V8 is never a step backwards. It is not just the performance. It is the combination of everything with performance and the AMG V8 sound. Never backwards. Love V8.
@welldoctor Жыл бұрын
Not only that, but the V-8 will out last the battery system in that electric car, and won’t just burst into flames for no reason (never to be put out). When the battery eventually wears out you basically buy a new car when you have to replace it. Why do you think there are hardly any used electric cars in the market. Nobody wants a car with a short life shelf of a used battery system. If you talk to a dealer, they can ‘t give them away. they go to a scrap yard and then you have to deal with the environmental mess that is disposing of the hazardous batteries. Nobody talks about that because they belive fossil fuels are evil. Guess what, most of any car you buy is made of petroleum products (plastics, fiberglass, tires, grease for the bearings in the motors, the coatings for the wires used in the electrical system. If you think a V-8 is a step backward, a true step backward would be to walk away from fossil fuels because we will all be back in covered wagons with wooden wheels.
@welldoctor Жыл бұрын
LOVED the video though!!
@theodorehaskins37568 ай бұрын
Ice is dead, my friend! These legacy OEMS like Mercedes are headed to bankruptcy court!
@WeAreNotSheep2023 Жыл бұрын
Am I the only one that tunes in to see what Andrea is wearing? Always a wow!
@ryanray6215 Жыл бұрын
This is pure madness with those big TV screens in cars . Just horrible that people don't see that . Don't we have enough of this with the screens in our phones , tablets , laptops , computer desks , smart watches , Oh and of course huge 100 inch screen TV .
@noName-kn1lx Жыл бұрын
Its really lazy design frankly in the future these designs will look very dated
@braveheart9658 Жыл бұрын
This makes me happy that my province does not require a front license plate😂 Putting holes in the front bumper in this would hurt my soul😅🥲
@evcanada1451 Жыл бұрын
Quebec?
@braveheart9658 Жыл бұрын
@@evcanada1451 New-Brunswick
@MichaelAllen-td1uu Жыл бұрын
That’s the first thought that crossed my mind.
@isimonsez Жыл бұрын
My state in the 🇺🇸 requires it but idc, I haven’t put the front plate on any of my cars in years
@housepianist Жыл бұрын
In my state, you have to have a front plate if you have the hardware mounted for it but if not, they will allow you not to have it. However, the DMV will charge you an extra $100 for the privilege of not having a front plate. 👎 But for cars like this, it’s probably worth it.
@kellingtonlink956 Жыл бұрын
I’m so glad that I live in a province (Québec) that doesn’t require a front license plate!
@manofsesame3024 Жыл бұрын
Same here in Alberta
@realbeetlejuice Жыл бұрын
thumbnail pic of this video... 😍
@Howard24 Жыл бұрын
Videos and photos really doesn't do this car justice. The car is stunning in person, especially with silver rims. It is magnificent!
@OMGWTFLOLSMH Жыл бұрын
Black wheels are plain dumb and ugly. Because black absorbs light, they hide all the expensive detail you just paid for. Idiotic.
@jstoli996c4s Жыл бұрын
Mercedes always makes badass sounding V8’s
@seymorefact4333 Жыл бұрын
🥰😍In my dream garage for sure! Along w/ the LX500F, S- class cabrio, and 911, LC500 and LS500!
@TheLumberJacked Жыл бұрын
Door seat controls rock. Honestly a top feature for me.
@KeliK1 Жыл бұрын
The end, scissors win. Tchu tchu tchu tchu tchu, this is gonna be fun 😅I enjoyed this review so much and it shows that you did enjoy very much producing it! So much positive vibes! Thanks for making us part of it.
@andreaspencer9813 Жыл бұрын
Wow, thanks for the kind words!
@russellchristison8425 Жыл бұрын
Wow, what a way to start my morning ( Thursday morning Australia) coffee and a beautiful Mercedes V8, I’m not usually into matt colours or convertibles but that’s all out the window with this car. I need to win the lottery. Thank you for your continued fabulous content.
@scottnewellguitar Жыл бұрын
Love the power train and the styling. Can’t say I’m in love w the center screen. For that much $ I’d like to see it integrated w the dash. What a car tho!!
@OMGWTFLOLSMH Жыл бұрын
The giant center screen stuck there like an iPad, and the elimination of buttons and switches, is one of the poorest design choices of modern vehicle manufacturers. I swore to never buy a car with that BS, but I may not have a choice in the future. I hate it when they cram bad ideas down our throats. Piano black plastic is another one.
@dominickporrino4260 Жыл бұрын
Mate paint looks great-can do with less computerized items, Love the AMG
@tomdrummy4984 Жыл бұрын
Hi Andrea and Zack ! 👋😁. Nice car
@Armen567 Жыл бұрын
That touch screen is an eyesore.
@sk-un5jq Жыл бұрын
I'd be scared as hell driving this in Chicago (carjacked, mugged, robbed, etc).
@captainmorgan7386 Жыл бұрын
Very nice Mercedes Benz! I loved my 2001 V12 SL.
@blown9646 Жыл бұрын
2+2! Gorgeous vehicle
@denault3985 Жыл бұрын
Looks like Andrea's taking Zach out for a ride... Btw, what a beautiful machine!
@gt-c- Жыл бұрын
* * Now that is what Mama likes and wants!! Zach...Nota bene!!! * * Andrea looks AMAZING !
@kwametodd6094 Жыл бұрын
The Mansory version is an absolute monster
@carnutal3627 Жыл бұрын
Always love your reviews! Keep up the great work from another car nut. ❤️
@michaelgarvin8621 Жыл бұрын
Beautiful car, Great V8, cant afford it lol.. Good review guys!!
@OMGWTFLOLSMH Жыл бұрын
I love it too, but I can't see myself ever spending that much on a car, no matter how rich I was.
@OrdinaryG33K-SF Жыл бұрын
You guys are so cute! Love ya'! Really enjoyed this video (even though I could never afford one of these)! Keep up the great work!
@canuckwineguy Жыл бұрын
All three convertibles I have owned, I have always purchased the windscreen going behind front seats, this cuts wind through cockpit by 80-90% AND made my wife with her long hair very happy. I'm surprised a car of this caliber/ price doesn't have this built in?
@kellingtonlink956 Жыл бұрын
Stunning! I’m a huge SL fan. In fact, I almost traded my Carrera for an SL55 AMG + a few grand. It was a motorcar that I drove back and forth from Ottawa (Aylmer QC) to Toronto about a half a dozen times. I’ve always loved Grand Tourers, but they (SLs) regularly require a little more maintenance expenses $$$ that I simply cannot afford (that folding top, those expensive auto drying brakes, tyres (rears), AMG/MB parts prices, mileage etc.). For example, top on my 911 is two handles and I flip It over my head… 5-10 seconds?… the SL has so many motors and crazy wiring everywhere, very limited luggage space and, albeit breathtaking to watch… the top takes (an exaggerated)… forever to put up/down. I love this GT car and if I had a ton of money… maybe. But the SL over the BMW M850i?… I’m not so sure. Thanks for the video.
@lewistalmadge6703 Жыл бұрын
I have been eagerly waiting for the drop of this video and it was worth the wait. Wow, I need a cigarette after watching and hearing the roar of that V8. Such a beautiful machine and would like to say maybe one day, but I doubt I will get to own it unless I win the lotto. Thanks for the chance to live vicariously through you both.
@andreaspencer9813 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching, really glad you liked it!
@nickthequick Жыл бұрын
Even if I could have afforded to buy one, that giant iPad would be deal breaker.
@calgarytroyv2793 Жыл бұрын
Absolutely lived vicariously thru you on this one! Thanks for another excellent review. Would 've loved to have seen an attempt at fitting a bag of golf clubs...if I can't show it off rolling up to the course, what's the point - LOL!
@zachbackar5389 Жыл бұрын
I once owned a 380 SL in Ocean Blue. This looks more like a Porsche 911 Cabriolet. But I would not turn it down. Great review.
@elsaandnoah Жыл бұрын
Wow, what a pretty car 😍
@bill7481 Жыл бұрын
Stunning vehicle! I love the digital gauge cluster integration here. But it looks like the dashboard was designed without the infotainment screen in mind. The latter seems like an afterthought, as it almost covers the air vents and the start/stop button. Overall, though, this thing is a beauty! I am not a fan of their electric vehicle designs, but their ICE and hybrid vehicles are stunning!
@H2SO4H20 Жыл бұрын
If I remember correctly, all "2-seat" Mercedes SL, except for the original 1957-1963 300SL convertible, had room for an optional transverse or forward facing rear seat. There was an optional transverse rear seat for the 1956 190SL that I drove as a teenager and a similar transverse rear seat available for the succeeding 230/250/280SL. The rear seat's backrest was behind the front passenger seat and a floor panel behind the driver seat could be removed to create a shallow footwell. I had hoped that I would like the new AMG SL enough to buy one for my "second childhood" but having only a soft top simply will not do Removeable hardtops were options for all SL that had non-retractable hardtops. The removable hardtop for my 190SL turned it to a pretty cozy winter car and it was great fun to drive the car in snow.
@EdwardVarner Жыл бұрын
Love how Zack holds on lol
@petermacgregor2004 Жыл бұрын
V8 Engines are a lot more Eco friendly than a large Lithium battery which has the Ability to self destruct on a whim. I recently ordered and purchased a Porsche Cayenne GTS Coupe V8. No regrets. The red brake callipers are the only thing that are not black on the car. Fully PPF'd including the piano black centre console. No scratch marks. $261k NZ dollars.
@mahdavimail Жыл бұрын
Waiting for a Toyota fan to come and say it's not reliable expensive to maintain etc. 😂😆 I say, what a beast 👏
@TheLumberJacked Жыл бұрын
😂😂😂 Every fricking time too 🤣 You called it.
@samsharma9207 Жыл бұрын
Been waiting on this one! I've had the car for 4 months now, and that exhaust note definitely hasn't gotten old! Also, using Racebox, I got a 0-60 of 3.02 seconds so definitely underrated performance figures from Merc.
@jackmarston2515 Жыл бұрын
Car and driver got it to 60 in 3 flat.
@garthhowe297 Жыл бұрын
Gulp! That starting price is a bit of a shocker. Beautiful car though.
@vontravel Жыл бұрын
What a car! Thanks for reviewing it. I must admit I absolutely detest these large screens. They almost always look like last minute add-ons. Why can’t they look as though they were designed to be there? The entire idea tells me that they got the idea of someone wanting to slot an iPad in or onto the dash. Trashes the rest of the overall design.
@Jorge_Magallon Жыл бұрын
Great review. I submit that this particular screen implementation cheapens the interior look because it doesn’t blend in well and, instead, looks tacked on as an afterthought. Maybe it’s like exteriors, you just can’t judge the looks until you see it in person. P.S. Do you lose the front license plate and budget for tickets?
@easternyellowjacket276 Жыл бұрын
What a review. Thanks, guys!!
@artistnyc123 Жыл бұрын
Andrea's laugh is priceless. 🥰
@OMGWTFLOLSMH Жыл бұрын
She seems like a very happy and charming person. Probably a great dinner party guest/friend.
@artistnyc123 Жыл бұрын
@@OMGWTFLOLSMH 🌋🔥She's smoking hot!
@tracerbullet1964 Жыл бұрын
Awesome review as usual! Would you throw in the Lexus LC500 as one of the competitors? If so, which one sounds better?
@breakandrun70 Жыл бұрын
Nice car if your a multi millionaire, but nice to see such a classy sports car with some power. Great video!
@captaindoeverything11 ай бұрын
I'm buying one when they build them as a plugin hybrid . . .
@UltraDoug Жыл бұрын
Yeah, money no object? This would be the one. Saw this in the wild the other day on the way into Philly. Black with red trim. Young guy and his sweetheart. The car is a serious looker. At 52 I was wondering what this guy was doing to afford that…….probably best not to ask. Anyway, I still love my TLX. That’ll do…..for now.
@kevinn1158 Жыл бұрын
I'm not much of a Merc fan but this is a beautiful design. Do they still make the AMG GT? The 2 door coupe?
@randalhuseby Жыл бұрын
Great review you two! Lovely car. Almost tempts me out of my Jaguar F type. Almost. But I can never wipe the smile off my face when driving the F type. Still a wonderful AMG, and will be a sad day when all that is available are electrics.
@stevenflaig869 Жыл бұрын
That's a great toupee Zack. Nice review.
@oceanNmotoWoman Жыл бұрын
😂 I think he’s walking home instead of braving that back seat Love everything you put out you two
@OMGWTFLOLSMH Жыл бұрын
I'm sure he took the G-wagon home.
@toaihoang2933 Жыл бұрын
Seat controls on the door would help a lot in protecting a Patek Philippe or a Rolex 😂
@KeliK1 Жыл бұрын
I screamed and almost bite my finger when you announced the price 🤣
@111000san Жыл бұрын
wow lovely car. Both of you are my favourites ❤
@dober68 Жыл бұрын
Great review! Considered a 911 Turbo cabriolet.. the dream car. Now, reconsidering 🤔😎
@Mark-rt6fy Жыл бұрын
I spent more than what I can justify on a 911 turbo s cab bcs I know I can recoup most of it (or more than what I paid for since I bought used) if I really need to, but I cannot afford this car that slashes 40k off new and still cannot sell.
@patrickmichael33844 ай бұрын
This is my other FAV AMG Mercedes besides the GLE53 and GLE63 (NON coupes). I also like how Andrea looks like Italian American chef Giada De Laurentiis here.
@timothyburnside3229 Жыл бұрын
Power, Luxury and fantastic looks, the price is steep but likely worth it, but you are getting close to Aston Martin price point and less exclusivity.
@JimAllder11 Жыл бұрын
my god what a beautiful car. Thanks, guys! Enjoy your vaca! 😉
@Jsah11 Жыл бұрын
I love the love you both have one another. I also love all your videos!
@MrNyc4Life Жыл бұрын
Mercedes knows how to make cars ! Hi Andrea 👋 loving the outfit !
@dansanger5340 Жыл бұрын
Beautiful car. Not sure how much it matters on a car like this, but how's the wind noise with the top up?
@zoner__ Жыл бұрын
Masterpiece
@chrishernandez2017 Жыл бұрын
Saw & sat on one when I took my GLA45 AMG at Bellingham MB. Sexy beast!
@rjcolombe Жыл бұрын
That offset front license plate holder absolutely kills the front aesthetic for me. Yikes!
@10OF9OFBORG Жыл бұрын
😂 You are right! You will never get old when driving this vehicle! 😂 If you ever drive it in Germany’s highway that has no speed limit, your hair will be flying! 😂 and it’s design reminded me of the old auto race car back in last part of 30’s. Perfect for weekend driving. Great funny video Andrea!! 👍🏻👍🏻☕️☕️
@andreaspencer9813 Жыл бұрын
Amazing sports car! Glad we got the opportunity to drive it for a week.
@10OF9OFBORG Жыл бұрын
@@andreaspencer9813 a week? That’s awesome!! 👍🏻👍🏻
@aceofspades6667 Жыл бұрын
stunning
@ghostxfairy Жыл бұрын
Nobody buying a car like this is sayng "Oh yeah, should have been electric." Even Mercedes knows they messed up putting a 4 cyl hybrid in the C63 and rumors are that the V8 is coming back.
@ChrisJones-ps6vw Жыл бұрын
Love the matte!
@forceforgood4669 Жыл бұрын
Love it. May be you could make them 5 to choose from, if you add the LC-500.
@dkvikingkd233 Жыл бұрын
The real sound of a roaring V8 is hard to beat - and I think it's a clear handicap of electrical cars that their sound is so bland..
@nicholassmith7048 Жыл бұрын
I do like the new exterior styling however I also agree about the huge screen being an eyesore and dominating the interior; it will also really date the interior within not too long. There's a reason why Bugatti kept screens to a minimum in the Chiron.The cupholders and cubby situation in the centre console looks a bit cheap and uncouth as well. Definitely not winning any concours d'élégance shows in 30 years with those faux pas.
@sydneydaramy5453 Жыл бұрын
You did that beautiful 😍
@jayczyzyk7607 Жыл бұрын
Now that’s a great car
@CyberSamurai4Life Жыл бұрын
Awesome review as always. Really disliked the font license plate placement. OCD trigger alert
@andreaspencer9813 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching! Yes, it would be great if you could go without one for this model.
@inomad Жыл бұрын
I would like this if it had rear wheel drive.
@ChrisJones-ps6vw Жыл бұрын
Big question: what kind of watch does Otto wear?
@Motormouth... Жыл бұрын
This was either my Tudor Submariner or Rolex Sea Dweller. Can't tell from the video.
@clubsobri Жыл бұрын
It is a beautiful car.
@hoodiepapa7344 Жыл бұрын
I watch almost every video you put out. But for the first time you almost got a thumbs down because you suggested that a V8 is behind the times!! How dare you I say, how dare you!! I said that all in jest.... Kinda... Love the channel. Loyal viewer.
@andreaspencer9813 Жыл бұрын
lol! I know, I know.....Hey I love a V8 too but as you know, some don't anymore....The sound alone is amazing!!!
@Motormouth... Жыл бұрын
Fair enough
@TalismanPHX Жыл бұрын
The Benz is absolutely beautiful and costs more than my house.....
@user-kp5bv9bz6oАй бұрын
Does the soft top work? How's your dead battery
@matthewchau2481 Жыл бұрын
Andrea, would you say this refresh is "refined"? 😂
@LuisAldertoGranielMendez6 ай бұрын
Esta hermoso🎉😮 algo dien Dios te bendiga. Siempre vay
@janoycresnova9156 Жыл бұрын
Andrea, you look absolutely stunning!
@andreaspencer9813 Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!
@noName-kn1lx Жыл бұрын
The simp squad never rests lol
@artistnyc123 Жыл бұрын
I volunteered to sit behind Andrea in the children's seat and hold her hair, seriously 🙂
@CannonKnight Жыл бұрын
I hope there's a video of Zack riding in the back seat while Andrea is flooring it.
@richardhl1619 Жыл бұрын
It's a great lovely car . . .Im driving MBs since 45 years ,this one is the best . . .but Mercedes always has 80% the same interiors dark gray leather . . . and its not easy to get the more interesting colors . . . .they should compare the Chines autoindustrie with the most beautiful interiors . . albeit saying this I have 2 Mercs a 500 S and a GT with those boring dark gray interiors .. but the new SL is a most beautifull Car . . .
@alanwilson7792 Жыл бұрын
Pity there isn't a place for the front license plate - the location on the review vehicle looks pretty bad.
@philipguacci6452 Жыл бұрын
Bring plenty of cash down under. A$375,000 plus options and on road taxes. Oh boy.
@kitokane Жыл бұрын
I'll buy the Venice Bag!
@dean827 Жыл бұрын
Hand assembled by the AMG engineers with Mercedes parts.
@In-obscurity-n7j Жыл бұрын
The closest I will ever get to one will be in a target parking lot. Who am I kidding. These people don't shop at Target.
@Frank-mc2ge Жыл бұрын
The front license plate is awkward.
@davinlaroche3029 Жыл бұрын
I can't wrap my head around those useless jump seats. The SL has always had a strange shelf behind the front seats with a couple covered bins, so placing a bag on the rear "seats" isn't really new.
@JimmyDeneus-q2r Жыл бұрын
Did y'all see the escalade iq 💯
@Sardor_Germany10 ай бұрын
Narxi qancha buni
@ziwaldo Жыл бұрын
is this the 2023 or 2024 version?
@bill4632 Жыл бұрын
Lottery goals... lol. Hate the stupid huge screen... Grrrr. I have a 21in monitor at home for internet. Put designs back into the dash layout!!
@zhengpaul1456 Жыл бұрын
in vancouver too!!!!!
@DonFather Жыл бұрын
to the commenter, have you noticed going electric does NOT reduce a car's price? They are in the business of making luxury cars, NOT social assistance.
@Eqs450SUV Жыл бұрын
Love it!!!! I’m all about EV’s -but I absolutely love this ride. True Mercedes like you guys mentioned. Love the spec!!! I want one:))