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2008 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2016 Mercedes-Benz SL Price Comparison (MSRP)

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2008 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2016 Mercedes-Benz SL Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $152,025

2016 Mercedes-Benz SL AMG SL63   
Difference: $42,220

Lowest Total Invoice: $141,448

2016 Mercedes-Benz SL AMG SL63   
Difference: $39,443

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082016
ModelSLSL
TrimSL65 AMGAMG SL63
Body2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Hardtop conv.
Base Price $187,200 $149,700
Base Invoice $174,096 $139,221
Obstacle detection, rear 1,130  
Glass roof panel(s) 1,930  
Voice control for nav and audio 510  
Wood trim 0 0
Upgraded leather upholstery   900
Synthetic suede steering wheel   500
Obstacle detection, rear 1,051  
Glass roof panel(s) 1,795  
Voice control for nav and audio 474  
Wood trim 0 0
Upgraded leather upholstery   837
Synthetic suede steering wheel   465
Options (change) 3,570 1,400
Options (change) 3,320 1,302
Destination 875 925
Gas Tax 2,600 0
Total Price $194,245 $152,025
Total Invoice $180,891 $141,448

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2016 Mercedes-Benz SL

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: 2016 Mercedes-Benz SL AMG SL63
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $46,645
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $43,560
Model Year20082016
ModelSLSL
TrimSL65 AMGAMG SL63
Body2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Hardtop conv.
Engine604hp V12577hp V8
TransmissionT5T7
DrivetrainRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)11/18 MPG16/25 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)250, 8600, 11
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/35-19255/35-19
Total Price$194,245$152,025
Adjustments for Features0-4,425
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$194,245$147,600
Total Invoice$180,891$141,448
Adjustments for Features0-4,117
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$180,891$137,331

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Features Comparison: 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2016 Mercedes-Benz SL

Model Year20082016
ModelSLSL
TrimSL65 AMGAMG SL63
Body2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Hardtop conv.
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1000 
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1200
RWD$0$0
Accessories 
Hands-free trunk or liftgate $100
Remote app $25
Semi-automated parking system $500
Wind blocker, power small $300
Wind blocker, small$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system $0
Driver drowsiness monitor $150
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Rearview camera $200
Side curtain airbags $350
Temporary spare tire$150 
Torque vectoring, brake-based $100
Climate Control 
Adaptive windshield washer system $0
Heated washer fluid system $50
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15 
Washer fluid outlets in wiper blade $100
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential $300
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop $150
Raised top speed limiter $0
Exterior 
Body kit$0 
Rear spoiler $200
Infotainment 
App support $0
Aux input $50
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
CD changer, remote$200 
DVD-compatible player $0
HD radio $50
In-vehicle Internet $150
iPod integration $100
Media drive $15
Navigation map updates, three years $0
SD Card slot $25
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225
Traffic + travel information $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming headlights $200
Chronometer $100
Steering-linked headlights $150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Automatic seat bolsters, driver $300
Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger $300
Door sill trim plates$100 
Illuminated door sill trim plates $200
Massage, driver seat $100
Massage, passenger seat $100
Neck-level heating, front seats $150
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat$100 
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Transmission 
Launch control $100
Total Value of Features$1,965$6,390
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$4,425
Value of Feature Adjustments0-4,117

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Specifications Comparison: 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2016 Mercedes-Benz SL

Model Year20082016
ModelSLSL
Body2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Hardtop conv.
Wheelbase100.8 in101.8 in
Length178.5 in181.8 in
Width71.5 in73.9 in
Height51.0 in51.8 in
Curb Weight4,564 lb.4,068 lb.
Fuel Capacity21.1 gal.19.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.7 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.0 in55.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.9 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.9 in42.9 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
7.3 ft38.5 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
10.2 ft313.5 ft3

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