Mercedes Benz The Modern Sl Cars

If you search for a car that can hold its own, when parked next to a Porsche 911 Cabrio, don't look any further. Because the SL R230 is regarded by many as the best looking SL that has left Stuttgart after the famous SL Gullwing. On top it is immense fun to drive, with powerful V8s and V12s to match the looks. Like the drive-train they are almost bullet-proof. Early cars suffered from quality problems that could spoil the fun factor somewhat. But all in all the R230 plays its GT role rather well, even with six-cylinder engines. And the AMG versions are true sports cars. This book with comprehensive buyer's guide can help you to find the right one, if the R230 interests you. It was already published as e-book in 2012 and has been completely revised in Nov.2015. The book explains the VIN and data card in great detail, discusses the SBC, ABC systems and looks at potential problems with the vario-roof. Superb photography and an enjoyable test-drive in the splendid SL65 AMG are other highlights. It ends with a detailed list of the cars' technical specifications and annual production history of each model. FREE BONUS: When you have bought this book, you are eligible for a free pdf file of any Mercedes model (such as W111or W198 or R107 for example) the author has covered in one of his books. Please contact the author through his website (inside the book) and stipulate, which free pdf file you want him to send to you.

A note from the author: This book is out of print as it has been replaced by two volumes that concentrate on each of the two SL versions. Unfortunately Amazon does not allow to de-list a book. Thank you for your understanding

This 370 pages book is the second and revised edition, published in March 2014. Next to the history of the modern SL, from the 1971 350SL R107 to the 2013 SL65 AMG R231, it deals with the extremely rare history of the R107 500SL rally car, of which Daimler AG today only has a replica. The two sole surviving original cars, which have an additional interesting history all to their own, are today in private hands. The book also lets the reader experience driving a RENNtech R129 SL600 7.4 and it covers all R129 and R230 Special Edition models ever offered by the company. Over 400 photos give a detailed view of these beautiful cars. Most of them are non-Daimler-Benz photos and have never been published in a book before. The author Bernd S. Koehling has over 20 e-books and books about Mercedes-Benz to his credit. For a FREE BONUS please scroll to the bottom of this description. This guide covers the Mercedes SL R107 serieswith all 6- and 8-cylinder engines the US versions with their reduced power output the forgotten 500SL Rally carsthe 1980 and 1985 face lift and the still young tuning scene with companies such as Brabus, AMG and Koenig The Mercedes SL R129 series with all 6-, 8- and 12-cylinder engines the 1995 and 1998 facelift its AMG derivations from the SL36 to the SL73 all Special Edition cars, including the rare 1997 La Costa Edition tuners such as Brabus, Hagmann, RENNtech, Carlsson and Koenig a test drive with a RENNtech SL600 7.4 plus the Middelhauve SL Grand and the equally unique Gullwing Karmann SL The Mercedes SL R230 series with all 6-, 8- and 12-cylinder engines the 2006 and 2008 facelift a problematic SBC braking system its AMG derivations from the SL55 to the SL65 Black Series all Special Edition cars, including the 2008 IWC and the 2010 Night Edition tuners such as Brabus with the SL65 Vanish and Stealth, RENNtech, Carlsson, MKB and Asma The Mercedes SL R231 series with its 6-, 8-cylinder engines its AMG derivations from the V8 SL55 to the V12 SL65 45th Anniversary Edition and the alternatives to the new SL including a comparison with the BMW 650i Cabriolet This revised edition includes updated technical information for the R107 and adds more photos. It also deals with the sales performance of the individual models and offers detailed technical specifications of each model at the end of the book. FREE BONUS: When you have bought one of the author's printed books, you are eligible for a free pdf file of any Mercedes model (such as W111 or W198 or W136 for example) the author has covered in one of his books. Please contact the author through his website (inside the book) and stipulate, which free pdf file you want him to send to you.

You haven't gotten yourself a R107 yet? Too bad, the good ones can cost a small fortune today and they have only one way to go: UP! But don't worry, plenty of them have been built and plenty of them are still around. Problem is, which one is the right one for you? Can you imagine that even a low mileage, good looking R107 can still far exceed your wildest imaginations, when it comes to restoration costs? Everybody seems to want a late model 560SL. Why not an early 450SL for half the money? The joy and pride of ownership is the same, trust me. Or how about one of the former longtime underdogs, an SLC? Also they start to appreciate, a few of them even very fast, faster than a mint 560SL. If any of this is of interest, then this new book (published already earlier as e-book) is for you. It does not only deal with development and history, it also comes with a comprehensive buyer's guide for both the SL and SLC. This includes a look at their price development over the past years. Another focus has been the VIN and data card, so that you have a better understanding, how they were equipped and to which market they have been shipped first. Superb recent photography from the author's collection can help you to find the right car or it might even serve as reference in a restoration project. Naturally the paint and interior upholstery options, full technical details plus the annual production history of each model are covered. As a bonus, rare insights into the R107's almost unknown rally history are given.FREE BONUS: When you have bought this book, you are eligible for a free pdf file of any Mercedes model (such as W111 or W198 or R107 for example) the author has covered in one of his books. Please contact the author through his website (inside the book) and stipulate, which free pdf file you want him to send to you.

The 300SL, the 190SL and the pagoda SL were already legends, when still in production. That has not changed till today. Names like "Gullwing" or "Pagoda" are forever associated with the SL name. Both cars are the foundation on which every new SL still rests today. And the SLK traces its roots back to the 190SL, the car that convinced management in the 1950s that the SL story was worth to be developed further. This reference book covers the complete history of all three versions, discusses a one of a kind 300SL roadster and comes with recent non-Daimler AG color photography. If you want to know more about these iconic Mercedes cars, then this book is for you. FREE BONUS: When you have bought this book, you are eligible for a free pdf file of any Mercedes model (such as W108 or W198 or R107 for example) the author has covered in one of his books. Please contact the author through his website (inside the book) and stipulate, which free pdf file you want him to send to you. These three cars are also covered in Bernd S. Koehling's books about Mercedes cars of the 1950s and 1960s. It was suggested to have them covered in a separate book to accompany the other SL book of Bernd S. Koehling: MERCEDES-BENZ, The modern SL, available also here on Amazon.

This detailed and beautifully illustrated book covers the Mercedes-Benz 107 series, which ran from 1971 to 1989. Written by a highly regarded motoring historian, with many years' ownership of the type in question, this is THE definitive study of the subject. All major world markets are looked at, along with competition history. Extensive appendices cover engine specifications, chassis numbers, build numbers, and so on.

Beginning with a look at the SL model's heritage, this book describes the full development and production history of a modern classic. Covering available models in all the major markets, year-by-year, and including limited editions, the data is supported by contemporary illustrations, sourced from the factory, plus in-depth appendices.

Boost your knowledge on the Mercedes R/C107 SL/SLC. Last updated in March 2021, this guide does not only show you the cars' history, it explains in detail chassis number and data card and offers a comprehensive buyer's guide. Superb recent non-Daimler AG color photography highlights many of the cars' features, this includes pictures of the suspension. It is one of over twenty-five books/e-books by the author about Mercedes cars. And these are some of the topics covered: The development of the R107 and C107 from the 350SL to the 560SL and 500SLC A rotary piston engine The 1980 facelift The 1981 engine update The 1985 facelift Tuning scene The forgotten 500SL Rally Chassis number and data card explained R/C107 buyer's guide Which R/C107 should I prefer Technical specifications and production figures This guide ends with a free e-book offer. Enjoy!