Used Car Expert Fault Guides tell you the common Mercedes Sl Class faults and wear items that can become problems and big bills for their owner.
Independent research indicated that using our fault guides to check a car before you buy it can save you an average of £300 in surprise bills and hidden problems.
That's because our Mercedes Sl Class fault guides are written so that anyone can understand them – even if you know nothing about cars and have no tools. For every common fault, we tell you what to look for, what it means and what it costs.
Select your Mercedes Sl Class fault guide:
Mercedes Sl (1992 - 2002) Fault Guide
Mercedes Sl (2002 To Present) Fault Guide
Mercedes Sl (1992 - 2002) Fault Guide
We know of 15 MERCEDES SL (1992 - 2002) faults which our fault check guide makes it easy for you to spot and avoid.
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3 engine faults
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5 suspension wear items or faults
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3 interior problems
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2 bodywork issues
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2 recalls
Here's an example fault on the MERCEDES SL (1992 - 2002)
What to look for:
Open the bonnet and look at the front of the engine. Check that there isn’t any oil weeping out of the top and dripping down either of the front corners of the engine.
What it means:
Oil weeping or dripping out of this part of the engine means the head gasket 'goal post' seal needs replacing. If not spotted early enough the head gasket itself will need to be skimmed.
What to do
Have the repair completed. Negotiate a £100 discount for the seal and a further £600 if the head gasket needs to be skimmed.
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Mercedes Sl (2002 To Present) Fault Guide
We know of 9 MERCEDES SL (2002 to Present) faults which our fault check guide makes it easy for you to spot and avoid.
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2 engine faults
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1 suspension wear items or faults
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1 interior problems
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3 bodywork issues
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2 recalls
Here's an example fault on the MERCEDES SL (2002 to Present)
What to look for:
Accelerate briskly during the test drive to ensure that car changes gear smoothly.
What it means:
If the gear change is harsh then the transmission will need to be stripped and repaired.
What to do
Negotiate a £1,500 discount or have the repair completed.
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