Used 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
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1997 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Overview
1997 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Pricing
1997 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class pricing starts at $6,499 for the SL-Class SL 320 Roadster 2D, which had a starting MSRP of $80,195 when new. The range-topping 1997 SL-Class SL 600 Roadster 2D starts at $7,711 today, originally priced from $125,895.
Original MSRP | KBB Fair Purchase Price (national avg.) | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
$80,195 | $6,499 | |||
$91,795 | $6,681 | |||
$125,895 | $7,711 |
The Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price for any individual used vehicle can vary greatly according to mileage, condition, location, and other factors. The prices here reflect what buyers are currently paying for used 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class models in typical condition when purchasing from a dealership. These prices are updated weekly.
SL-Class Consumer Sentiment
Owners give this generation Mercedes-Benz SL-Class (1994-2002) a 4.7 out of 5 rating, which is higher than most, and 96% recommend it. These figures are based on 169 consumer reviews, like these:
What Owners are Saying About the 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
"The most beautiful car I ever owned"
"WOW! It handles like a dream, moves like a cheetah and is timeless in it's style. The car is solid and the paint is the best I've seen on an automobile to date. I believe it has 7 coats. The Bose Stereo is magical. What a sound, even with roof down. Fantastic engineering. With all that sports car in it, it still rides like a big car. Not a lot of miles on it for a 2000 but no issues. It's a ball to drive. I hope it lasts forever."
"Great GT convertible not for grocery getting!"
"Red over tan. Turns heads. Powerful! Quiet with either top. Parts are available, but if OEM can be costly. Technically advanced but complex. Dealer repairs costly but good independent shops are available. Values are depressed because of many available but costly to fix. 2002 last of the "boxy" look and with lift-off hardtop. Should be in the $20-30K range!"
"Easy to maintain...solid vehicle"
"Formerly owned a 95 SL500 (actually wife's). I agree with everything posted previously. I felt bad for the guy quoted $2300-$7000 to get the top hydroelectric repairs performed. The leaky top cyclinders can be purchased for $150 apiece and replaced in the comfort of your own garage in about an hour!!! A phillips screwdriver and an allen wrench set is all you need! I'm not a Mercedes mechanic, but I performed most all of the necessary work myself. Probably the cheapest-to-repair MB I've ever owned! Looking at a 96 SL500 for my kid...just test driving it brings back memories!"
Overall 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Quality
User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class is above average for its class. Owners rated the 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class quality a 4.8 out of 5.
1997 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Reliability
The 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class receives an average consumer rating of 4.7 overall and a 4.7 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.
Favorite 1997 SL-Class Features
According to drivers of the 1997 SL-Class, here are some of its best features:
- Styling, Drivetrain, Exceptional Stereo, Finish
- Strong, smooth, quiet Grand Touring German convert
- Fun to drive wth close to 400 hp. very reliable
- Fun to drive andown.
- Far too many to list!
1997 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class MPG by Trim
1997 SL-Class SL 320 Roadster 2D - city 16 MPG - hwy 22 MPG
1997 SL-Class SL 500 Roadster 2D - city 14 MPG - hwy 21 MPG
1997 SL-Class SL 600 Roadster 2D - city 12 MPG - hwy 19 MPG
1997 SL-Class Safety
1997 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Safety Features
- Child Door Locks: Not available
- Child Seat Anchors: Not available
- Driver Airbag
- Passenger Airbag
- Rear Side Airbag
- Slip Control
- Front Side Airbag
- Rear Parking Sensors
1997 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
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1997 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Depreciation
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1997 Mercedes-Benz Sl-Class Annual Depreciation
Year | Vehicle Depreciation* | Resale Value | Trade-In Value | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2022 | + $709 | $6,167 | $4,233 | ||
2023 | $375 | $5,792 | $3,832 | ||
2024 | $158 | $5,634 | $3,617 | ||
Now | $81 | $5,553 | $3,612 |
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2-Year Forecasted Depreciation
*Depreciation for the last 12 months of the private party resale value.
1997 Mercedes-Benz Sl-Class Depreciation
Annual Depreciation is an estimation of what your vehicle's value might be over time based on an average of similar vehicles. Estimations are calculated by comparing Kelley Blue Book Private Party Values of vehicles similar to yours over time, as well as forecasts from Manheim Auction data comparing current and projected auction values against current Kelley Blue Book Private Party and Trade-In Values. This is not a guarantee of actual depreciation. Local weather conditions, market factors and driver performance will also impact your vehicle's actual depreciation.
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Specifications
Dimensions, Weights & Capacities
Curb Weight | 4010 lbs. | ||
|---|---|---|---|
EPA Passenger | 50.4 cu.ft. | ||
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gallons | ||
Front Head Room | 37.1 inches | ||
Front Leg Room | 42.4 inches | ||
Max Seating Capacity | 2 | ||
Overall Length | 177.1 inches | ||
Front Shoulder Room | 55.4 inches | ||
Trunk or Cargo Capacity | 7.9 cu.ft. | ||
Turning Diameter | 35.4 feet | ||
Wheel Base | 99.0 inches | ||
Width with mirrors | 71.3 inches |
Exterior
Alloy Wheels | Available | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Moon Roof/Sun Roof | Available | ||
Number of Doors | 2 doors | ||
Panorama Moon Roof | Available | ||
Rear Spoiler | Available |
Fuel Economy
City | 16 mpg | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Highway | 22 mpg | ||
Combined | 18 mpg |
Mechanical
Drivetrain | RWD | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Transmission Type | Automatic |
Performance
Horsepower | 228 @ 5600 RPM | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Torque | 232 @ 3750 rpm | ||
Engine | 6-Cyl, 3.2 Liter | ||
0 to 60 | 8.1 seconds | ||
Top Speed | 149 mph |
Warranty
Basic | 4 years / 50000 miles | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Powertrain | 4 years / 50000 miles |
Entertainment
- DVD Entertainment System
- MP3 Player
- Premium Radio
- CD Player
Interior
- Power Windows
- Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel
Seating
- Leather Seats
- Dual Power Front Seats
- Power Driver's Seat
Technology
- Cruise Control
- Hands Free Phone
- Navigation System
1997 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Safety
1997 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Safety Technology
- Child Door Locks: Not available
- Child Seat Anchors: Not available
- Driver Airbag
- Passenger Airbag
- Rear Side Airbag
- Slip Control
- Front Side Airbag
- Rear Parking Sensors
Compare to Similar Vehicles
Used 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class | Used 2010 Volkswagen New Beetle | Used 2008 Toyota Solara | Used 2006 Chrysler Crossfire | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $6,499 | $5,718 | $6,253 | $6,155 | |
| Consumer Rating | 4.7 | 3.7 | 4.8 | 4.7 | |
| Fuel Economy | City 16/Hwy 22/Comb 18 MPG | City 20/Hwy 28/Comb 23 MPG | City 18/Hwy 26/Comb 21 MPG | City 19/Hwy 25/Comb 21 MPG | |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | |
| Seating Capacity | 2 | 4 | 4 | 2 | |
| Basic Warranty | 4 years or 50000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | |
| Horsepower | 228 @ 5600 RPM | 150 @ 5000 RPM | 210 @ 5600 RPM | 215 @ 5700 RPM | |
| Engine | 6-Cyl, 3.2 Liter | 5-Cyl, 2.5 Liter | V6, 3.3 Liter | V6, 3.2 Liter | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | FWD | FWD | RWD |
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