Is the SL55 supercharged?

The Mercedes Benz SL55 AMG is widely regarded as the best overall package Mercedes Benz has ever produced. This convertible cruiser featured a V8 supercharged engine and revitalizes the looks and style of his predecessor the R129 SL55.

What year Mercedes SL is the most reliable?

The 5 Best And 5 Worst Mercedes-Benz SL Models Over The Years

• 5 Worst: 1981-1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL.
• 6 Best: 1963-1971 Mercedes-Benz 280 SL.
• 7 Worst 1994- 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL320 Soft Top.
• 8 Best: 1954-1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Coupe.
• 9 Worst: 2002-2006 Mercedes-Benz SL350.
• 10 Best: 1997-2001 Mercedes-Benz SL 73 AMG.

Is a Mercedes SL a good car?

If you’re looking for a premium convertible for cruising across Europe in comfort, the Mercedes SL is well worth considering. It’s relaxing to drive and comes with a range of powerful engines but it’s beginning to feel a bit dated inside and doesn’t sport as many high-tech features as most alternatives.

How much horsepower does a 2003 SL55 AMG have?

493 hp
2003 Mercedes-Benz SL55 AMG/Horsepower

Is the Mercedes SL a sports car?

The Mercedes-Benz SL-Class (marketed as Mercedes-AMG SL since 2022) is a grand touring sports car manufactured by Mercedes-Benz since 1954. The designation SL derives from the German Sport-Leicht (English: Sport Light).

What is the value of a 2003 Mercedes?

2003 Mercedes-Benz E-Class trade-in prices range from $669 – $9,270. Get a more accurate value for your car with the Edmunds appraisal tool.

Are Mercedes SL500 reliable?

Consumer Reports did single out the new version 2003 SL500 as one of the very least reliable cars sold in 2003, and lo and behold, it also came up as the car with the very highest percentage of customers who would definitely buy one again. Best yet, my Mercedes are all great cars, too.

How fast does a 2003 Mercedes SL55 go?

2003 Mercedes-Benz SL55 AMG. VEHICLE TYPE Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive, 2-passenger, 2-door roadster Curb weight: 4400 lb. PERFORMANCE Zero to 60 mph: 4.6 sec Top speed (governor limited

What kind of engine does a Mercedes Benz SL55 AMG have?

Overview Overview Most Popular SL55 AMG 2dr Convertible 5. Engine Type Gas Transmission 5-speed shiftable automatic Drive Type Rear wheel drive Cylinders V8

How fast is a Mercedes SL500 AMG?

At its 7500-rpm peak, the great sports-racing car topped out at 179 mph. Fast forward to 2002. AMG, Mercedes’ performance arm, has waved its hot-rod wand over the SL500 to create a unique combination of supercar performance and hedonistic comfort. The SL55 AMG is fast, and 55 percent more powerful than the SL.

How much power does a Mercedes-Benz 300SLR have?

The 3.0-liter straight-eight powering the Mercedes-Benz 300SLR that Stirling Moss famously drove to victory in the 1955 Mille Miglia produced 302 horsepower. At its 7500-rpm peak, the great sports-racing car topped out at 179 mph. Fast forward to 2002.