Mercedes-Benz 280-560SL & SLC: W107 series Roadsters & Coupes 1971-1989 (The Essential Buyer's Guide) Paperback – August 15, 2007

I bought the book after I'd acquired my 450SL--wish I'd had it before! The car is fine and I got it at a good price, but it's always better to go into a purchase of that sort well informed. Prices are getting a bit dated in the book, and it's written for the British market, but the tech tips and things to watch for are pertinent everywhere.

Excellent tips when buying a mercedes w107

This publication is aimed at the buyer who knowsvery little about automobiles.Some nice pictures,and a history about the Mercedes model,but not toomuch information on the glitches these cars have.Mentions some faults the Mercedes have, but most are common knowledge, like rust.If you know automobiles,you don't need this book,however, if you are a novice,then by all means pick it up as a guide for buying. Too much information is always a good thing,besides,I like pictures of Mercedes-Benz.

If you are interested in any of the models/years covered, this book is crucial. It tells you features of each car, and gives you "Fair Warning" as to possible trouble spots. Just showing up to look at one of these MB's with the book in hand will get you a better price and give you extra leverage! Very handy, glad I got it.

Disappointing for my needs. It is little help for evaluating an sl, yes it lists all options engines etc but almost no help in judging the condition of an sl.

Buena guía de compra del modelo

OK

A lot of valuable information about a great line of collectible cars. This item shipped quickly. It is concise and appears, from my experiences, to be pretty accurate.

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I AM VERY HAPPY WITH THIS BOOK BECAUSE IT HAS HELPED ME TO CHOOSE MY NEW CAR MERCEDES 350 SLC 1980

I have found this book to be a really great buy - its title says it all.Although some reviewers found it contained "obvious" information, I don't think this is fair. I have an average mechanical level of knowledge and attempt most jobs on my cars, but I have learnt a lot for the excellant little book. It has been very useful when inspecting SL's for purchase and I have often found I now know more than many of the Dealers! The book's suggested inspection process is very logical and it makes sure you don't overlook things. If you are thnking of buying an SL then don't do so until you have read this book.

Very little details offered about production or options. Generalist book. Most of the information can be found on line. Save your hard earned money.