Dnk Posted May 29, 2015 Author Share Posted May 29, 2015 Dare I mention a Z4? Some nice 3L autos knocking about. H. I was tempted with one a mate has at his workshop that the owner wants rid of, its a Black 3.0 SE 05 plate done 60k for £6500 2 owners but its just not ticking all the boxes other than its cheap and Black and in very nice condition Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dr_jekyll Posted May 29, 2015 Share Posted May 29, 2015 I had an sl500, beautiful car but I was allways driving it waiting for something to break, I wasn't filled with confidence in it. cant put my finger on why, just didn't feel like it would like me driving it hard. for an 11k convertible id have to buy an x150 xk. every time we have one in I just want to keep it dribble Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Havard Posted May 29, 2015 Share Posted May 29, 2015 I was tempted with one a mate has at his workshop that the owner wants rid of, its a Black 3.0 SE 05 plate done 60k for £6500 2 owners but its just not ticking all the boxes other than its cheap and Black and in very nice condition Not sure what the normal roadsters are like Dunk. The M is savage and probably not suited to a more "seasoned" gentleman. At 40 I am wondering if it is a bit much for me. H. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Havard Posted May 29, 2015 Share Posted May 29, 2015 I had an sl500, beautiful car but I was allways driving it waiting for something to break, I wasn't filled with confidence in it. cant put my finger on why, just didn't feel like it would like me driving it hard. for an 11k convertible id have to buy an x150 xk. every time we have one in I just want to keep it dribble http://images.gtcarlot.com/gtgallery/photo.php?id=31375070 This was going to be my next shout. Beautiful cars if you want an auto. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dnk Posted May 29, 2015 Author Share Posted May 29, 2015 I had an sl500, beautiful car but I was allways driving it waiting for something to break, I wasn't filled with confidence in it. cant put my finger on why, just didn't feel like it would like me driving it hard. for an 11k convertible id have to buy an x150 xk. every time we have one in I just want to keep it dribble http://images.gtcarlot.com/gtgallery/photo.php?id=31375070 The one in the link is not quite an £11k car though is it an 06 plate with 75k is £20,000 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dr_jekyll Posted May 29, 2015 Share Posted May 29, 2015 yea...but you know worth it few for extra £s Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dnk Posted May 29, 2015 Author Share Posted May 29, 2015 yea...but you know worth it few for extra £s Lol,,, yes just a few more like double and then some I can have an SL55 AMG and be fully nuts for that money Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dnk Posted May 29, 2015 Author Share Posted May 29, 2015 This one is under £20k http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201505163521525/sort/pricedesc/onesearchad/used/fuel-type/petrol/transmission/automatic/make/mercedes-benz/body-type/convertible/radius/1501/engine-size-cars/5lplus/page/1/channel/cars/postcode/b975qe/usedcars/price-to/25000/maximum-mileage/up_to_60000_miles/model/sl_class?logcode=p Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dr_jekyll Posted May 30, 2015 Share Posted May 30, 2015 Love it. That is the car you must buy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abtin90 Posted May 30, 2015 Share Posted May 30, 2015 This one is under £20k http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201505163521525/sort/pricedesc/onesearchad/used/fuel-type/petrol/transmission/automatic/make/mercedes-benz/body-type/convertible/radius/1501/engine-size-cars/5lplus/page/1/channel/cars/postcode/b975qe/usedcars/price-to/25000/maximum-mileage/up_to_60000_miles/model/sl_class?logcode=p Price is good however I'm not a fan of the wheels, are they stock amg wheels? Also unsure on the interior, looks nice now but may become a bit too much later. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Havard Posted May 30, 2015 Share Posted May 30, 2015 I would keep away from the SL55 if I were you Dunk. Some eye watering bills are highly probable. 500 or 350 if you want to keep your wallet heavy. H. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abtin90 Posted May 30, 2015 Share Posted May 30, 2015 If your looking to spend £20k I'd be looking at a nice clean 997 3.8 auto. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dnk Posted May 30, 2015 Author Share Posted May 30, 2015 If your looking to spend £20k I'd be looking at a nice clean 997 3.8 auto. An 05 plate with 60,000 miles is £25k The budget is going out the window rapidly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dnk Posted May 30, 2015 Author Share Posted May 30, 2015 I would keep away from the SL55 if I were you Dunk. Some eye watering bills are highly probable. 500 or 350 if you want to keep your wallet heavy. H. I agree mate, that's why i was looking at the 350 and trying hard to not even contemplate an SL55 or even the SL500 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abtin90 Posted May 30, 2015 Share Posted May 30, 2015 An 05 plate with 60,000 miles is £25k The budget is going out the window rapidly Nope this meets all the criteria at £20k 2005, 45k miles, FSH, and warranty, best colour too after grey. Automatic and all. http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201505283843593/sort/default/model/911_mk_997/onesearchad/used%2Cnearlynew%2Cnew/channel/cars/usedcars/radius/1501/make/porsche/quicksearch/true/postcode/tw12ln/page/1?logcode=p Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abtin90 Posted May 30, 2015 Share Posted May 30, 2015 Actually just noticed the one I posted is 3.6 still a good price and option if your looking to spend £20k, I have seen the 3.8 models for close to £20k before. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dnk Posted May 30, 2015 Author Share Posted May 30, 2015 Its a coupe I'm after a convertible Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abtin90 Posted May 30, 2015 Share Posted May 30, 2015 Its a coupe I'm after a convertible [emoji16] I should have read the thread properly. I think the SL is the best choice then. I refrain from posting anymore Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dnk Posted May 31, 2015 Author Share Posted May 31, 2015 [emoji16] I should have read the thread properly. I think the SL is the best choice then. I refrain from posting anymore I'm 99% convinced i want an SL350, just looking for the right one now Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dnk Posted May 31, 2015 Author Share Posted May 31, 2015 I quite like this but looks a tad overpriced at £14750, just for a giggle the boys at webuyanycar put it at £10485 !! http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201505253760196/sort/default/usedcars/onesearchad/used/radius/1501/channel/cars/price-from/9000/model/sl_class/price-to/25000/maximum-mileage/up_to_60000_miles/engine-size-cars/3l_to_3-9l/postcode/b975qe/page/4/make/mercedes-benz?logcode=p This looks a much better deal and actually looks too cheap, not a big fan of the wheels on it though http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201505293857596/sort/default/usedcars/onesearchad/used/radius/1501/channel/cars/price-from/9000/model/sl_class/price-to/25000/maximum-mileage/up_to_60000_miles/engine-size-cars/3l_to_3-9l/postcode/b975qe/page/4/make/mercedes-benz?logcode=p Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob wild Posted May 31, 2015 Share Posted May 31, 2015 Probably not everyone's cup of tea but I really like my S5. It's a good blend of practicality I.e. I can take the family out but then on my own it's a pretty quick (0-60 in 3.9) obviously mapped, pulley, miltek exhaust with a custom mid section etc etc sounds like this:- Only with this now as I've got the revo intake https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=uhQpOy3LqYE Sounds mental! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dnk Posted May 31, 2015 Author Share Posted May 31, 2015 I love the engineering etc but the looks just don't do it for me with Audi's I don't need anything silly quick or modded other than say a set of wheels. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j_jza80 Posted May 31, 2015 Share Posted May 31, 2015 I would not touch one of those SL's with someone elses bargepole. My dad had an Sl500 from new, and was forever having issues with the roof, suspension, stereo etc. He was lucky that it was all covered by warranty, as I dread to think what some of the bills would have come to. It was a beautiful looking car in tellur silver (IIRC, it was a very light met. blue), but the interior felt cheap too for what it was, and although it was quick, it did not feel sporty. He changed if for an XKR convertible, which was in a different league in all respects. I would be looking at the R129 shape SL500, especially one of the last silver arrow editions. The values of these are rocketing, and they are regarded as one of the best built cars of all. They don't have the trick folding hardtop, but they can come with a lovely panoramic removable hardtop. http://www.nutleysports.co.uk/MercSL500Arrow-Silver1.jpg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dnk Posted May 31, 2015 Author Share Posted May 31, 2015 I guess there's not a car made that doesn't have a few problems with some individual cars suffering worse than others. The SL350 doesn't have the dodgy ABC suspension which is why i was looking them, its an option from what i can see so still need to be careful. Plenty of happy owners on merc forums and of course a few that have a car with a list of faults. I best stick with my E46 but as good as they are they have inbuilt problems too, rear sub frames cracking being the worst, it's just had a re call for an airbag problem, drivers mirror ribbon failure is common and you can't fix other than buy a new mirror at £300 + I don't want older i want newer, the 129 for me is a non starter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Havard Posted May 31, 2015 Share Posted May 31, 2015 I would go 350 then. Reading up on PH last night (don't know why), the lack of air suspensions seems to eradicate a lot of the complaints from owners where one side has dropped etc. Electrical problems are always a possibility though. If you don't want blistering performance then it sounds like a nice cruiser. H. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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