Mercedes Benz 300SL Parts & Accessories

The Mercedes Benz 300SL never goes out of style even if it sits along with the most expensive cars the market has to offer today. It's a million-dollar classic sports car you could not afford to get a scratch, ever. You'd rather just have it sit like a queen in your garage and take it out only for car shows than put it at risk on the street. For one, repair and restoration is never cheap, much more a replacement. Just imagine a Gullwing or a Roadster crippled on the roadside. But even if your Mercedes Benz 300SL no longer hits the road like it's done before, regular check-up is of utmost importance as this keeps the maintenance cost from soaring. Here's a checklist you should keep handy:

• Prevent scratches and rust buildup on the exterior.

People turn to your car with awe when you go out with your Benz. Its amazing style is like an eye magnet, and when you pop the gullwing open, you see envy in the eyes of onlookers. It just gives you a very good feeling of pride. Since it is the exterior that turns heads, you have to spend enough time checking for any scratch on the paint and looking for any rust springing from underneath it. Religiously applying wax is an effective maintenance regimen that normally hides away fine scratches. But for any damage caused by rust, early detection and restoration should save the affected part. And remember to trust only the best mechanic to handle your car.

• Have a spotless upholstery.

Hop inside your car and be reminded with how blessed you are to own such an extravagant car. You have probably customized its interior already for a modern feel. Almost everything, the dashboard, steering wheel, and brake pedals could have already been customized to match your preference. Whether all are made new or simply restored, you have to mind every detail, including its upholstery. Watch for whatever stains and icky spots that are able to sneak a mark. You must keep cleaning agents and a clean rag handy to use immediately after noticing a stain. Never take a spot for granted so your vehicle could stay as the head-turning sports car as it has always been.

• Have a fuel-efficient engine.

So your car boasts an excellent exterior. How about its engine? Making sure it is fuel efficient will make it extra commendable. And the key to that is clean engine oil, which lubricates vital engine parts to avoid overheating. Also, make sure to use only clean oil filter as this keeps dirt, debris, and other contaminants out of your oil. You see, a clogged or dirty oil filter allows contaminants to sail straight to the engine, causing it to become less efficient. So prevent these unwanted particles from getting in the way by getting a fresh oil filter every time you change your oil.

So don't let your precious Mercedes Benz 300SL go out of style and run badly. Be sure to keep these helpful tips in mind.