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  1. RyanSL500
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    Monthly meet up on 03/08/19 at Portsdown Hill, Portsmouth at 7:30.

    Monthly meet up at Portsdown hill on 3rd of August at 7:30. Get some good photos of the cars, a chance to meet members of the group and enjoy a...
    Thread by: RyanSL500, Jul 8, 2019, 13 replies, in forum: Meet Ups and Events
  2. RyanSL500
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    ABC problem?

    Evening everyone, I arrived home this evening in my W204 coupe (needed more seats) and saw my R230 SL500 sitting like this. I last drove it on a...
    Thread by: RyanSL500, Jun 30, 2019, 18 replies, in forum: Suspension, Steering & Brakes
  3. RyanSL500
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    Rear arch rush

    [ATTACH] I’m sure it doesn’t surprise anyone here, but my 2002 R230 SL500 has developed rust around the rear arches. It’s not noticeable but it...
    Thread by: RyanSL500, Jun 18, 2019, 1 replies, in forum: Bodywork, Tyres, Wheels & Trim
  4. RyanSL500
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    Hampshire/ West Sussex meet up - 6th July - Portsdown Hill

    Afternoon everyone, I’m just wondering if there are any local meet ups in the Hampshire/West Sussex area for like minded individuals to meet up...
    Thread by: RyanSL500, Jun 9, 2019, 108 replies, in forum: Meet Ups and Events
  5. SRS
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    Front Convertible Leaking Roof SL55.

    When you find a good thing its worth sharing... I have 2005 SL55, with all the niggles It has been one of my favourite cars. For any of you...
    Thread by: SRS, May 25, 2019, 14 replies, in forum: Bodywork, Tyres, Wheels & Trim
  6. RyanSL500
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    Opinions on having an SL500 R230 as my daily car.

    Hi all, I’ve recently become a member of this awesome forum (my introduction thread can be found here:...
    Thread by: RyanSL500, May 12, 2019, 19 replies, in forum: General Mercedes-Benz Related Discussion
  7. Jimmy77
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    Unusual noises when pressing brake pedal

    Hi, I have an R230 that today has started to emit a short squeal occasionally when braking. I tried braking when stationary with the engine...
    Thread by: Jimmy77, Nov 13, 2018, 3 replies, in forum: Suspension, Steering & Brakes
  8. Midlifecrisis999
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    Greetings to all

    Thought I would join up and see if any of the learned chaps on here can diagnose a R230 SL350 cluster problem. Every time I press the left hand...
    Thread by: Midlifecrisis999, Nov 2, 2018, 12 replies, in forum: Introduce yourself
  9. kevh
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    SL500 R230 2003 - speed limiter

    On a couple occasions recently my SL500 has lost power. The car appears to have gone into some sort of 'Limp Home' function. I was able to drive...
    Thread by: kevh, Aug 1, 2018, 12 replies, in forum: General Mercedes-Benz Related Discussion
  10. McDonald
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    Glass cleaning

    My R230 has a section of glass on either side of the rear window. It seems to have some surface material that's deteriorated - as though a tint...
    Thread by: McDonald, Jul 16, 2018, 30 replies, in forum: Autocare, Detailing, Valet, Product reviews
  11. McDonald
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    Stainless Steel Exhaust

    I'm thinking that when the exhaust needs replacing on my R230, I might buy a stainless steel one. I intend to keep the car long-term and imagine...
    Thread by: McDonald, Jun 19, 2018, 12 replies, in forum: General Mercedes-Benz Related Discussion
  12. kevh
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    SL500 R230 Rattling Catalytic Convertor

    My SL500 has recently developed a metallic rattle/tinkle which rises and falls with engine speed. I've taken it into my local exhaust specialist...
    Thread by: kevh, Jun 11, 2018, 13 replies, in forum: Engine, Drivetrain, Fuel and Exhaust
  13. kevh
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    2003 SL500 R230 - Dipped Headlamp Fault

    Can anyone please suggest a solution to my problem. - I have an intermittent issue with my Left dipped headlight. There are times when them the...
    Thread by: kevh, May 22, 2018, 12 replies, in forum: Electrics, Vacuum, Ignition and ECU
  14. Darren Findlay
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    Tandem Pump

    Hi. Am currently replacing the seals & O rings on my ABC tandem pump. Have taken one of the 7 Allen bolts out that hold the spring & piston in....
    Thread by: Darren Findlay, May 13, 2018, 2 replies, in forum: Suspension, Steering & Brakes
  15. bbw_babe
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    Vehicle 2002 SL500 £5000

    Hi everyone. I have a tellurium 2002 Sl500 for sale here in the uk. The car has had lots of money spent recently, including new brakes, new fuel...
    Thread by: bbw_babe, May 11, 2018, 47 replies, in forum: Mercedes Car Classifieds
  16. Michael F
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    S230 Varioroof right flap gear broken

    On my R230, the right side varioroof flap has developed somewhat of a play - no longer stays tight in the folded position. The play motion,...
    Thread by: Michael F, Apr 16, 2018, 7 replies, in forum: Bodywork, Tyres, Wheels & Trim
  17. imkaz
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    So I broke my SL

    I hope this is the right place to to post this topic, please let me know if it should be reloacted. About a week ago, I drove my SL into a solid...
    Thread by: imkaz, Feb 3, 2018, 48 replies, in forum: General Mercedes-Benz Related Discussion
  18. Relu
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    R230 for sale 500, 2003

    [ATTACH] [ATTACH] Hi lads, Time to say goodbye to my R230 2003, it isn’t advertised yet, I got some pictures with, not so great pictures but...
    Thread by: Relu, Jan 25, 2018, 28 replies, in forum: General Mercedes-Benz Related Discussion
  19. ninjamagic
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    SL350 (2013) R231 Test drive: The Dilemma is real

    OMG. I am in trouble now. My wife and I took out a 2013 SL350 today and it was much better than I expected. A lot of buttons and levers to...
    Thread by: ninjamagic, Nov 28, 2017, 18 replies, in forum: General Mercedes-Benz Related Discussion
  20. kevh
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    Automatic transmission fluid - 2003 SL500

    It would appear that I may need to disconnect the two auto transmission pipes that connect to the oil cooler/radiator to allow me to remove a...
    Thread by: kevh, Oct 4, 2017, 8 replies, in forum: Engine, Drivetrain, Fuel and Exhaust
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