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11-12-2009, 01:18 AM
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Re: 2004 Mercedes SL500 Convert
Hi Guys,
Being the issue has caused a stir (Google the topic), we're inquiring about the radiator in the Benz. If its any consolation, we've never experienced a problem in the car, the carfax is clean and the car has a full power train warranty until February 2011 or 100k miles. I will report back about the radiator. I have a call into the dealer. Thanks, Dan
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11-12-2009, 02:22 AM
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Re: 2004 Mercedes SL500 Convert
From what I understand, a knowledgeable dealer can determine if the car has the infected radiator based on whether the car's vin number falls into a specific range. Also, a knowledgeable dealer can visually tell the difference between a Valeo vs. a Behr radiator.
Mercedes actually sells a test kit to the dealers with very specific instruction on how to take a sample of the trans fluid and test for the presence of glycol. If present, the ppm will generally dictate the level of repair necessary to correct the trans symptoms. Ask me how I know  I really like my Benz, but when something goes wrong..... it's expensive!
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11-12-2009, 11:21 AM
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Re: 2004 Mercedes SL500 Convert
[ QUOTE ]
From what I understand, a knowledgeable dealer can determine if the car has the infected radiator based on whether the car's vin number falls into a specific range. Also, a knowledgeable dealer can visually tell the difference between a Valeo vs. a Behr radiator. [/ QUOTE ] A Mercedes-Benz Dealer can see the full History (FDOC or VDOC) of the car. But only when the car was by a MB Dealer for Service and Repair! [ QUOTE ] Ask me how I know I really like my Benz, but when something goes wrong..... it's expensive! [/ QUOTE ] Yes sir, thats damn right 
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11-16-2009, 08:39 PM
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Re: 2004 Mercedes SL500 Convert
No luck on finding out the radiator in the car, but I did drop the reserve $1,000 to compensate.
-Dan
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11-17-2009, 02:21 AM
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Re: 2004 Mercedes SL500 Convert
I wouldn't drop the reserve over a 'what if' radiator possibility! Its just something to be aware of, that's all.
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11-17-2009, 02:49 AM
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Re: 2004 Mercedes SL500 Convert
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I wouldn't drop the reserve over a 'what if' radiator possibility! Its just something to be aware of, that's all. [/ QUOTE ] I'm a nice guy. 
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11-17-2009, 03:02 AM
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Re: 2004 Mercedes SL500 Convert
Marlin:
After commenting about how it appeared over-priced (not being an AMG or a bi-turbo) and then the potential radiator problems, you got me to quit bidding. Now you don't understand why he would drop the reserve? I guess I do, Ed
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