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  1. RyanSL500
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    R230 roof not going down

    Evening everyone! I recently picked up my 2003 SL500 up from the body shop which was in there for a month. Before it went it in, everything was...
    Thread by: RyanSL500, Oct 28, 2019, 34 replies, in forum: Electrics, Vacuum, Ignition and ECU
  2. Ted Schrecker
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    Identity crisis ... not!

    In London at the weekend, I had a conversation with a good (non-petrolhead) friend that turned to cars. This is someone who once devastated an...
    Thread by: Ted Schrecker, Sep 9, 2019, 0 replies, in forum: General Mercedes-Benz Related Discussion
  3. Richie Livo
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    Whirring noise

    good afternoon guys, my 2006 Sl350 seems to make a slight whirring noise at speed coming from behind me? Maybe as I’ve recently got it I’m...
    Thread by: Richie Livo, Sep 4, 2019, 50 replies, in forum: Engine, Drivetrain, Fuel and Exhaust
  4. Richie Livo
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    SL350 Right wing mirror indicator issue

    Good morning Guys, Can’t find a thread with my issue! Noticed this morning that my right wing mirror indicator stays on very faint 24/7? Does...
    Thread by: Richie Livo, Aug 30, 2019, 4 replies, in forum: Electrics, Vacuum, Ignition and ECU
  5. Richie Livo
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    Yes, another SL leak! (Well not yet)

    Good morning, As you can see the roof of my 2006 SL doesn’t look great! It’s not leaking one bit.. but looks horrendous, anything I can do as a...
    Thread by: Richie Livo, Aug 23, 2019, 6 replies, in forum: Bodywork, Tyres, Wheels & Trim
  6. Richie Livo
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    R230 2006 SL350 Comand

    Good morning everyone, I’m sure this thread has been done to the death but I either can’t find anything or I’m searching the wrong info etc. I...
    Thread by: Richie Livo, Aug 19, 2019, 5 replies, in forum: Electrics, Vacuum, Ignition and ECU
  7. RyanSL500
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    Monthly meet up on 03/08/19 at Portsdown Hill, Portsmouth at 7:30 pm.

    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, 67 replies, in forum: Meet Ups and Events
  8. 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
  9. 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
  10. 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
  11. 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
  12. 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
  13. 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
  14. 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
  15. 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
  16. 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
  17. 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
  18. 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
  19. 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
  20. 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
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