Mercedes-Benz SL — R230 series 2001 to 2011

by Brian Long

As time goes by, older SLs have tended to fall into the hands of collectors, often becoming too valuable or rare to use on a daily basis. The R230-series, however, launched just over a decade ago, allows the enthusiast to enjoy a genuine modern classic - a car that, thanks to its bloodlines, is guaranteed a place in automotive history.

With very few books written covering the newer SL models, this book brings the complete story of the R230 to life. An invaluable resource, it is not only the ideal reference work - both for fans of the Stuttgart marque, and for those looking for originality in their own car - but, with its stunning photography, and contemporary material gathered from all over the world, also makes a true connoisseur's coffee table book.

Contents:

• The Three-Pointed Star
• The SL - Born On The Track
• SL Road Car Heritage
• A Car For The New Millennium
• The Early Production Models
• New Powerplants
• A Final Fling
• A New Generation
• Appendices:
  Year-By-Year Range Details
  Engine Specifications
  Colour & Trim Summary
  Chassis Numbers & Production Figures

Models covered: SL350 (2001-2011), SL500 (2001-2006), SL55 AMG (2002-2011), SL600 (2003-2011), SL65 AMG (2004-2011), SL500/550 (2006-2011), SL280/300 (2008-2011), SL63 AMG (2008-2009)

Buch, Hardcover, 25,5 x 25,5 cm, 224 Seiten, 433 überwiegend farbige Abbildungen, englischer Text