2005 Mercedes Benz Sl55 Amg 17500 Miles Designo Graphite Gray on 2040-cars
Woodstock, Illinois, United States
Body Type:Convertible
Engine:5.5 liter Supercharged Hand built V8
Vehicle Title:Clear
Interior Color: Black
Make: Mercedes-Benz
Number of Cylinders: 8
Model: SL-Class
Trim: Designo edition
Drive Type: 5 speed automatic transmission
Options: Sunroof, Leather Seats, CD Player, Convertible
Mileage: 17,500
Safety Features: Anti-Lock Brakes, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Side Airbags
Sub Model: SL55 AMG
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Locks, Power Windows, Power Seats
Exterior Color: Gray
This is not your average 2005 SL55, if there is such a thing. This car is the limited production Designo Graphite Gray edition. This incredible color was only available with the Designo package. This almost $7000 limited edition trim package also includes the full leather interior which is in near perfect condition, including the original leather bound floor mats. The Designo interior makes the standard SL55's interior look almost cheap in comparison, it must be seen and smelled to be appreciated. The wheels on this car are the same two piece wheels used on the SL65, and with this paint color it makes for an incredible combination. The car has 17500 original miles on it and has been meticulously maintained. This has to be one of the lowest mileage SL55's still available. This cars 5.5 liter hand built supercharged engine performs flawlessly with breathtaking power and torque and with these low miles, it is barely broken in. The AMG sport suspension and its Active Body Control keeps this car flat in the corners for remarkable handling, yet the ride is pure Mercedes Benz. This SL55 is incredibly quiet with no squeaks or rattles, and this car has been equipped with a built in K-2 radar detector with integrated front and rear sensors. Professional window tinting has also been installed. The paint on the car is almost flawless with no chips or scratches to speak of with the exception of some scuffing underneath the front bumper. The only other notable flaws are a few blemishes on two of the wheels, but you really have to inspect them closely to pick them out.
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