better4worse Report post Posted June 22, 2012 I'm a bit of lurker here, but been enjoying the forum for a while I'm contemplating a SLR, and need all the help I can get from those who know more about the car & its current market prices. I'm looking to get into a 05 or 06. I realize they're all out of warranty, so trying to pick one with the least amount of drama is imperative. Car will probably stay in the LA area most of the year, and be serviced by MB Beverly Hills. I would want to have Terry (SLR Tech) at that dealership conduct the PPI for any considered car before I pull the trigger. But anything to look out for (or to avoid) ? Not to mention some insight at the current market price would be appreciated. There was one listed at EUROCAR (http://inventory.eurocaroc.com/web/used/Mercedes-Benz-SLR-McLaren-2005-Costa-Mesa-California/800608/), bu the high mileage got me a bit worried. Thanks Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
porter Report post Posted June 22, 2012 I liked a lot about mine but one thing I disliked was the mandatory service interval each year ie: FSS, based upon time or mileage, whichever came first. The maintenance bills are pretty severe and the parts are very expensive. If you're going out of warranty, hopefully you're handy or get a well-sorted example. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SCL_Blackbird Report post Posted June 22, 2012 I liked a lot about mine but one thing I disliked was the mandatory service interval each year ie: FSS, based upon time or mileage, whichever came first. The maintenance bills are pretty severe and the parts are very expensive. If you're going out of warranty, hopefully you're handy or get a well-sorted example. Couldn't you buy an after market warranty through MB? If that's possible, I would do that. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
emanon Report post Posted June 22, 2012 The SLR is awesome and I'm sure it's a fcuking blast to drive, but dollar for dollar, what will it do that an SL65 won't do for 1/4 the price, other than being 1-1/2 D-Wiggs lighter? I get the exclusivity and an SLR Roadster is a fcuking money ride, but you could easily snag a very nice daily driver and have enough coin leftover for an LP560. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
vyce77 Report post Posted June 22, 2012 I've always figured owning an SLR out of warranty was for masochists. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
05LSV Report post Posted June 23, 2012 Lambo Houston has one - silver with black interior. Looked nice in person when I checked it out on Thursday. I'm sure it's on their site. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
better4worse Report post Posted June 23, 2012 I liked a lot about mine but one thing I disliked was the mandatory service interval each year ie: FSS, based upon time or mileage, whichever came first. The maintenance bills are pretty severe and the parts are very expensive. If you're going out of warranty, hopefully you're handy or get a well-sorted example. I'm aware its not the easiest car to own on the pocket, but its my opinion the SLR's allure and driving experience is at a league of its own. Not to mention the type of car that's a keeper ! I've always figured owning an SLR out of warranty was for masochists. That's one way to put it, which is exactly why I'm taking my time finding a good example. Lambo Houston has one - silver with black interior. Looked nice in person when I checked it out on Thursday. I'm sure it's on their site. 3K Miles @ $240K, in the most undesirable color "silver" no less, does that sound right ? I was under the impression the range for a '05 '06 coupe (not interested in the roadster) was 180-190 to 220 given the condition/color/history/year ? Can anyone confirm my understanding ? Or its inaccuracy ? Thanks to all. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheFilipinoStig Report post Posted June 23, 2012 They sound amazing and have a serious street presence Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LPDADDY Report post Posted June 23, 2012 Make sure the car has been serviced and that all services are up to date. I just had B service done on my 722, major service as the plugs have to be changed and engine has to come out for that. B service was 16k. It would be a terrible shame if you had to fork out for that right after purchasing the car. It also seems that going cheap and not changing the plugs at the recommended interval is a very bad idea as they tend to get stuck in the motor because of a flaw in the design of the hood, as water leaks onto the plugs and cause corrosion. They had 2 cars that needed brand new motors because of plugs that just would not come out. From my experience with the 722 so far, it is great car with fabulous road presence, not a good daily driver as it is way too stiff and you feel every bump on the road and there are no cup holders, no ipod connection. Maintenace is very expensive about 3 times what it cost to service a Lambo so take all of this into consideration. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
capt_chaos Report post Posted June 23, 2012 From my experience with the 722 so far, it is great car with fabulous road presence, not a good daily driver as it is way too stiff and you feel every bump on the road and there are no cup holders, no ipod connection. Maintenace is very expensive about 3 times what it cost to service a Lambo so take all of this into consideration. Silly question. Why have you still got it? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LPDADDY Report post Posted June 23, 2012 Silly question. Why have you still got it? Because i love the car. Fit and finish is beyond any italian exotic, goes great and looks incredible. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Modo Report post Posted June 24, 2012 http://www.mbencino.com/used-Los+Angeles-2...DAJ76FX6M001122 Talk to Kris Assad, he is the only sensible salesperson there. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
kinnsella Report post Posted June 24, 2012 The SLR is one of those cars.....if you are concerned about maintenance costs, you can't afford it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Allan-Herbie Report post Posted June 24, 2012 The SLR is one of those cars.....if you are concerned about maintenance costs, you can't afford it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
better4worse Report post Posted June 24, 2012 http://www.mbencino.com/used-Los+Angeles-2...DAJ76FX6M001122 Talk to Kris Assad, he is the only sensible salesperson there. Thanks for the tip. The SLR is one of those cars.....if you are concerned about maintenance costs, you can't afford it. Thats not in question, what is: is the current price trends, and fair market prices for a '05 or '06 example. How recent the car's been serviced (and how extensive) seems to play a 10K-20K factor in the sale price. Presumably that's why maintenance keeps getting thrown back into the discussion. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
kinnsella Report post Posted June 24, 2012 You brought it up in your initial post.... "I realize they're all out of warranty, so trying to pick one with the least amount of drama is imperative." I have heard horror stories about part costs....the hood alone is $74K. Good luck if you choose to purchase, they are awesome cars. Here is a link to a thread I think you will find useful. http://www.lambopower.com/forum/index.php?...41186&st=20 Either way, I think you should be concerned about total cost of ownership and not just the initial purchase price. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
better4worse Report post Posted June 25, 2012 Good luck if you choose to purchase, they are awesome cars. Thank you. Can anyone with insight share current prices ? Recent sales ? Some reference would be appreciated. Also, if the car color was changed (from the original factory color) by a MB dealer for a previous owner, and/or have the dealer change the seats to another factory color seats (different insert color for example) how would that be factored in with price ? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rouleur Report post Posted June 25, 2012 Thank you. Can anyone with insight share current prices ? Recent sales ? Some reference would be appreciated. Also, if the car color was changed (from the original factory color) by a MB dealer for a previous owner, and/or have the dealer change the seats to another factory color seats (different insert color for example) how would that be factored in with price ? Take the regular retail figure and set it on fire, scoop up the ashes and cut them in half. That should be a good place to start. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Modo Report post Posted June 26, 2012 With wraps being as advanced as they are now I don't get need to chage factory colors on collectible exotics. At a tenth of the price and zero devaluation is a no brainier. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
better4worse Report post Posted June 26, 2012 Take the regular retail figure and set it on fire, scoop up the ashes and cut them in half. That should be a good place to start. Dark imagination indeed Some examples out there, have all sorts of "eccentric owner" stories, and some that I've encountered had such changes to 'em. With wraps being as advanced as they are now I don't get need to chage factory colors on collectible exotics. At a tenth of the price and zero devaluation is a no brainier. Agree 100%, that's what I would do if I wanted a fresh color, but one car I'm examining seems to have had a color change by its previous owner at a MB dealer here in CA, and it cost him a fortune at the time. I'm just trying to make sense of that on the car's current valuation. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Modo Report post Posted June 26, 2012 Dark imagination indeed Some examples out there, have all sorts of "eccentric owner" stories, and some that I've encountered had such changes to 'em. Agree 100%, that's what I would do if I wanted a fresh color, but one car I'm examining seems to have had a color change by its previous owner at a MB dealer here in CA, and it cost him a fortune at the time. I'm just trying to make sense of that on the car's current valuation. Care to share the link? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
better4worse Report post Posted June 26, 2012 Care to share the link? Send PM if you want more details. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LPDADDY Report post Posted June 26, 2012 Any car is worth what one is willing to pay for it. Take a look at what is for sale, figure out what you want to spend and place an offer on whatever is close to your budget. I would be surprised if there are good cars for sale under 200k. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rouleur Report post Posted June 26, 2012 Have a line on a perfect black on black car that is not yet available. Can't remember if it is an 05 or 06 car. Not sure if that is what you are looking for. Guy is trading for a Carrera GT. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
better4worse Report post Posted June 27, 2012 Have a line on a perfect black on black car that is not yet available. Can't remember if it is an 05 or 06 car. Not sure if that is what you are looking for. Guy is trading for a Carrera GT. Are you referring to the roadster in San Diego ? Someone brought a car out there to my attention, it's a private sale offer. Black/Black I believe, actually still has 2 years of warranty left, pretty rare. Roadsters don't interest me, otherwise it would be worth considering. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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