Mercedes Slclass 2011 Owner's Manual

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2011 SL-Class

It was born to win races.

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And spent half a century
capturing hearts.

Developed as a racecar, coveted as a sports car, and cherished for generations as a dream car, no other automobile can claim its

history of innovation, imagination and adoration. When did it first take hold of your heart? Was it hurtling around a track, poised

on the auto show carpet, or just courting your glance from a neighbor’s driveway? Wherever it started, you remember. And ever

since, you’ve envisioned yourself behind the wheel, top-down, irresistibly drawn toward the horizon by the persuasive pull of its

engine — and a gentle sunny breeze at your back. This is not just a sports car. It’s a Mercedes-Benz sports car. Born to capture

the checkered flag. Engineered to romance the road. For 57 years, destined to fuel your love of driving. This is the 2011 SL-Class.

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SL 550 shown on cover with Palladium Silver metallic paint, and optional Premium 1 and Wheel Packages. SL 550 shown at right with Storm Red metallic paint.

The 2011 SL-Class.

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Invincible history. Irresistible chemistry.

Drivers can’t resist a car that’s drawn to the road. It introduced fuel injection to the world in 1954. Today, its

Active Body Control (ABC) system is arguably the most advanced suspension in production. The SL has a heritage

of elevating performance while deepening the allure of its iconic design. True to its legend, the 2011 SL 550 satisfies

the unending desires of drivers with an enduring devotion to technological innovation. From its athletically gifted

handling to the acrobatic precision of its retractable hardtop, its every maneuver is engineered to move you.

Well-defined muscle. Dual trapezoidal exhaust tips resonate a

mellow rumble as the 382-hp 5.5-liter V-8 sweeps you to 60 mph
in 5.3 seconds.1 Power is conducted via a driver-adaptive 7-speed
automatic with Touch Shift control and paddle shifters.

Gripping style. Staggered-width 18" 5-spoke alloy wheels and

high-performance tires2 expertly balance surefooted acceleration
with precise steering control. Optional 19" AMG wheels include
perforated rear brakes, plus dark-tinted headlamps and taillamps.

Active agility. ABC instantly adapts to driving conditions for

crisp cornering with silky comfort. It also automatically lowers
the car as speed rises and offers two selectable Sport modes.
A new Direct-steer system sharpens feedback in tight turns.

Able-bodied. High-strength/low-alloy steel reinforces its

unmistakably sculpted physique. From its power-retractable
aluminum hardtop to its aerodynamic lower bodywork, the
SL asserts its performance prowess with seductive style.

SL 550 show n wit h Black paint, and optiona l Pre mium 1 and Wheel Packages. Plea se see endnotes at back of broc hure.