2006-11-08 11:40:49 · 5 answers · asked by zamaboat 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Car Makes ➔ Mercedes-Benz
I have a 1988 560 SL. It has been with me since new, and although it is not a car that I use everyday, in all of these years it has not given me any trouble. It has had very low maintenance, just oil changes. Today the odometer has some 170,000 miles, and the whole car, feels, drives and looks as good as new.
2006-11-08 16:13:04 · answer #1 · answered by Pablo 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I bought a 1986 560SL in 1999 for $17,000. I love, love, love this car. It is my toy and I have taken it on three long road trips one of 4,000 miles in Washington, Oregon,California, Arizona, New Mexico, Utah and Idaho. I put a new timing chain on it and did a few other repairs since then probably putting about $5,000 into it in 15 years. It runs like a charm and looks fantastic. Wherever I go people remark on what a gorgeous car it is. Mercedes-Benz is a fine automobile and this car being 28 years old is so much more vehicle than other cars this age or even younger. I have 176,000 miles on it and purchased it with 126,000. It is my fun car so it isn't driven daily as you can see. I would never discourage you from the joy this car can bring, just have it checked out by a reputable shop. If you are anywhere near Portland, Oregon Hartmann Motors is the best shop you will find for working on Mercedes.
2016-05-21 23:03:02 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Generally, ze MB 560SL is a pretty reliable car with regular maintenance, and zhey are not as complicated as many newer models which have more technology added. Many of zese have been pampered since new, so there are significant numbers of these around which have not accumulated mega miles, as they are somewhat treated as weekend cars by many. Resale is pretty high because of the semi classic status.. However, it is now over 20 years old so it will be prone to having issues that most all cars experience in that time frame. Get the history and have it checked over if contemplating a purchase. If zit rings your meter, go for it while being very careful. Zis it for daily driving or weekends? Ask yourself.
2006-11-08 13:41:37 · answer #3 · answered by DR. C 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As long as you keep it maintained this is a very solid car. Trans may need to be overhauled around 150,000 but that's about the only big ticket on that car.
2006-11-08 12:11:55 · answer #4 · answered by uthockey32 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Very, if it is well maintained. I owned a 1985 500SL European model. It was a great driving very reliable car.
2006-11-08 14:59:43 · answer #5 · answered by Craig 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋