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
Reviews & Test Drives

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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
Reviews & Test Drives

Reviews & Test Drives, Mercedes-Benz

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
Reviews & Test Drives

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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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[Live Stream Summary] Vol.90: SL400 Delivery Report, Porsche New Model Predictions, and T...

This article summarizes the recent live stream radio show “Welcome Home, PORSCHE.” Feel free to listen during your commute, school runs, or while enjoying a drive in your Porsche. If you like the content, please give us a thumbs up and subscribe to the channel! Main Topics and Highlights Opening Talk [01:17] Despite typhoon warnings in the Kansai region, actual damage tends to be minimal. The Ashiya area was completely unaffected this time. A common...

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メルセデス・ベンツ GLS580
Reviews & Test Drives

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Test Drive Review of the Mercedes-Benz GLS580｜How Does the E-ACTIVE BODY CONTROL Perform?

GLS580 4MATIC My younger brother, who occasionally appears on this blog, bought a car as usual. This time, it’s the Mercedes-Benz GLS580 4MATIC Sport Chauffeur Package. As of the time of writing this blog, the GLS580 has already been removed from the Japanese lineup, and currently, the only new models available are the GLS400D and the AMG GLS63. Previously, I considered purchasing the GLS400d and even test drove it. At that time, I was somewhat...

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AMG E60（W124）
Reviews & Test Drives

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Father is Mercedes, Mother is Porsche! Test Driving the AMG-Tuned E60 Based on the Merced...

Parents Are Porsche and Mercedes 500E Are you familiar with the Mercedes W124 E-Class model called the 500E (later known as the E500)? This W124 E-Class, the ancestor of today’s E-Class, originally came in versions like the 230E and 300E, but the 500E was created specifically to house the V8 engine from the then top-tier Mercedes sports car, the SL500. The development of the 500E was handled by Porsche’s Weissach engineering center, and part of...

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