I’m a 61 year old dentist and I live on Nantucket. This car looks good to me.

Am 74 years old and just sold my dentist practice. I bought me this car and my 25 year old girl friend loves it!!!? Thanks Doug

'I just don't know who's buying it?' I did Doug! Just bought one so I can answer your questions. Why not an M4 and get two extra seats? Because the M4 is ultimately a 3 Series. A very fast one - but a 3 Series. The SL is in a completely different league. Why not a 911? Great car, but it's a sportscar. I wanted a GT, a long legged cruiser that monsters distances. Earlier in the video you said why not an AMG GT? Well, because they're substantially dearer and have a tent on top instead of a proper roof. Same applies to the S Class convertible you mentioned, fine until you want to leave it parked on the street. What the SL does brilliantly, is be a top end high performance solid roof GT coupe, but with the unique party trick of turning into a proper convertible. For me, it is the very best car in the world. YMMV. PS. I'm the Doug DeMuro of superyachts apparently! I keep getting told that - I think it's meant as a complement!

I'm 41 years old, and I definitely love this car! It's not an hardcore driving car, it's an all-rounder! I love its shape, its technology and well... for an average driver it is also very pleasent to drive. Unfortunately, behind a keyboard and a video, a lot of people talk as if they were all Le Mans winners, capable to drive a GT3 RS to its extreme limit. These people make me smile.

Imagine renting your car out to someone and then finding a video online of them nagging it 😂

Maybe the sales aren't good because there is a C class Convertible, an E class Convertible, and an S class Convertible....

Love my SL550. Best car I've ever owned. 0-60 in 4s, hard "ragtop", plenty of room, no problems after 6 yrs.

I work at a Mercedes dealership and to be completely honest, the SL is one of my favorite models. Sure, the interior is pretty dated, but they make up for it in the sheer luxury ride and awesome driving experience. I love them.

12:20 The button is not to access the back seats; it's so you can find the pen you dropped.

Doug the type of guy to make quality content.

Doug's the kind of guy who would iron and neatly fold his laundry before he puts them in the washing machine

Y’all saying this for old people , I’m 16 and I’d do some real suspect stuff for one of these

The engineering on that roof and wind deflector is so satisfying somehow

I've actually started using "Whirrr" in real life. Whenever something moves now.. To me, it WHIRRRS into place.

I love this car The SL63 and SL65 is just so beautiful

Im 43 years old. Got my first SL when I was 25 years old. The one i have currently is my 5th one. Still love it as much as I did on day one, almost 20 years ago. Ooh and here is small detail he forgot to mention; a brake job on the AMG GT is over $5000...

Doug the type of guy to be honest, thorough, and not clickbait his fans

Hey Doug - If you're cold with the top down, couldn't you just put on a 3rd t-shirt?

Doug's the type of guy to blast classical music in his convertible while tapping the steering wheel and lip smacking

You failed to mention how amazing it is to have a “hard top” convertible.

Love this car....but then I am 71 years old !!

The MB SL peaked from 2001 to 2011 when you could buy it with those iconic sleek headlights AND a 612 hp, 738ft-lbs of TORQUE, Twin Turbo V12, supercar worthy weaponry. I remember uncontrollably craving this car like a sexual response. 0-60 in 3.6 silky smooth V12 seconds was entirely effortless. The AMG V12 SL cut through traffic like Conan's sword. No it's not that there's the AMG GT with it's little V8 or the decadent S-Class convertible that kills appeal, it's the fact that it's grown bigger, softer and weaker [no V12 now]. It doesn't scream personal superpower anymore. Even the dashboard exuded machismo back in the day. Now, we get a tiny toy shifter. The swag is gone.

I just bought a 2003 SL500 and I absolutely love it. But if I were in the market and could afford to buy it new, there are other Mercedes I’d rather have for the price. But the 2003 really holds up 😂

Don’t apologize for your age. I had SL in 1980,1984,1990,2003 and 2013 The greatest car I ever owned and still do. I remember one of the earlier models 80 or 84 I sold for more than my original price. That was the only time that happened. You won’t let deprecation bother you if you keep it long enough.

You know you screwed up when you cancel the SL but still make the GLA.

If Doug was a flight attendant...... THIS..........is your bag of peanuts

I have this SL roadster convertible and I absolutely love it...best car I've ever owned. The V6 gets fairly good gas mileage for a sports car yet is incredibly fast, especially when in manual or sport mode. While there are lots of valid points in this video, as an owner of this car, I have yet to find anything I don't absolutely love about it.

SL will never fail. Its an icon. Much like a Rolex Daydate President. Perfect for old men like me when we retire. 👌👍💪✌️

Doug is the type of guy who would review his Uber drivers car as he is driving.

I have a new SLC200 which is the poor man's version version of the SL. I love it ! not as fast as this demo but in the UK and our roads ! it's amazing with the top off. Ok I'm old and retired so you are right about that... But It's not my only car... It comes out when the sun shines and when it does it's fantastic - no other 2 seater with an auto roof comes close - Loved the old SLK for years and wish I'd bought one earlier.. Love you reviews Doug ! headphones on - ignore the TV and I' away... Cheers Phil

In Britain the main reason for not buying a sports car when you're younger is Insurance. They charge the earth to insure a sports car if you're under about 60. When you get old the price really comes down. I bought my SLK as a gift to myself for getting old. By the time I hit 65 I could at last afford to insure it. I drive responsibly. but it's also great fun!!

I watched this video before I bought my SL and after. My wife and I may be the demographic this car is for. We are nearing 60. We had a 2014 BMW Z4 which I liked and think is a good looking car but was beginning to get dated. I wanted a Corvette for speed and sportiness. my wife didn't want that body style or driving position. We just bought a 2018 SL550. It was our compromise. I think it's a nice blend of sportiness and luxury. The V8 in sport mode is VERY quick. Why would I need more power? on nice days, the top goes down. in bad weather you have a luxury hard top. Granted this may be a narrow market car, and the plastic dash could be improved as Doug said but I'm really enjoying this car! Comfortable, quick, good looking, many amenities.

Tie his hands up and he wouldn't be able to talk.

I hate this era, SUVs are taking over and cancelling all the good cars due to sale... Look at what they did to the Eclipse and soon, the Evo😫😫😫

This is why I bought a used 2014 SL 550 with the twin turbo V8. that V6 sounds terrible.

The bump in the middle of doug's "uuuhm" at 18:50 has me rolling 🤣🤣

Review a late 70's volvo, you want to see quirks....

0:17 “glorious Mercedes Benz 300sl gull wing” *Proceeds to show the convertible model which wasn’t a gull wing*

Hey Doug, I looked and tested the 996 version 911 and found it extremely cramped inside, being that I am 6'2" tall and 230lbs. The ride was back breaking. So I took out the SL400 (UK) and had loads more room, comfy ride and seats and 35 mpg on the motorway....Brilliant car!!

I have a 2013 SL550 and love it. You must have an extended warranty{exclusionary type}.No problems yet but my previous 2005 SL500 started problems at the 9 year point. Fast 4.3 sec, handling and ride are excellent. I have a panoramic roof feature which allows me to lighten and darken the moon roof. Kenwood sounds great. If you want luxury this is it.

Can’t wait for that Koenigsegg review ;)

They honestly kind of ruined this car by stopping production of the V12 model.

I like my 2016 SL400, I got it a year ago just off of lease with 4,400 miles. I have no regrets purchasing it, though it is entry level in this class. It's a great car.

I'm not sure why he would test the 6 cylinder. All of his low scores for fun, performance, handling . . . would have been significantly higher had he tested the SL 63 AMG, AND as said by many here in a class by itself with the convertible hardtop AND oh by the way, 0-60 in less than 4 seconds. Lastly, Mercedes just announced a brand new 2022 SL, far from gone so far DM

So sad to watch one of my favorite cars die 😔

Doug the type of guy to use oven mitts when he gets something out the freezer.

As a musician, I really appreciated at 9:50 that the *ding* of the car was the tonic resolution of the chord in the music you put in! Not sure if you did it intentionally but it was very satisfying!!

Doug, I have to respectfully disagree with you on the looks. I own a 2013 SL 550 ,metallic gray, AMG 5 spoke wheels. It is truly stunning and turns heads every time I get out on the road. Personally I love the shape and design and it truly is an incredible machine. I think the color and wheel package has a lot to do with how it appears.

I have a 2014 SL550. Few things, I like convertibles, but I hate soft tops, that limits the choices significantly. I test drove a lot of cars and this was by far the most fun, I smile every time I drive it, thats why I bought it. Lastly, you missed a few of the best features: Magic Sky (missing in your model), Dynamic/Massaging seats, the ability to have the seats have heating and ventilation on at the same time, Magic vision, the ability to move the passenger seat from the driver's side and auxiliary heating so you get warm air before the engine has warmed up.

Also, the fake plastic vents are a bad sign...

I just bought a 2015 sl65 and I can say it’s my favorite car by far! I’ve only had it for three days and never thought I’d own a roadster but this car is so much fun to drive! I was so surprised by the active bolstering when you go around a corner that’s my favorite little feature

I appreciate how you make your presentation detailing the important features and specification

Doug didn't mention his height, feeling sad

SUVs are ruining EVERYTHING

Very informative videos. That said, your melodic inflections are more than I can handle.

This car is about class. Doug does not seem to get that.

Doug is the type of guy who would film a car review at 2:12 pm

You forgot to mention it’s a hardtop, the gt and s cabriolet is a soft top, and as a former sl owner there is a difference

YOU KNOW, DOUG..YOURE JUST WONDERFUL AND PRECISE WHEN DOING THESE PRESENTATIONS!!! I HAVE VIEWED MANY OF YOUR VIDS!!! WITH SATISFACTION. MANY THANKS AND MANY BLESSINGS!!!! I'LL LET YOU KNOW WHEN I GET ANOTHER CAR THAT WOULD BE OF GREAT INTEREST. CHEERS & TALLYHO, BUDDY!!!!

SL Roadster will continue. SLC Roadster is cancelling.

The wind deflector is a beautiful piece of engineering design.

Doug the type of guy to dress like a 6th grader from the 90s.

I saw one the other day in white just like this one and it looks incredible. Don’t see many of these on the road but when you do it will definitely make your head turn. Absolutely gorgeous car.

Doug-I’d suggest the one thing you get with this versus the other cars is the hard top, which I definitely preferred when I bought this car (SL550) over the soft tops with the GT and the S-Class.

thought it was actually a decent car... until he said it was 99k starting...? i thought this thing would be about 70k... who the hell would get this over other cars for that price

The SL , especially the AMG SL specs . Will always be more gorgeous and sleek than the AMG GT lineups

I almost got a 2019 SL last year, but purchased a E53 AMG Cabriolet instead. So glad I did. The technology on the E blows this SL out of the water

My grandmother wants one... one issue... my grandmother doesn’t have a valid drivers liscense

I'm not an old man, and I'm not retired. So why do I desire one of these? Answer that Doug and give it a score 😂.

Please review of a R129 SL R73 AMG!

At 69 I bought one. Love it. Top down, romping on the accelerator in Sport Plus driving mode and gobs of torque.

74 year old men dont have to sell their dental practice to buy an SL. They were pushing SL's in their thirties and 40s man. And, the SL has always been a soft luxury cruiser as far back as I remember. The AMG models that came out in the mid 2000s are what turned it into a legitimate sports car.

It’s not failing. It’s just old. Can’t wait for the successor soon.

Doug the type of guy who watches old westerns wearing a cowboy hat.

I agree with you completely. I have a 2013 SL550 and it's great for an old, 60 year old geezer like myself. Actually, it's perfect for me!

My SL500 is nuts. V8 and active body control is the most comfortable drive I’ve ever had. Absolutely fast too

Hi Doug: Really enjoyed the review . I bought a 2017 SL550 last year and agree with most everything you stated . I previously had a 2012 ZR1 and a 2015 Z28 that I enjoyed for a while . As time went on I found that I was using both of those car less and less . They were great when I was in the mood and not so great when I wasn't. Also to really have fun in those cars I was going faster than I should have been going on public roads. I decided to get something little more relaxed and went shopping . 911 did not fit well , legs were cramped . F type fit better , wasn't crazy about the short overhang in the back . Both had cloth tops ( not a plus ) . M3 was nice but had gotten poor reviews . Had many BMW motorcycles and got tired of the quirks and poor treatment at dealerships . Also relative had engine self destruct in an M3 . Didn't really want a full blown luxury car ( S class ) and not GT's to even sit in at the time . I wasn't crazy about the look of the GT front . Took a long test ride in a used SL and liked how I fit , the ride , the interior , handling and power were reasonable , liked the all aluminum construction and really liked the convertible hardtop . A great all rounder . One year later still very happy with the purchase , would do it again . Added plus , the wife likes it too . I'm not a dentist , but I am an MD that just retired . Close enough ? Thanks again for the review .

Doug's the kind of car guy that would mention the Mercedes-Benz 300SL Gullwing while showing a picture of a Mercedes-Benz 300SL Roadster.

Doug the kinda person to get me to watch a benz review even though I'm a BMW M division guy

I just bought one today, got a screamin deal On a ‘17 SL500. I’m part of this narrow market. Just an overall fine automobile and the interior in exceptional in build and amenities.

The previous models were much more attractive

What do you mean this car doesn't know what it wants to be? It is literally perfect for its target market - old guys. It is just enough power and style for them to think they are still cool, but has supportive seats and suspension to not hurts their bad back. They are building the prefect old guy car. The problem is there aren't enough old guys in this price range. Most old guys can get something even better or can't afford this car. I think if they priced it at 80k it would sell more. That is the spot where old guys will think it is expensive, but they can stretch it as it will be "their last car".

Whatever, l love it and l want it!!! All my friends have convertibles too!! Oh l'm 48😁

I had an 03 SL. Hands down the coolest car I’ve ever had. It cost 2000 every time we took it to the shop. Which was often. It would be a great car for a good do it yourselfer. We traded it in for an EV. It was really fun while it lasted

The road sign detection system is for the 70 year old men who drive the wrong way

Strange review. Here's an idea on the "problem" of having three clocks: when the infotainment screen is switched off then you can't see the clock on that. The passenger can't see the driver's clock in the gauges cluster and neither can the driver when the ignition is switched off, so you need the clock on the dashboard as the only constant. So, not a problem.

I'm a 37 year old female and I've owned this car for four years. I absolutely love it. Not everything has to be for everyone, but the generalizations about who is buying what are misguided.

5 years later and this car has depreciated into the 30k low mileage range which now makes this a pretty attractive purchase nowadays

I live literally 40km away from Stuttgart and have NEVER seen an SL

You forgot to mention the infotainment screen is not centred.

SLs always hold their value well and appreciate as classics. I will be buying a 2006-2008 model soon

My dad is 64, just sold his business, just built a house in Naples Florida where he spends half the year when he’s not in PA and has a SL 63 AMG lol.. Mercedes seems to know their customers

Yeahhhh. This whole time I was like "eh, I'd pay $50k for this. Seems pretty good to me." Then Doug said that the price starts at $99k. Yeah, no shit the sales are slumping.

I love thee traditional non-juiced up SL. It’s beautiful, well made, and doesn’t suck gasoline like an AMG. 911’s can’t touch the comfort

My wife and I live in Newport Beach CA. We have leased SL’s since 2007 and have one now. The car is fun and people still comment on how beautiful it is. I don’t agree with your evaluation. I wouldn’t think of leasing the six, the car should be an eight. I lease an S550 and have had an S Class for 24 years. I’ve just ordered a new 2020 E 450 Cabriolet. I guess we are a convertible family. We have had no problem with the quality of our cars.

SL is NOT failing. If you don’t get it, you don’t get it 😌

What!? Porsche 959 review is coming?? 😮

Overpriced and not particularly capable as a sports car.

I am an owner of a 2016 SL550 - to be blunt, I’m not going to put much credibility in a review from a guy that rented a car for two hours and then googled the history of the SL. The beauty of this glorious country we live in is that everyone can have their own opinion. Personally I doubt MB will cancel the SL - but if they choose to I’ll be grateful I have one. I’ve owned five different summer fun cars over the years and this is clearly the best. The combination of features, luxury and sportiness is in perfect balance. If you want to seat more than 2 people buy something else - if you want to haul lumber buy a truck but don’t rag on a vehicle for being exactly what it’s made to be.

SL from the 2000 years has the greatest design a roadster ever had. no comparison to ugly GT!