Since 1954, the Mercedes-Benz SL has represented the best luxury grand tourer out of Stuttgart. It's seen long production runs and continues to this day as a Mercedes-Benz icon. The R230 generation saw a ten-year run from 2001 to 2011 and spawned some fine AMG variants. This 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL55 AMG is one such example, and with 39,952 miles on the clock, it's clearly been run very lightly. What makes this 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL55 AMG so special? Let's find out.
An SL's typical color from this era would be shades of gray, black, or blue. Not this 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL55 AMG. The Mars Red paint job shimmers in the sunlight, and this car is clearly for making a statement wherever you go. There's no denying that the shape has aged well, helped by the 18-inch AMG multispoke alloy wheels and low-profile tires. Let's not forget the piece da resistance, the full metal powered folding top. Coupe or convertible, you can have both in one car. Ample AMG badging adorns this car, together with the V8 Supercharged script, and you'll also find quad exhaust tips to let everyone know that this SL packs nearly 500 horses under the hood. Inside, it's a more sober gray leather affair, with seating for two occupants. Remember that the SL always carries the best Mercedes-Benz tech and amenities of the period. That's why you'll find lovely wood trim and power-adjustable seats with heating, ventilation, memory, and massage functionality. More things to discover include a super Bose sound system, dual-zone climate control, cruise control, and the best touchscreen infotainment system that Mercedes-Benz had to offer in 2005, which includes COMAND navigation. Hints of AMG around the cabin include the 200mph speedometer plus drilled and rubber-studded metal pedals,
Pop the hood of this 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL55 AMG, and you'll find the aforementioned supercharged V8 staring back at you. Displacing 5.5 liters, it puts out 493hp and 516lb-ft to the rear wheels. While you may question the 5G-Tronic 5-speed automatic transmission, it was the only thing that Mercedes-Benz had at the time that could handle the engine's massive power and torque. The top speed is capped at 155mph, but Mercedes-Benz claimed at the time that 200mph was a piece of cake for it.
- Up For Sale is Our 2005 Mercedes-benz SL-Class SL55 AMG
- 2005 Model Year Mercedes-benz SL55 AMG Roadster
Mars Red exterior
Gray leather interior
Supercharged 5.4L V8
Automatic transmission - 5 speed
18" Multi spoke AMG wheels
Power folding hard top
Command Navigation system
Cruise control
The Mercedes-Benz SL is one of the German luxury automaker’s longest running nameplates, with direct lineage traceable all the way to 1954. The SL represents the pinnacle luxury grand tourer from Mercedes-Benz that one can buy. It’s not the fastest or most fearsome on a track, but is an exceptionally fine way to go about your daily drive in style and luxury. Today’s 2024 Mercedes-AMG SL55 Roadster comes from the current R232 series and is up for sale in San Diego. It’s got plenty of attractive options, including the AMG Night Package, AMG Carbon Fiber Interior Trim Package, the Load Compartment Package, and more. Buying it should be a no-brainer, but if you’re the sort who needs more information before committing to this 1,486-mile car, read on.
Dating back to 1954, the Mercedes-Benz SL nameplate is one of the automaker’s most hallowed and storied. It’s got a rich history of performance and luxury excellence behind it, and continues to this day. For many, owning a Mercedes-Benz SL is a bucket list item, a sign of treating yourself in life when you’ve finally accomplished all your major goals and aspirations. Now on the R232 generation, the SL continues to captivate the hearts, minds, and, of course, cheque books of those who want a no-compromise luxury sports grand tourer. Today’s car is from that era, and it’s an AMG machine. Say hello to this 2024 Mercedes-AMG SL55 Roadster from San Diego with just 1,486 miles to its name. Packing a host of features, it’s perfect for those who seek perfection in their car.
The Mercedes-Benz SL-Class has been around since 1954, and represents the German automaker’s most luxurious grand touring sports car. The model is an aspiration point for many, as it signifies you’ve made it in life. Along the way, there are many great generations, one of which is the R230 of 2002 to 2011. This series marked a departure from the squared-off Nineties styling of the R129, heralding a new era of design for Mercedes-Benz. Naturally, AMG variants were on offer too. One great example of an AMG-fettled R230 is this 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL55 AMG with less than 17,000 miles on the clock. What’s even sweeter is, the car packs a few enhancements, and can be yours!
Mercedes-Benz has a fine array of grand tourers, but if you want a true-blue sports car with a star on its nose, the Mercedes-AMG GT is as fine as they come. Introduced in 2014, the AMG GT is now in its second generation of production. It’s a fearsome two-door fastback coupe with a twin-turbo V8 under its hood. Hence, it makes for a fine car to drive regularly, and we have a 2024 Mercedes-AMG GT 55 for sale right now. This 3,000-mile machine comes with a 469 horsepower 4.0-liter V8, an AMG Speedshift MCT 9-speed automatic gearbox, all-wheel drive and a host of tech features. It’s currenrly available in Dallas.
If you want a German classic car with some modern conveniences, a V8 under the hood and a fine legacy, you can’t go amiss by choosing a Mercedes-Benz SL from the R107 era. Over 300,000 were made between 1971 and 1989, of which two thirds came to North America. The R107 redefined the term boulevard cruiser, with its performance, luxury interior and driving manners over long distances. If that sounds like your cup of tea, we have this 1989 Mercedes-Benz 560SL for sale right now. It’s from Scottsdale, Arizona, and has covered just over 71,000 miles so far. It’s also got a smooth M177 5.6-liter V8 under the hood.
Formerly called the Mercedes-Benz ML-Class, the GLE represents the midsize sport utility offering from Mercedes-Benz, and has done so since 1997. Then, it was called the ML-Class and rode on a traditional, body on frame configuration. However, since 2005 and the second generation, a unibody construction was adopted, and the M-Class became more road-oriented. The GLE name came in 2015 when the third generation was facelifted, and basically alludes to the model being the SUV equivalent of an E-Class. Today, what we have is a fourth-generation example from the house of Mercedes-AMG. This 2022 Mercedes-AMG GLE53 has traveled just over 27,000 miles and comes with a twin-turbo straight six under the hood. It’s also got 4MATIC all-wheel drive and the usual Mercedes-Benz refinements to enjoy, in its quest to be your next family vehicle. If you’d like to answer its call, let us know.
The Porsche Panamera is a four-door luxury car from Porsche that was introduced for the 2009 model year. Curiously, it’s not the first four-door to come from the German sports car maker; that honor goes to the Cayenne several years earlier. With its coupe-inspired silhouette and sporty driving dynamics, the Panamera is intended to offer a more practical four-door four-seat alternative to the 911. Here, we have a second-generation 2023 Porsche Panamera GTS for sale from California. It’s got just 2,748 miles on the clock and a twin-turbo V8 under the hood. It’s also equipped with the Premium Package, front massage seats and the Burmester 3D High-End Surround Sound Package. If you want a luxurious but engaging to drive four-seater with space for a small family, this car ticks all the boxes.
Vantage has been a tag that Aston Martin used to use to denote the higher-performance variants of their existing cars, such as the DB7. But in 2005, that changed when this prolific British sports car maker decided to make a model called the Vantage. That’s what we have here, a first-generation Aston Martin Vantage V8 for sale from Poquoson, Virginia. The car has got a manual gearbox, a Caspian Blue interior and only over 41,000 miles to its name. If you’d like to experience one of the finest British grand tourers from the mid to late 2000s, as well as channel a little bit of James Bond suaveness, this reportedly all-stock car is ideal.
Formerly called the Mercedes-Benz ML-Class, the GLE represents the midsize sport utility offering from Mercedes-Benz, and has done so since 1997. Then, it was called the ML-Class and rode on a traditional, body on frame configuration. However, since 2005 and the second generation, a unibody construction was adopted, and the M-Class became more road-oriented. The GLE name came in 2015 when the third generation was facelifted, and basically alludes to the model being the SUV equivalent of an E-Class. Today, what we have is a fourth-generation example from the house of Mercedes-AMG. This 2022 Mercedes-AMG GLE53 has traveled just over 27,000 miles and comes with a twin-turbo straight six under the hood. It’s also got 4MATIC all-wheel drive and the usual Mercedes-Benz refinements to enjoy, in its quest to be your next family vehicle. If you’d like to answer its call, let us know.
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