About to view a 98 SL500, what should I check for?

[2003SL55]

Hi all, am going to view a 98 SL500 (R129). What are the main potential problems I should check for? I've owned 94 & 95 SL320s so have some ideas, but am looking for hints on anything specific to the 500, or any new electrical features that were added since 95...

Thanks for any suggestions.

 

[jaymanek]

they are pretty similar cars.. Just check the usual things.. everything working, hood working nicely etc, car sitting nice and straight, strong suspension etc etc..

Apart from the usual things, the only real thing to check for on the V8's specifically is that it runs smoothly without misfire and with good oil pressure..

If it has ADS suspension then just go over a few speed bumps... it should handle these like silk, not bounce around like an inflatable castle.