:33 PM
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You'll be fine. I'm about the same size and we also have an s550, have had Sls, CLKS, etc. You'll fit fine. Good luck on your search!
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