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MERCEDES-BENZ, The modern SL cars, The R230: From the SL280 to the SL65 AMG Black Series
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Series: Modern SL, Book 3
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ISBN10: 1519225148
ISBN13: 9781519225146
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Published: Nov 10 2015
Pages: 230
Weight: 1.65
Height: 0.60 Width: 8.50 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781519225146
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Published: Nov 10 2015
Pages: 230
Weight: 1.65
Height: 0.60 Width: 8.50 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
Revised and Expanded 2024 Edition
Complete Model History, Engineering, AMG Variants and a Completely Rewritten 40-Page Buyer's Guide
A well-maintained Mercedes-Benz R230 can offer an exceptional combination of performance, comfort and advanced engineering. A neglected example, however, can quickly require repairs costing many thousands of dollars. This revised and expanded edition combines the complete history and technical development of the R230 with a completely rewritten 40-page buyer's guide covering the mechanical, hydraulic and electronic systems that should be examined before purchase.
Complete Model History, Engineering, AMG Variants and a Completely Rewritten 40-Page Buyer's Guide
A well-maintained Mercedes-Benz R230 can offer an exceptional combination of performance, comfort and advanced engineering. A neglected example, however, can quickly require repairs costing many thousands of dollars. This revised and expanded edition combines the complete history and technical development of the R230 with a completely rewritten 40-page buyer's guide covering the mechanical, hydraulic and electronic systems that should be examined before purchase.
Introduced in 2001, the R230 brought the SL into a new era. Its retractable Vario-Roof, Active Body Control suspension, Sensotronic Brake Control and advanced electronic systems made it one of the most technically ambitious Mercedes-Benz roadsters ever produced. Its engine range extended from the V6 models to supercharged V8 and twin-turbo V12 power, culminating in the extraordinary SL65 AMG Black Series.
This large-format, 229-page, full-color reference presents the complete R230 story, from the original SL500 and SL55 AMG through the 2006 and 2008 model updates to the SL63 AMG, SL65 AMG and SL65 AMG Black Series. It covers model development, engines, transmissions, technical changes, AMG versions, special editions, specialist conversions, production data and originality. The buyer's guide was completely rewritten and doubled in length to 40 pages. The book covers:
- COMPLETE MODEL HISTORY
From the SL280 and SL300, SL350, SL500 and SL550 to the SL600, SL55 AMG, SL63 AMG, SL65 AMG and SL65 AMG Black Series. The important model updates of 2006 and 2008 and the differences between European and North American versions are explained in detail.
- ENGINES, ENGINEERING AND MODEL UPDATES
V6, naturally aspirated and supercharged V8, and twin-turbo V12 engines; SEQUENTRONIC, five- and seven-speed automatic transmissions, and AMG SPEEDSHIFT and MCT systems. The book also examines Active Body Control, Sensotronic Brake Control, suspension, steering, braking technology and the principal technical developments introduced during production.
- AMG, SPECIAL EDITIONS AND TUNERS
SL55 AMG, SL63 AMG, SL65 AMG and SL65 AMG Black Series, together with the Mille Miglia and Night Edition models and interpretations by Brabus, Carlsson, RENNtech and other specialists.
- REFERENCE AND ORIGINALITY INFORMATION
VIN decoding, data cards, production figures, model identification, factory equipment and important production changes provide useful reference material for owners, restorers and collectors.
- COMPLETELY REWRITTEN 40-PAGE BUYER'S GUIDE
Bodywork, water ingress and drainage systems, Active Body Control, Sensotronic Brake Control, engines, transmissions, electrical systems, central locking, Vario-Roof operation and hydraulics, interior equipment and other areas where age or neglected maintenance can lead to substantial repair costs. Unlike a conventional buyer's guide, this book also presents the complete history and technical development of the R230. Unlike a general model history, it provides practical guidance for inspecting, purchasing and owning these technically complex roadsters.
The hardcover and paperback editions contain the same complete 229-page, full-color content; the only difference is the binding.
Whether you are considering the purchase of an R230, already own one, or simply appreciate this generation of the SL, this carefully researched and richly illustrated book offers a comprehensive guide to its history, engineering and many variations.
Bernd S. Koehling has been involved with classic Mercedes-Benz automobiles since the 1970s and is the author of more than 20 books on the marque.
Additional photographs and sample pages from the book appear farther down this product page.
This large-format, 229-page, full-color reference presents the complete R230 story, from the original SL500 and SL55 AMG through the 2006 and 2008 model updates to the SL63 AMG, SL65 AMG and SL65 AMG Black Series. It covers model development, engines, transmissions, technical changes, AMG versions, special editions, specialist conversions, production data and originality. The buyer's guide was completely rewritten and doubled in length to 40 pages. The book covers:
- COMPLETE MODEL HISTORY
From the SL280 and SL300, SL350, SL500 and SL550 to the SL600, SL55 AMG, SL63 AMG, SL65 AMG and SL65 AMG Black Series. The important model updates of 2006 and 2008 and the differences between European and North American versions are explained in detail.
- ENGINES, ENGINEERING AND MODEL UPDATES
V6, naturally aspirated and supercharged V8, and twin-turbo V12 engines; SEQUENTRONIC, five- and seven-speed automatic transmissions, and AMG SPEEDSHIFT and MCT systems. The book also examines Active Body Control, Sensotronic Brake Control, suspension, steering, braking technology and the principal technical developments introduced during production.
- AMG, SPECIAL EDITIONS AND TUNERS
SL55 AMG, SL63 AMG, SL65 AMG and SL65 AMG Black Series, together with the Mille Miglia and Night Edition models and interpretations by Brabus, Carlsson, RENNtech and other specialists.
- REFERENCE AND ORIGINALITY INFORMATION
VIN decoding, data cards, production figures, model identification, factory equipment and important production changes provide useful reference material for owners, restorers and collectors.
- COMPLETELY REWRITTEN 40-PAGE BUYER'S GUIDE
Bodywork, water ingress and drainage systems, Active Body Control, Sensotronic Brake Control, engines, transmissions, electrical systems, central locking, Vario-Roof operation and hydraulics, interior equipment and other areas where age or neglected maintenance can lead to substantial repair costs. Unlike a conventional buyer's guide, this book also presents the complete history and technical development of the R230. Unlike a general model history, it provides practical guidance for inspecting, purchasing and owning these technically complex roadsters.
The hardcover and paperback editions contain the same complete 229-page, full-color content; the only difference is the binding.
Whether you are considering the purchase of an R230, already own one, or simply appreciate this generation of the SL, this carefully researched and richly illustrated book offers a comprehensive guide to its history, engineering and many variations.
Bernd S. Koehling has been involved with classic Mercedes-Benz automobiles since the 1970s and is the author of more than 20 books on the marque.
Additional photographs and sample pages from the book appear farther down this product page.
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