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1998 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class SL500 Roadster

WDBFA67F1WF163488
5.0L V8 DOHC 32V
Engine
5-Speed Automatic Overdrive
Transmission
RWD
Drive
Gasoline
Fuel
GERMANY
Built in
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1998 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class

VIN Breakdown

SegmentCodeMeaning
WMI · World Mfr ID WDB Mercedes-Benz · Europe · Germany
VDS · Descriptor FA67F SL-Class SL500 Roadster
VIS · Vehicle ID 1WF163488 1998 · Serial 163488

Basic Information

MakeMercedes-Benz
ModelSL-Class
Year1998
TrimSL500 Roadster
Body StyleCONVERTIBLE 2-DR
Doors2
ManufacturerMercedes-Benz
CountryGERMANY

Engine & Performance

Engine5.0L V8 DOHC 32V
Transmission5-Speed Automatic Overdrive
Drive TypeRWD
Fuel TypeGasoline
Plant CodeF
Serial Number163488

Basic Information

Model Year 1998
Make Mercedes-Benz
Model SL-Class
Trim Level SL500 Roadster

Engine & Performance

Displacement 5.0L/303.5
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 315 @ 5600
SAE Net Torque @ RPM 345 @ 3900
Fuel System SMPI
Engine Type 5.0L V8 DOHC 32V

Transmission & Drivetrain

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

Dimensions & Weight

Curb Weight-automatic 4165
Overall Length 177.10
Overall Width 71.30
Overall Height 51.30
Wheelbase 99.00
Standard Seating 2
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) 71.3
Wheelbase (in) 99.0
Height, Overall (in) 51.3

Color Options

Interior Trim
Exterior Color

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 16
Fuel Economy-highway 23
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG) 16
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG) 23

Safety & Braking

Anti-Brake System 4-Wheel ABS
Front Brake Type Disc
Rear Brake Type Disc
ABS Brakes Standard
Driver Airbag Standard
Front Side 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 $79,900
Dealer Invoice $69,510
Tachometer Standard
Full Size Spare Tire Standard
Rear Window Defogger Standard
Front Wheel Size (in) 16 x 8
Rear Wheel Size (in) 16 x 8
Front Tire Size 225/55ZR16
Rear Tire Size 225/55ZR16

Pattern Information

PatternWDBFA67F W
WMI WDB (Germany, Europe)