Does the Mercedes-Benz SL320 have a timing chain or cam belt?

What is life like with your car? Let us know and win £500 in John Lewis vouchers | No thanks

Does the Mercedes-Benz SL320 have a timing chain or cam belt?

I am thinking of replacing my ageing MGB roadster with a Mercedes-Benz SL320. I have been told that these cars have a timing chain rather than a cam belt. I have queried this with my local Mercedes-Benz dealer via email, but they are reluctant to reply. Can you advise me please?

Asked on 6 December 2010 by GW, Melksham

Answered by Honest John

That's right. I don't know of any Mercedes-Benz ever built that had a belt instead of a chain, and that includes Smarts.

Tags: cam belts timing chain specification

Similar questions

When should the cam belt be changed on a 2.2-litre Vauxhall Omega diesel?

I'm considering buying a 52-plate diesel Vauxhall Omega Estate and wanted to know the mileage frequency of cam belt changes on this model.

Does the 2004 Vauxhall Astra have a timing belt or chain?

I'm going to buy a Vauxhall or Opel Astra 1.4 Life soon. It is a 2004 model with 81,000 miles on it. I just wanted to know whether these models come with timing belts or chains? Also, are these cars generally...