2007 SL550 Questions

Eskimo · 09-18-2009, 09:02 AM

I am selling a 2007 Corvette convertible and getting a 2007 SL550, a few questions I have couldn't be found on the search function, is the pano roof more prone to creaking than the regular roof and does it allow for more road noise, can the top be opened and closed at low speeds, also does the SL55 cost alot more as far as regular maintenance, I will be getting an extended warranty. I drove the 2007 a week ago and was blown away by the tightness and build quality, not so impressed with the stereo nav however. I'm going today to drive the 335i convertible, I'm sure I will be impressed except I don't think its that good looking a car. Any help is appreciated, thanks.

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GFEAR · 09-18-2009, 10:00 AM

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Originally Posted by Eskimo

I am selling a 2007 Corvette convertible and getting a 2007 SL550, a few questions I have couldn't be found on the search function, is the pano roof more prone to creaking than the regular roof and does it allow for more road noise, can the top be opened and closed at low speeds, also does the SL55 cost alot more as far as regular maintenance, I will be getting an extended warranty. I drove the 2007 a week ago and was blown away by the tightness and build quality, not so impressed with the stereo nav however. I'm going today to drive the 335i convertible, I'm sure I will be impressed except I don't think its that good looking a car. Any help is appreciated, thanks.

I also had an 07 vetter before my sl. do yourself a favor, get an 55. if you haev to igo back a year or 2, you can still findone under warranty. the performance difference between the vette and sl550 is too much. The 55 is borderline to slow for me. the 550 is a pig in comparison to the vette.

Eskimo · 09-18-2009, 11:04 AM

I've researched how much the 2007 SL550 is going to cost in routine maintenance, but how much more will the SL55 cost, it kinda scares me. I realize the 550 will be a drop in speed and I am concerned about this, thanks for the help.

Eskimo · 09-20-2009, 01:07 PM

Any feedback is appreciated.

dunderhi · 09-20-2009, 08:03 PM

I have an 07 550 with a pano roof and 30k miles: no leaks or creaks. The top can't be operated while moving foward, but will operate will the car is in reverse.

Robertpel99 · 09-21-2009, 02:26 PM

I dumped a 2007 Corvette Convertible for a 2005 SL500 and I would agree to get the 55 AMG. I was afraid of repairs, etc but after owning a W220 S500 and a R230 SL500 it really is not bad at all provided you have a good independent mechanic. I love my SL500 and am still more than happy with the trade but if i had to do it again I would go with the SL55

Eskimo · 09-21-2009, 03:03 PM

The sl55 does scare because of costs for routine maintenance.

09-20-2009, 08:03 PM	#5
dunderhi Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Posts: 149 Drives: 07 SL550, 07 GL450	I have an 07 550 with a pano roof and 30k miles: no leaks or creaks. The top can't be operated while moving foward, but will operate will the car is in reverse. __________________ 07 GL450..................................07 SL550 Member MBCA & BMWCCA

09-21-2009, 02:26 PM	#6
Robertpel99 Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Posts: 68 Drives: 2003 and 1998 E320	I dumped a 2007 Corvette Convertible for a 2005 SL500 and I would agree to get the 55 AMG. I was afraid of repairs, etc but after owning a W220 S500 and a R230 SL500 it really is not bad at all provided you have a good independent mechanic. I love my SL500 and am still more than happy with the trade but if i had to do it again I would go with the SL55 __________________ Current Rides: 2005 SL500 AMG Sport Package and Alphard Wheels 2003 S500 AMG Sports Package Daily Driver 1998 E320 Beater / Spare 1985 Corvette Z51 Coupe - Keeping Forever Favorite Toy Chris Craft Launch - Too Much Fun "I am not having a mid-life crisis, at least I hope not at 32 :) "

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09-18-2009, 11:04 AM	#3
Eskimo Junior Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 37 Drives: 2007 Corvette	I've researched how much the 2007 SL550 is going to cost in routine maintenance, but how much more will the SL55 cost, it kinda scares me. I realize the 550 will be a drop in speed and I am concerned about this, thanks for the help.

09-20-2009, 01:07 PM	#4
Eskimo Junior Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 37 Drives: 2007 Corvette	Any feedback is appreciated.

09-21-2009, 03:03 PM	#7
Eskimo Junior Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 37 Drives: 2007 Corvette	The sl55 does scare because of costs for routine maintenance.

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