The SL 280 is a rear wheel drive Bruno Sacco designed convertible/cabriolet motor vehicle with a front positioned engine, manufactured by Mercedes-Benz.
It forms part of Mercedes-Benz's R 129 model series.
Its engine is a naturally aspirated petrol, 2.8 litre, double overhead camshaft 6 cylinder with 4 valves per cylinder. In this application it develops 190 bhp (193 PS/142 kW) of power at 5500 rpm, and maximum torque of 270 N·m (199 lb·ft/27.5 kgm) at 3750 rpm.
Power is delivered to the wheels via a 5 speed automatic gearbox.
The Mercedes-Benz SL 280 weighs a quoted 1830 kg at the kerb.
Top claimed speed is 225 km/h (140 mph).
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