Mercedes SL 380 Workshop Manuals and Repair Manuals

Mercedes SL 380

The Mercedes 380 SL was a small practical roadster with a fine style. It was introduced into the US market with a 3.8 liter 155 hp all-aluminum V8 engine coupled with a four-speed automatic transmission. It was considered as an extremely durable car with very good handling and high reliability. The Mercedes 380 SL came with antilock brakes and driver's side airbag which provided them more value at the time. 380 SL imported from 1981 to 1985. These early 380 models were plagued with chain failure problems and the problem was corrected by Mercedes-Benz, free of charge.