Mercedes SL R107 1971-1989

Average repair cost: £345-£445 including VAT

Common convertible roof faults:

  • Boot lid will not open

  • Convertible roof is stuck closed

  • Convertible roof is stuck open

  • Frame alignment issues with roof mechanism

  • Frame cover sliders stuck or damaged

  • Frame cracked or rear bow bent

  • Front power windows not working

  • Manual front catches are stiff

  • Manual front catches do not secure front of roof correctly

  • Plastic rear window foggy or cracked

  • Roof drains are blocked or congested

  • Roof mechanism is slow in operation

  • Soft top fabric is leaking, car hood is leaking

  • Soft top fabric is torn, damaged or frayed

  • Tonneau cover, rear lid fails to close

  • Tonneau cover, rear lid fails to open

  • Water ingress, leaking from weather seals

  • Weather seals are dry and perished

  • Weather seals have shrunk and can see daylight through