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Re: ***Testdrove a 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL350*** - 06-12-2008, 01:22 PM

Nice read as always

You got me worried about the handling? u didn't try the sport setting Chris right?
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Re: ***Testdrove a 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL350*** - 06-13-2008, 11:25 AM

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^ especially with more people choosing to downsize from V8s to V6s.

Do you think the days of Merc V8s are numbered?


I still think the SL is the most desirable model ....even with its less-than-successful face lift.
You're right Rob, we're one of those people.

I'm honestly waiting to see this car quite eagerly... If a V6 can produce such decent numbers, there is really good reason to downgrade (for environmental reasons). Besides, my dad is getting on with age, he would probably prefer a boulevard cruiser than a outright sports car (our Sport GT).
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Re: ***Testdrove a 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL350*** - 06-13-2008, 04:01 PM

Great review wimmer, nice photos to..

So, what makes me think the SL350 isn`t equipped with ABC suspension, a faster steering rack and quicker breakes like it`s bigger brother the SL550.

I`ll bet the 550 is more driver oriented.., whats your opinion on that..
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Re: ***Testdrove a 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL350*** - 06-14-2008, 07:05 AM

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Nice read as always

You got me worried about the handling? u didn't try the sport setting Chris right?
I didn't think of that when driving the car but I am pretty sure there must have been a button that would have changed the mode of the suspension.

That said, the car didn't handle badly but I was simply expecting more based on the positive reviews.
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Re: ***Testdrove a 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL350*** - 06-14-2008, 07:09 AM

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Great review wimmer, nice photos to..
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I`ll bet the 550 is more driver oriented.., whats your opinion on that..
Could be, but I suspect I missed a button that would change the mode of the suspension.

I think the SL350 might actually handle a bit better than the SL550 because of less weight upfront (lighter V6 compared to the V8).
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Re: ***Testdrove a 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL350*** - 06-14-2008, 08:22 AM

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I didn't think of that when driving the car but I am pretty sure there must have been a button that would have changed the mode of the suspension.

That said, the car didn't handle badly but I was simply expecting more based on the positive reviews.
The SL350 doesn't come with ABC as standard right? i think it'd help a lot if it equipped with it
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Re: ***Testdrove a 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL350*** - 06-14-2008, 10:20 AM

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The SL350 doesn't come with ABC as standard right? i think it'd help a lot if it equipped with it
Right! It is an extra - costs 4.000 €!!
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Re: ***Testdrove a 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL350*** - 06-18-2008, 06:23 AM

Guess that solves the problem. No ABC, no handling.
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Re: ***Testdrove a 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL350*** - 06-18-2008, 06:49 AM

hey loveley review wimmer and glad you starting to love the sl facelift i havent seen a real one yet but i think it looks awesome infront makes the beutifull pre facelift look dated to me...

hey wimmer i sent you some pics off the c63 if you could poist for me thanks...
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Re: ***Testdrove a 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL350*** - 06-18-2008, 11:21 AM

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hey loveley review wimmer and glad you starting to love the sl facelift i havent seen a real one yet but i think it looks awesome infront makes the beutifull pre facelift look dated to me...

hey wimmer i sent you some pics off the c63 if you could poist for me thanks...
Hi,

Will post them ASAP. My internet is a bit slow at the moment and even though your files are small in size I can't seem to download them right now. Will try to in a few hours.
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