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R231 SL400
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Took My SL400 to the Famous Oda Auto from YouTube!

Visiting Oda Auto, Famous on YouTube I brought my Mercedes-Benz SL400 (R231 model), which I purchased in August, to Oda Auto. This is the workshop run by the Kansai dialect-speaking owner known on YouTube for his catchphrase, “Don’t underestimate me!”. Watching his videos, many might find him a bit intimidating at first—I certainly did. Worried about saying the wrong thing and getting scolded, I carefully explained my requests via email and scheduled a visit. When...

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R231 SL400
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Mercedes-Benz R231 SL400 Review Part 2｜Experiencing the Essence of the SL and Open-Air C...

In Part 1, we explored the appeal of the R231 SL400’s Active Body Control and its 276-hp engine. In this second part, let’s dive deeper into the car’s core strengths: its handling characteristics, highway performance, and the comfort it offers as a convertible. After covering 1,000 kilometers, what stood out most was how exceptionally refined this car is as a grand touring machine. It transcends being just a means of transportation—driving itself becomes the ultimate...

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R231 SL400
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Mercedes-Benz, Reviews & Test Drives

Mercedes-Benz R231 SL400 Review Part 1｜The Magical Ride Created by Active Body Control

It’s been about a month since I purchased the facelifted Mercedes-Benz R231 SL400, and with over 1,000 kilometers on the odometer, I’d like to share a detailed review. Riding in the SL—a luxurious two-seater convertible that Mercedes proudly offers—after a long time, what struck me most was its overwhelming sense of refinement. The reasons behind choosing the SL were covered in my previous post, but what surprised me first after getting behind the wheel was...

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ベンツ SL400
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[Live Stream Summary] Vol.91: If You Could Only Own One Porsche, Which Would You Choose? ...

This article summarizes the recent live stream radio show of “Welcome Home, PORSCHE.” Feel free to enjoy it during your commute, school runs, or as a driving companion inside your Porsche. If you find the content valuable, please like and subscribe to the channel! Main Topics and Highlights Porsche Software Issues [04:45] Many Tesla Model 3 owners express, “What were other cars even like before?” From an engineer’s perspective, Porsche’s infotainment system has many problems...

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R231 SL400
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Why I Bought the Mercedes-Benz SL400 (Late R231 Model)

A Dream Car Among the World’s Top Three Sports Cars: The SL This time, I purchased the late-model Mercedes-Benz R231 SL400, and I’d like to share why I chose the SL. In my view, the world’s top three sports cars are the Porsche 911, BMW M3 (M4), and Mercedes-Benz SL. Among these, the SL has always held a special place in my heart as a long-standing dream car. When the R231 was unveiled in 2012,...

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ミシュラン・クロスクライメート2
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Purchased Michelin CrossClimate 2 SUV All-Season Tires｜Performance Tested on Dry and Wet...

All-Season Tires It’s been almost a year since the Mercedes GLB200d 4MATIC arrived at our home.It has already clocked over 12,000 km and is serving as my daily commuter as well as the family’s go-to vehicle for trips. Its excellent fuel efficiency, compact width, and 7-seat capacity make it incredibly useful. This time, I decided to switch the GLB’s tires to all-season tires. Originally, it came equipped with Mercedes-approved Pirelli PZERO tires, which offered a...

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メルセデス・ベンツ E250
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Mercedes-Benz E250 (W213) Test Drive Review: Exemplary Fundamental Performance Truly Wort...

Mercedes-Benz E250 (W213) Test Drive Report This time, although the test drive was a little while ago, I’d like to share my impressions of the Mercedes-Benz E250 (W213).Mercedes recently announced the new E-Class, but this E-Class is the earlier model of the current generation (W213). The grade is E250 Avantgarde Sport. Ride Comfort First, when starting to drive, this particular model uses conventional spring suspension rather than air suspension, but there is no particular dissatisfaction...

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GLB200d 4MATIC
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Real Impressions After Purchasing the GLB200d 4MATIC: Pros and Cons After About 7,000 km

Time flies, and the Mercedes-Benz GLB200d delivered at the end of November 2022 has now surpassed 7,000 km on the odometer. This time, I’d like to share my honest impressions after driving it for a while. Background of Purchasing the GLB200d 4MATIC Why I Chose the GLB200d The reason I bought the GLB200d was that I was looking for a family car with a compact width yet high driving performance, and after riding in a...

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メルセデスAMG SL43
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Test Drive Report: New Mercedes-AMG SL43｜Why Name It “SL”?

The other day, my younger brother bought the new Mercedes-AMG SL43 (R232 model). When it comes to the SL, it’s a model I personally love as well—one of the three cars (911, SL, M3) I dreamed of owning when I was younger. In fact, I used to drive an R129 SL500, and I also once owned the R171 SLK350, which is like the little brother of the SL. I truly love the SL among all...

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メルセデス・AMG GLA35
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Test Drive Report: Mercedes-AMG GLA35｜How It Differs from Regular Models and the GLB

Our blog’s test driver, TAKURO-san, recently bought a Mercedes-AMG GLA35 at the end of the year, so right at the start of the new year, I got a chance to see it up close. Mercedes-AMG GLA35 Speaking of the current GLA, my younger brother owns a GLA200d 4MATIC, and I’ve driven it a few times. Also, I bought the sibling model, the GLB200d 4MATIC, last year, so I want to report on the differences between...

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