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1997 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class SL320 40th Anniv. Roadster

WDBFA63FXVF143891
3.2L L6 DOHC 24V
Engine
5-Speed Automatic Overdrive
Transmission
RWD
Drive
Gasoline
Fuel
GERMANY
Built in
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1997 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class

VIN Breakdown

SegmentCodeMeaning
WMI · World Mfr ID WDB Mercedes-Benz · Europe · Germany
VDS · Descriptor FA63F SL-Class SL320 40th Anniv. Roadster
VIS · Vehicle ID XVF143891 1997 · Serial 143891

Basic Information

MakeMercedes-Benz
ModelSL-Class
Year1997
TrimSL320 40th Anniv. Roadster
Body StyleCONVERTIBLE 2-DR
Doors2
ManufacturerMercedes-Benz
CountryGERMANY

Engine & Performance

Engine3.2L L6 DOHC 24V
Transmission5-Speed Automatic Overdrive
Drive TypeRWD
Fuel TypeGasoline
Plant CodeF
Serial Number143891

Basic Information

Model Year 1997
Make Mercedes-Benz
Model SL-Class
Trim Level SL320 40th Anniv. Roadster

Engine & Performance

Fuel System SMPI
Displacement 3.2L/195.2
SAE Net Torque @ RPM 232 @ 3750
Engine Type 3.2L L6 DOHC 24V
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 228 @ 5600

Transmission & Drivetrain

Transmission-short 5A OD
Transmission-long 5-Speed Automatic Overdrive
Driveline RWD

Dimensions & Weight

Curb Weight-manual 4010
Overall Length 177.10
Overall Width 71.30
Overall Height 51.30
Wheelbase 99.00
Standard Seating 2
Height, Overall (in) 51.3
Wheelbase (in) 99.0
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) 71.3

Features & Options

Power Door Locks Standard
Air Conditioning Standard
Cruise Control Standard
Cassette Player Standard
CD Player Standard
Driver Multi-Adjustable Power Seat Standard
Leather Seat Standard
Alloy Wheels Standard
Power Windows Standard

Fuel & Economy

Tank 21.10
Fuel Economy-city 18
Fuel Economy-highway 24
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG) 24
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG) 18

Safety & Braking

Anti-Brake System 4-Wheel ABS
Front Brake Type Disc
Rear Brake Type Disc
ABS Brakes Standard
Driver Airbag Standard
Passenger Airbag Standard

Suspension & Handling

Steering Type Recirc
Front Suspension Independent
Rear Suspension Independent
Front Spring Type Coil
Rear Spring Type Coil
Tilt Steering Standard

Other Specifications

Manufactured in GERMANY
Body Style CONVERTIBLE 2-DR
Turning Diameter 35.40
Tires 225/55R16
Front Headroom 37.10
Front Legroom 42.40
Front Shoulder Room 55.40
Front Hip Room 53.20
Ground Clearance 4.90
Track Front 60.40
Track Rear 60.00
Passenger Volume 50.40
Cargo Volume 7.90
MSRP $79,600
Dealer Invoice $69,250
Tachometer Standard
Full Size Spare Tire Standard
Rear Window Defogger Standard
Front Wheel Size (in) 16 x 8
Front Tire Size 225/55ZR16
Rear Wheel Size (in) 16 x 8
Rear Tire Size 225/55ZR16

Pattern Information

PatternWDBFA63F V
WMI WDB (Germany, Europe)