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2001 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class SL500

WDBFA68F41F196301
5.0L V8 DOHC 32V
Engine
5-Speed Automatic Overdrive
Transmission
RWD
Drive
Gasoline
Fuel
GERMANY
Built in
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2001 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class

VIN Breakdown

SegmentCodeMeaning
WMI · World Mfr ID WDB Mercedes-Benz · Europe · Germany
VDS · Descriptor FA68F SL-Class SL500
VIS · Vehicle ID 41F196301 2001 · Serial 196301

Basic Information

MakeMercedes-Benz
ModelSL-Class
Year2001
TrimSL500
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 Number196301

Basic Information

Model Year 2001
Make Mercedes-Benz
Model SL-Class
Trim Level SL500

Engine & Performance

Fuel System SMPI
Displacement 5.0L/303
SAE Net Torque @ RPM 339 @ 2700-4250
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 302 @ 5600
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 4125
Overall Length 177.10
Overall Width 71.30
Overall Height 51.30
Wheelbase 99.00
Standard Seating 2
Wheelbase (in) 99.0
Height, Overall (in) 51.3
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) 71.3

Color Options

Interior Trim
Exterior Color

Features & Options

Powertrain-duration 48
Powertrain-distance 50,000
Power Door Locks Standard
Air Conditioning Standard
Cruise Control Standard
Cassette Player Standard
CD Player Standard
Driver Multi-Adjustable Power Seat Standard
Front Power Lumbar Support Optional
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 245/40R18
Front Headroom 37.10
Front Legroom 42.40
Front Shoulder Room 55.40
Front Hip Room 53.20
Track Front 60.40
Track Rear 60.00
Passenger Volume 50.40
Cargo Volume 7.90
Basic-duration 48
Basic-distance 50,000
Rust-duration 48
Rust-distance 50,000
MSRP $83,800
Dealer Invoice $77,934
Traction Control Standard
Tachometer Standard
AM/FM Radio Standard
Removable Top Optional
High Intensity Discharge Headlights Optional
Full Size Spare Tire Standard
Rear Window Defogger Standard
Rear Tire Size 245/45WR17
Front Wheel Size (in) 17 x 8.25
Rear Wheel Size (in) 17 x 8.25
Front Tire Size 245/45ZW17

Pattern Information

PatternWDBFA68F 1
WMI WDB (Germany, Europe)