Category: Exotic Sports 
Price Range: £59,975 to £153,050
Great automatic gearbox, endless supply of torque, surprisingly compliant ride.
Pricey, not exactly environmentally friendly, disappointing launch control.
One of the best open-top driving experiences (a lot of) money can buy.




The previous-generation SL 55 AMG returns a not-too-sloppy 44% of its value after three years and 30,000 miles, which is more than respectable. It's fair to assume a similar, if not better figure, for the new model.