2004 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Review

Name: 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Review
Brand: Mercedes-Benz
Price: 4148 USD
Rating: 4.8 (129 reviews)

Price Estimate: $4,148 - $6,262

2003 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class SL500 2dr Convertible

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Mercedes-Benz SL-Class types

Convertible
SL55 AMG

Edmunds' Expert Review

by the Edmunds Experts

Pros

Seductive style, quick folding retractable hardtop, commendable performance, ride and handling.

Cons

Heavy for a "sports car," limited cargo capacity.

What’s new

The V12 SL600 is added to the lineup, while the SL500 gets an industry-first seven-speed automatic transmission and an integrated "Keyless Go" keyfob.

Edmunds says

Between its elegant styling, impressive performance and cutting-edge technology, the SL roadster still reigns as the quintessential luxury drop top.

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2004 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
SL600 Convertible
$25,995
fair price
$1,004 above market
- 38,886 miles
- No accidents, 3 owners, personal use only
- 12cyl automatic
- Perfect 10 Auto (216 mi away)
- Navigation
- Leather Seats
- Upgraded Headlights
- Power Driver Seat
- Multi-Zone Climate C...
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Located in Spring Lake Park, MN
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
14 Combined MPG (12 City/17 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: WDBSK76F44F070030
Stock: V383
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 12-01-2024
2004 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
SL500 Convertible
$11,988
- 106,515 miles
- 1 accident, 6 owners, personal use
- 8cyl automatic
- Gretna Auto Outlet (346 mi away)
- Navigation
- Leather Seats
- Upgraded Headlights
- Power Driver Seat
- Multi-Zone Climate C...
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Located in Gretna, NE
Gretna Auto Outlet Sales 12190 South 216 Plaza Gretna, NE 68028 4**-3**-5***
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: No
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
17 Combined MPG (14 City/21 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: WDBSK75F14F070861
Stock: 18588
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 05-09-2025

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Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Owner Reviews

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2004 Mercedes-Benz SL500 - UNRELIABLE

MMATLOCK, 12/19/2004

2004 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class SL500 2dr Convertible (5.0L 8cyl 7A)

Well, here we go. I bought my SL500 in March of '04 and immediately the top failed. It was recalled for brakes in June. Its transmission failed and had to be replaced in October. Rains came in November and the trunk/top leaked. The dealer assured me that this was an "isolated" incident. Unfortunately it happened to me. They had to replace the trunk hinges. I have never owned a …

Premium Price -Poor Quality?

Beautiful, Quality, 02/14/2009

2004 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class SL500 2dr Convertible (5.0L 8cyl 7A)

Beautiful car that gets a lot of looks. Fit and finish are right on par with what you would expect from a Mercedes. We have had many problems with the quality of this car: Broken interior panels, faulty anti-lock relay, faulty anti-lock brake pump, broken baffles inside gas tank (had to replace gas tank!). Now the ignition system has just failed. 53,250 miles, and many rented loaners. We …

LOVE/HATE RELATIONSHIP

llenroc74, 05/26/2004

2004 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class SL500 2dr Convertible (5.0L 8cyl 7A)

I LOVE THIS CAR. I HATE THIS CAR. EVERYTHING IS GREAT EXCEPT BUILD QUALITY AND RELIABILITY. DEALER REPLACED TRANSMISSION AT 1,300 MILES. BRAKES (Sensotronic) STILL DON'T WORK CORRECTLY. DEALER SERVICE IS APPALING. M/B CUSTOMER SERVICE (Montvale, NJ) IS RUDE AND UNHELPFUL. TRYING TO INVOKE MY RIGHTS UNDER NYS LEMON LAW SEEMS FUTILE. MY 4th M/B SL AND MY LAST.

TOTAL NIGHTMARE!!!

Matthew Garlough, 03/31/2016

2004 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class SL600 2dr Convertible (5.5L 12cyl Turbo 5A)

I purchased a pre-owned SL600 in spring 2013, and problems occurred almost immediately after leaving the lot. Dash displayed a TPMS issue, so I brought it back to find out that sensors for this were never installed but I could add them for $200 per tire. Less than 3 mo/3,000 miles later a hydraulic suspension hose burst lowering the car to the ground, and replacement for this was …

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2004 SL-Class Highlights

Type:

Convertible

Trim:

SL500

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$88,800
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	17 MPG
Cost to Drive	$285/month
Seating	2 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	10.2 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive
Warranty	4 years / 50,000 miles

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Safety

Key safety features on the SL-Class include:

Alarm
Stability Control

IIHS Rating

The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.

Small Overlap Front Driver-Side Test
Not Tested
Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side Test
Not Tested
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original
Not Tested
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Updated
Not Tested
Side Impact Test – Original
Not Tested
Side Impact Test – Updated
Not Tested
Roof Strength Test
Not Tested
Rear Crash Protection / Head Restraint
Marginal

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2004 Mercedes-Benz SL-ClassSL600 Convertible

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2004 Mercedes-Benz SL-ClassSL500 Convertible

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Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class SL500 2dr Convertible (5.0L 8cyl 7A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.91 per gallon for premium unleaded in North Dakota.

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2004 Mercedes-Benz SL500 - UNRELIABLE

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TOTAL NIGHTMARE!!!

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Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class SL500 2dr Convertible (5.0L 8cyl 7A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.91 per gallon for premium unleaded in North Dakota.}