Very enjoyable video review! I like the part most when Harry just stops talking and lets us feel how it's like to experience the sound. Nice touch is the starting, that makes you live the experience
Driven both cars already I don't think a California is even in the same category as the SLS. The finishes of the SLS plus its nav system, radio, etc... are top of the line whereas in the California you have the same stereo as a freaking JEEP CHEROKEE! Performance goes once again to the SLS, engine sound goes again to the SLS, and last but not least it's a Mercedes! Best automaker out there. The 458 is the SLS's competition, and the 458 is way better, but not a fucking California!
The vid is 5 years old but for the record - they fixed the gearbox shifts with a TCU update. Free to any owners. Shifts like a dream. BTW, such a tasty engine bay with the CF covers!
i dont think anyone would ever mistake it for a SL (too low, hood is too long, doesnt look like an SL, etc) but if they did, i bet it would attract some buyers who don't want a look at me sign while driving a convertible around town
I've finally realised who Harry with those sunglasses reminds me of.... that guy Mr. Smith or whatever he's called, the crazy bad guy agent from Matrix.... yes, I am a bit slow to realise that
The whole point of the SLS was to bring back the gullwing doors. Ironically this will probably be better than the coupe and the one to buy. The whole idea kind of backfired.
the SLS has more stuff than the california so i would take the SLS but the truth is im waiting for the all new SL which will come next year, it has the frond of SLS and rear of the new CLS plus its a hard top roadster and alot cheaper than the SLS even tho it shares the same engine.... talking about the SL63 tho
@jo05dk really? the thing is, i wasn't talking to you.. i read your comment and i know what you are talking about, i was talking to someone that have already thank me for my answer.
I agree, but not as overpriced as BMW in general. The 5-series, the 3-series and even the 1-series are insanely expensive in Sweden. They never cruise under 50,000$. The 5-series starts at like 60k$ and ends at over 120k$..... Even the 3-series can go up to over 100k$. But yeah Mercedes is decent i suppose, it's great value for money, for example good quailty engines like the bluetec V6, V8's that last for 800,000 Km. AMG models tho are overpriced ;)
I like this car and I like it better than the coupe. The gull-wing doors are cool and all, but are more gimmicky and impractical than anything. As he said though for the same money, I would definitely pick the Ferrari over this. One it is a Ferrari and two the Ferrari's interior is amazing.
How about the F12 Berlinetta or the Ferrari FF? Mclaren MP4-12C? All the cars would leave this car behind like it was a snail ;). A good price for this car would be arround like the Ferrari california,
well, overpriced... okay, but i dont think those cars are so far that they are in a different world! of course the sls is not that exotic type of car, but i think it is in pretty the same league as a 458...
@jo05dk ya 30k more than a california is a bet overkill but the california the fake ferrari, its based on a gran cabrio, it's not handmade, its got 110hp less than the merc ,and it kinda looks like a lexus sc430. I'd take the merc over the cali cause it's faster, better looking, and to the common eye it's a merc sl which means that you don't look as much of a showoff when you are driving it.
Not for a single millisecond did I think that it was a Merc SL.
Yes because we understand cars but to a normal person it's like an SL ....
Max Gafa For normal people it's a cool Merc.
Tejas Tasgaonkar I thought it was a Miata
Mr. Metcalfe for me makes the best reviews of any kind
never seen this guy but read his stuff... he's a good presenter! more please!
Astonishing, that a beautiful SLS is reviewed by what appears to be the man most fearful of a qualified dentist, the uk.
Beautiful car. One of the few times a soft-top adds to the looks.
He's spot on the with SL comment.
Very enjoyable video review! I like the part most when Harry just stops talking and lets us feel how it's like to experience the sound. Nice touch is the starting, that makes you live the experience
Driven both cars already I don't think a California is even in the same category as the SLS. The finishes of the SLS plus its nav system, radio, etc... are top of the line whereas in the California you have the same stereo as a freaking JEEP CHEROKEE! Performance goes once again to the SLS, engine sound goes again to the SLS, and last but not least it's a Mercedes! Best automaker out there. The 458 is the SLS's competition, and the 458 is way better, but not a fucking California!
fast mercs always have alot of drawbacks but they're alot of fun and because of that,i think they're one of the few automakers with a sense of humour
Harry Metalfe = Best reviewer!!!
Can I ask just one question ? The led lights in the middle of the dash between the sat nav and the rear view mirror, what is that ?
The vid is 5 years old but for the record - they fixed the gearbox shifts with a TCU update. Free to any owners. Shifts like a dream. BTW, such a tasty engine bay with the CF covers!
The fixed the problem with the GT version.
the sound is amazing.......
I really like the videos of Harry Metcalfe's
brilliant car, brilliant reviewer
Look at the size of those pillars!!!!
Surprising you can see around any corners with those!
Gorgeous interior.
my favorite car, would literally kill for it.
@YaniLovesTopGear It's the indicator for the parking sensors, called PARKTRONIC by Mercedes-Benz. There is one between the seats as well.
Gorgeous with the roof down. Love it.
I like the fact that most people would think it's just an SL because i wouldn't want to show off
@jayman81424 No those are between the speedo and rev counter ..
MB needs to bring this one back!!
That's a nice sound for the morning, dont need coffee if you a sound like that in your garage! :D
According to the guys reviewing this car It seems to be an ideal for old blokes in the retirement
he's a fantastic reviewer
More evo's Diaries with Harry, please.
In the SLS those are shift lights that indicate when you need to upshift.
@netxposeidon Yea he knows that but he meant he likes the gullwings on the coupé ..
@jayman81424 Hmm, still trying to figure out what it is ..
What??? TC will turn itself on if you press the breaks?
Cant it be fully disengaged?
Great review Harry!
what does he mean at 1:12 by "no getting held up at traffic lights"?
i dont think anyone would ever mistake it for a SL (too low, hood is too long, doesnt look like an SL, etc) but if they did, i bet it would attract some buyers who don't want a look at me sign while driving a convertible around town
Good video,thanks, um... i think this car is way over priced, but then again what new merc is'nt over priced?
Harry seems very fond of Cap Ferrat!
4:09 the perfect example of a man in middle life crisis
I've finally realised who Harry with those sunglasses reminds me of.... that guy Mr. Smith or whatever he's called, the crazy bad guy agent from Matrix.... yes, I am a bit slow to realise that
Very nice! What camera are you using?
The whole point of the SLS was to bring back the gullwing doors. Ironically this will probably be better than the coupe and the one to buy. The whole idea kind of backfired.
at 0:05 he said this is the "Roaster Version".... Does it have a buit in espresso machine?
He is definitely wrong about the fact that people will think its a Mercedes SL. The Sls is instantly recognizable and looks very different to the SL.
I want to see a test between a SL65 AMG and the SLS.
@FXF2012 With you as the broom?
When can i get one
ciao Harry!
I am wrong or at 3:50 you are wandering around Beaulieu-sur-mer?
Nice to Monaco is a nice trip for a ride on a V8! eh eh!
My girlfriend would. She's been telling her friends at work that I drive an SLS. Haha.
definitely getting rich stein vibes from your voice! haha
And?...
@WildChildXL you mistake this baby for an SL as soon as the new hits the streets, the resemblance is definately there.
the SLS has more stuff than the california so i would take the SLS but the truth is im waiting for the all new SL which will come next year, it has the frond of SLS and rear of the new CLS plus its a hard top roadster and alot cheaper than the SLS even tho it shares the same engine.... talking about the SL63 tho
@jo05dk really? the thing is, i wasn't talking to you.. i read your comment and i know what you are talking about, i was talking to someone that have already thank me for my answer.
@nitroboyn2o
Those are display for parking sensor
Better than a 599 GTB?
I agree, but not as overpriced as BMW in general. The 5-series, the 3-series and even the 1-series are insanely expensive in Sweden. They never cruise under 50,000$. The 5-series starts at like 60k$ and ends at over 120k$..... Even the 3-series can go up to over 100k$. But yeah Mercedes is decent i suppose, it's great value for money, for example good quailty engines like the bluetec V6, V8's that last for 800,000 Km. AMG models tho are overpriced ;)
@wez1to2 he meant that it was the same as the normal non cabrio sls... of course he knows that it's an sls!
2:40 that sound oooooh god
Boy it's fun though, now that's how you end a road test.
5:22 massive Bang&Olufsen subwoofer
@WildChildXL Well said, sir. Well said.
No one can mistake the SLS for an SL.
0:22 gullwing doors gone bit of a shame? It would be IMPOSSIBLE. It's a convertible!
cant believe its the same parking sensor lights inside like in the 04 ml i drive
This guy should be sweeping the streets
Ballers with teenie weenies love it.
@macbo777 Oooh, thanks man ! Didn't know that :D
To me, that looks quite dull compared to the gullwing coupe. It has to be "silver arrow" silvery though, with a red interior :)
in what world does that look like an SL?
I like this car and I like it better than the coupe.
The gull-wing doors are cool and all, but are more gimmicky and impractical than anything.
As he said though for the same money, I would definitely pick the Ferrari over this. One it is a Ferrari and two the Ferrari's interior is amazing.
How about the F12 Berlinetta or the Ferrari FF? Mclaren MP4-12C? All the cars would leave this car behind like it was a snail ;). A good price for this car would be arround like the Ferrari california,
@WildChildXL Ditto. I don't even remember how the SL looks like.
hmm, yes but the performance is on par with a 458. the california is an incredible car but the sls is a formidable one
your vids are awesome... to bad your camera isn't all that...........the audio spoils it for me....
your vids are awesome... to bad your camera isn't all that...........
ermm I think Harry's the only person that mistakes an SLS for an SL...
without the gull wing doors, this is just a posh SL
With this SLS you pay 'cos it's cabrio version of gullwing's! ...and could never thought it's SL!
meant 176,000 as he mentioned 30 seconds after that
okay i agree with you in that point.. but the aspect with the price: isnt it in generall that mercs are overpriced as hell?:D
Gullwing doors on a roadster would be impressive
@shilbacker The one driving the SLS, while you watch.
The Mercedes-Benz is over-priced? What a revelation :-p
id have the coupe just for the gullwing doors
well i will never mistake it for a sl
why people says he is a top bloke? i think i agree on most of what he says
well, overpriced... okay, but i dont think those cars are so far that they are in a different world! of course the sls is not that exotic type of car, but i think it is in pretty the same league as a 458...
@jo05dk ya 30k more than a california is a bet overkill but the california the fake ferrari, its based on a gran cabrio, it's not handmade, its got 110hp less than the merc ,and it kinda looks like a lexus sc430. I'd take the merc over the cali cause it's faster, better looking, and to the common eye it's a merc sl which means that you don't look as much of a showoff when you are driving it.
@nitroboyn2o
parking sensors....
whats wrong with you guys? the new SL headlights look 100% different. just compare them. unbelievable
Chrysler Crossfire.... nuff said.
Who the hell will ever mistake it for an SL?
his face reminds me the sentinel in the Matrix movie
the engine note only is worth 100 000. Its addictive
james mays dad?
@WildChildXL only my mother!
i got a wing doors SLS roadster
For that price, I expect 100% full leather steering wheel.
4:05 lol
Not the same car... Like the guy said above, I would rather have a Ferrari California than a Cabrio SLS
I think you mean to say GULL WING doors. Know what something is before you speak negatively of it.
it looks completely different to the sl