SLS/R197/C197 AMG: Optimum time to buy SLS: Bottom Depreciation curve; 4yr warranty tail; 5yr: 2017-2018
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2011 SLS AMG coupe, 1997 Yellow/Blk Hummer H1, 2014 Monterey Blue SLS AMG GT roadster
No AMG performance. I do not see the button in the center console.
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In 2011, you could get AMG Performance Suspension but it didn't have an on/off button. It's just always active. I know this because I occasionally have to vacuum under the seats to retrieve my dental fillings. 
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2011 SLS Gullwing
Code 486 - AMG Performance Suspension
Stiffer steel springs and shock absorbers for enhanced dynamic capability in high-performance driving situations. Optional – $1,500est
(Important Note: The AMG Performance Suspension features stiffer springs and shock absorbers which can have an impact on ride quality/compliance. This option is not recommended for customers who do not favor a very stiff ride with limited rebound and compression characteristics.
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2011 SLS Gullwing
I have it on mine, really only bothers me on bad pothole roads. It's stiff but not outrageously. I haven't driven a non-version so don't have that to compare to, but I'm happy mine had that option since I like anything performance enhancing.
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2011 SLS AMG, 2011 CL63amg, 2013 ram 1500, 2016 Denali XL
Highly optioned SLS for sale and it looks like its priced right w/ low miles.
http://www.jbamotors.com/2011-Merced...esa-AZ/6086686
http://www.jbamotors.com/2011-Merced...esa-AZ/6086686
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'00 SL600
Highly optioned SLS for sale and it looks like its priced right w/ low miles.
http://www.jbamotors.com/2011-Merced...esa-AZ/6086686
http://www.jbamotors.com/2011-Merced...esa-AZ/6086686
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2011 SLS Gullwing
Highly optioned SLS for sale and it looks like its priced right w/ low miles.
http://www.jbamotors.com/2011-Merced...esa-AZ/6086686
http://www.jbamotors.com/2011-Merced...esa-AZ/6086686
http://www.ebay.com/itm/2011-Mercede...-/192072047333
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It's a GREAT time to buy these cars right now. The Black Series will be a million plus by 2027 and everything other SLS will be $400- 500k by then. Remember... in the USA Ford GTs ...out number SLSs by 2 to 1!
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2011 SLS AMG coupe, 1997 Yellow/Blk Hummer H1, 2014 Monterey Blue SLS AMG GT roadster
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Hello All,
Introducing myself and congratulating you all on your SLS.
First off, I am a die-hard M-B fan and have a '68 250 SL that was mechanically restored by the Mercedes Classic Center in Irvine, CA; I have owned it since 1991.
Missed out on buying 300 SL's when they were in the $150-300 range back in 90s!
I also have a '06 FORD GT and I am a big fan of owning limited production iconic exotic / collector cars. I watched with great interest the price dynamics of the Z8, SLR and Carrera GT.
I am targeting buying a SLS when it hits $100K:
-5-7 years appears to be bottom of depreciation curve for limited production / iconic exotics
-To get min 1yr left on 4yr factory warranty (eg, '13-14 Model yr?)
-Can Factory Mercedes Extended Warranties only be added to cars still IN OEM warranty period OR added after by 2nd owner.
My preference is a 2011 Iridium, Black Leather, no options with base 5 Star/double-finned wheels (I buy all my cars with $0 options on window sticker
Now, I realize asking on an M-B SLS Forum if they believe the SLS will depreciate another 25%-33% from today is like asking parents if their baby is ugly?!?
Well, I am asking from a pure economic/valuation point and in relation to $185K base MSRP:
Introducing myself and congratulating you all on your SLS.
First off, I am a die-hard M-B fan and have a '68 250 SL that was mechanically restored by the Mercedes Classic Center in Irvine, CA; I have owned it since 1991.
Missed out on buying 300 SL's when they were in the $150-300 range back in 90s!
I also have a '06 FORD GT and I am a big fan of owning limited production iconic exotic / collector cars. I watched with great interest the price dynamics of the Z8, SLR and Carrera GT.
I am targeting buying a SLS when it hits $100K:
-5-7 years appears to be bottom of depreciation curve for limited production / iconic exotics
-To get min 1yr left on 4yr factory warranty (eg, '13-14 Model yr?)
-Can Factory Mercedes Extended Warranties only be added to cars still IN OEM warranty period OR added after by 2nd owner.
My preference is a 2011 Iridium, Black Leather, no options with base 5 Star/double-finned wheels (I buy all my cars with $0 options on window sticker
Now, I realize asking on an M-B SLS Forum if they believe the SLS will depreciate another 25%-33% from today is like asking parents if their baby is ugly?!?
Well, I am asking from a pure economic/valuation point and in relation to $185K base MSRP:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/2011-Merced...1Z3jTH&vxp=mtr
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Yes, been in contact with seller(s); sold (twice) for $139K via a Joplin, MS, ebay listing; now via a TX listing, sold for $139K here too, now relisted
This 2yr odyssey has been quite interesting; and my predictions from 2yrs ago are not far off...
Looked at half dozen Iridium/ BLK / 5-spoke cars ; bid $155K (declined my bid, later sold for $145K) and walked away from rest: "you are buying the seller, not the car" as the wise advice goes. Another 3 cars on market now.
Saw full round trip of prices go to $175+K and now back down to half dozen listings in $130sK for 20-30K mi. car.
In the meantime my $150K has gone up 25+% (and counting) in the stock market.
As another thread on current values says: "serious collectors can afford to wait for right car"
I'll find the right car.
This 2yr odyssey has been quite interesting; and my predictions from 2yrs ago are not far off...
Looked at half dozen Iridium/ BLK / 5-spoke cars ; bid $155K (declined my bid, later sold for $145K) and walked away from rest: "you are buying the seller, not the car" as the wise advice goes. Another 3 cars on market now.
Saw full round trip of prices go to $175+K and now back down to half dozen listings in $130sK for 20-30K mi. car.
In the meantime my $150K has gone up 25+% (and counting) in the stock market.
As another thread on current values says: "serious collectors can afford to wait for right car"
I'll find the right car.
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Not to beat a dead-horse or raise a 4yr old thread...
Seems like a new floor, 10 SLS coupes now listed in $120K's on Autotrader (and even below, granted the $110-115Ks ones have accident history).
3 from M-B dealers with ~20K mileage; including one offering a $147K car, 10 days later for $129K.
My take is selling owners firmly believed their cars were $150K cars until they weren't; and now belatedly are realizing $125K cars, and dont want to miss that floor on way to $100K
Maybe its "peak auto" after-math, industry wide sales down-turn, floor-plan financing, automonous, uber or 10yr anniversary.
Seems like a new floor, 10 SLS coupes now listed in $120K's on Autotrader (and even below, granted the $110-115Ks ones have accident history).
3 from M-B dealers with ~20K mileage; including one offering a $147K car, 10 days later for $129K.
My take is selling owners firmly believed their cars were $150K cars until they weren't; and now belatedly are realizing $125K cars, and dont want to miss that floor on way to $100K
Maybe its "peak auto" after-math, industry wide sales down-turn, floor-plan financing, automonous, uber or 10yr anniversary.
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From: Mandeville, La.
2011 SLS AMG coupe, 1997 Yellow/Blk Hummer H1, 2014 Monterey Blue SLS AMG GT roadster
Not to beat a dead-horse or raise a 4yr old thread...
Seems like a new floor, 10 SLS coupes now listed in $120K's on Autotrader (and even below, granted the $110-115Ks ones have accident history).
3 from M-B dealers with ~20K mileage; including one offering a $147K car, 10 days later for $129K.
My take is selling owners firmly believed their cars were $150K cars until they weren't; and now belatedly are realizing $125K cars, and dont want to miss that floor on way to $100K
Maybe its "peak auto" after-math, industry wide sales down-turn, floor-plan financing, automonous, uber or 10yr anniversary.
Seems like a new floor, 10 SLS coupes now listed in $120K's on Autotrader (and even below, granted the $110-115Ks ones have accident history).
3 from M-B dealers with ~20K mileage; including one offering a $147K car, 10 days later for $129K.
My take is selling owners firmly believed their cars were $150K cars until they weren't; and now belatedly are realizing $125K cars, and dont want to miss that floor on way to $100K
Maybe its "peak auto" after-math, industry wide sales down-turn, floor-plan financing, automonous, uber or 10yr anniversary.
For the SLS AMG, vehicle’s with under 10k are still going for $167k or more. Try to find a well optioned car, with under 5k, good color, collector owner/maintained and one-two owners that is appropriately price.....they don’t exist! And when they do come onto the market, they sell in a very short period of time. Trust me, I know. I sold my silver coupe with the hopes of buying a Black Series. The car sold in 5 days and I had two competing buyers. I regret selling. So the search continues!
I know of a few low mileage, well optioned cars but unfortunately the owners refuse to sell and if they are willing, they want a premium. Just my take on the market!
