This is my Mercedes Benz SL550.  It's the 50th Anniversary Limited Edition in celebration of the original SL which was introduced in 1957.  Only 550 were made.  Pewter metallic with a Cognac Brown leather interior and Black Ash wood trim.  12-way power seats with adjustable lumbar support with 3-position memory and two levels of heat and three levels of active ventilation. 8 Bose Cabin Surround Sound digital speakers with Sirius Satellite radio, Six disc CD changer, GPS Navigation and Bluetooth communications.  Carlsson lowering module with 20" Carlsson wheels and Yokohama high performance low profile tires. 

I call her "Honey" because her voice is so sexy when she gives me directions. I swear there are days when I can't decide if I want to drive her or have sex with her.  Of course, it often feels like the same thing...

5.5-liter V-8 engine, Bi-Xenon headlamps with corner-illuminating fog lamps, Keyless Go, Hands-Free Communication System including Bluetooth® interface, Tele Aid, integrated garage door opener, dual-zone automatic climate control, automatic comfort lighting, five air bags for both front- and side-impact protection, Brake Assist, Active Body Control (ABC), Electronic Stability Program (ESP®) and electrohydraulic brakes.

For a weekend trip, I just pack the custom SL-badged leather luggage which fits into the rear shelf and straps in behind me.

Glad I live in San Diego where I can have the top down all year round...

I just slide into that perfectly contoured seat that is already adjusted to my body... 

To start her up, I just caress the button...

She lets out a moan and her motor starts to purr

And then, I'm in heaven!

In the shop after suspension modifications and wheels and tires.

Photos by Kirby Fong  www.itzKirbPhotography.com