2005 Mercedes-Benz SL500

15 CommentsPosted as: ClearPOST COMMENT December 18th, 2023 at 5:59pm EST$11,000 bid placed by @2doorguruDecember 18th, 2023 at 5:58pm EST$10,500 bid placed by @DDanversDecember 18th, 2023 at 5:57pm EST$10,250 bid placed by @2doorguruDecember 18th, 2023 at 5:56pm EST$10,000 bid placed by @DDanversDecember 18th, 2023 at 5:55pm EST$9,750 bid placed by @2doorguruDecember 18th, 2023 at 5:54pm EST$9,500 bid placed by @DDanversDecember 18th, 2023 at 5:52pm EST$9,250 bid placed by @2doorguruDecember 18th, 2023 at 5:51pm EST$9,000 bid placed by @Yellowsun_December 18th, 2023 at 5:50pm EST$8,750 bid placed by @DDanversDecember 18th, 2023 at 5:50pm ESTHurstT (7) [email protected]'re funny!December 18th, 2023 at 5:50pm EST$8,250 bid placed by @DDanversDecember 18th, 2023 at 5:50pm EST$8,500 bid placed by @Yellowsun_December 18th, 2023 at 5:48pm EST$8,000 bid placed by @2doorguruDecember 18th, 2023 at 5:35pm EST$7,750 bid placed by @DDanversDecember 18th, 2023 at 5:19pm EST$7,500 bid placed by @2doorguruDecember 18th, 2023 at 5:08pm ESTwfbonney (0) 0I would like to remove my bidDecember 18th, 2023 at 5:05pm EST$7,250 bid placed by @wfbonneyDecember 18th, 2023 at 3:56pm EST$7,000 bid placed by @ShameerDecember 18th, 2023 at 12:16pm EST$6,502 bid placed by @2doorguruDecember 18th, 2023 at 11:52am EST$6,252 bid placed by @RfllanteroDecember 18th, 2023 at 11:35am EST$5,750 bid placed by @2doorguruDecember 18th, 2023 at 10:29am ESTKingKitty (69) 0@MBALLDAY I have to question your logic, as it doesn't make sense to me. Are you suggesting that people who are not "certified" are not qualified to comment? I never claimed superior knowledge, just experience. And I'm "certified", as in NIASE Master Technician. Does that make me able to comment?December 18th, 2023 at 9:57am ESTMBALLDAY (3) 1@kingkitty Service Advisors are not mechanics but we have the front and back end knowledge of these cars that we keep on the road. We take car all Mercedes from 1889 to present so we are very knowledgeable and also CERTIFIED to make comments about the cars we keep on the road everyday. Seems like some people just know more then others!!!!! Goodluck seller this car looks amazing!December 18th, 2023 at 9:49am ESTKingKitty (69) 0@AE327 - No, I'm not an "expert" nor do I claim to be. I do have a fair amount of experience with ABC which I am sharing. I like ABC and want anyone who wishes to own a car with it to understand that it's not a bad thing, but does require care a feeding, so to speak, and that provenance is critical to be sure you're getting a system that's been properly cared for so it will be long-lasting and trouble-free. @rick - No "perceptions" here. It's a nice car, I like it, especially the red, which is so totally appropriate for a two-seater drop-top. Many of the comments I have made could be applied to any used car, R230 or otherwise. There are some good things in the history, such as the pump replacement, that bode well for this example. There aren't a lot of shops around that will work on cars with ABC, so doing as much as possible to make sure it's in good condition and has been cared for is important for a long and trouble-free life. I'm cranked up on ABC because it's often maligned as being troublesome and expensive to fix, both of which are true. However, when it's working it makes driving one of these cars a real experience, especially when you're doing it fast and/or aggressively, such as track driving. GLWA!December 18th, 2023 at 9:39am ESTrick (1) Seller 1Morning. Love and enjoyed vehicle during late summer and fall, but this is MB #7 and daughter recently decided to start graduate school next semester so looking to create funds to kickstart her masters education. No issues at all with vehicle despite @kingkitty perceptions. Bid freely!December 18th, 2023 at 9:20am ESTmhs244 (0) 0Hi Seller. Why sell the car so soon after you bought it? What are the issues in it?December 18th, 2023 at 8:35am ESTAE327 (5) 2@kingkitty we get it, you're an "expert". Moving on... love this color combo for the R230 and sport package is a must have. GLWA!December 17th, 2023 at 1:26pm ESTKingKitty (69) 0@MBALLDAY "I would always take (a) car to the dealer for inspection with any older vehicle." Exactly. A car like this with a highly complex suspension system should be thoroughly inspected by a qualified mechanic before considering it for purchase. @MBALLDAY "I don't see any issues with the ABC as long as car has been maintained." And this is the key. "If it has been maintained." The fact that the ABC pump was replaced is good, but it also brings up things like, "Were the accumulators replaced?" There's a lot to this system and ALL of the parts need to be working at their best or the potential for major damage is high. That said, you can't make a statement like this without having seen and inspected the car. Service Advisors aren't mechanics, sorry.December 17th, 2023 at 12:28am EST$5,500 bid placed by @Corvette14December 16th, 2023 at 6:51pm ESTMBALLDAY (3) 2I'm a Mercedes Benz Service Advisor and I have seen these cars up close and personal. This type of car is exceptional. Most owners that drive these cars know what it takes to maintain them and they typically do that. I don't see any issues with the ABC as long as car has been maintained. I would always take car to the dealer for inspection with any older vehicle. But if you are looking at a great weekend car to enjoy this looks like a fun one. We don't see a lot of red ones like this one it looks clean. Looks like a great eye catcher with low miles. MBALLDAY!!!!!December 15th, 2023 at 8:58pm EST$5,250 bid placed by @2doorguruDecember 14th, 2023 at 4:39pm EST$5,000 bid placed by @Yellowsun_December 14th, 2023 at 12:52pm ESTKingKitty (69) 1@TalbottPK That's great, but the key to longevity with ABC is regular, consistent maintenance, especially with fluid and filter changes. To my point, I wouldn't buy an ABC-equipped car, regardless of model, unless I knew it had bee