Cayman specialise in solving Mercedes SL Soft Top and Mercedes Vario convertible roof repairs.
If you are suffering from a wet cabin or boot area in your Mercedes SL Convertible, contact us and we can talk you through the steps that lead to water reduction in your cherished cabriolet.

The Sport Leicht badge appeared as far back as 1954 and since then has morphed into a beautifully engineered two seat GT vehicle with the appeal of open-top driving for enthusiastic cabriolet owners.
The SL models we see at Cayman Autos, include the R129, launched between 1989-2002 – a classic soft top cabriolet that is steadily increasing in value and extremely collectible, the R230 between 2001-2011 and the latest R231 hard top folding convertible.
The Mercedes SLR129 model was the first convertible/roadster to offer the automatic rollbar deployment in event of rollover. The cabriolet owner can also manually raise and lower the rollbar should he or she choose to. This facilitates the clean look of the R129 without compromising the occupant’s safety.
The R230 came to the market in 2001 and was equipped with a steel folding roof, the Mercedes Vario Roof. This cabriolet roof was well built, so that when the driver had the hard top roof closed, there was the feeling of driving a big coupe.
Like all soft and hard top cabriolets they have their faults and in particular, lack of attention to care and maintenance can lead to water ingress and the usual electrical and mechanical faults caused by water damage on the operational roof system
Why use us for your Mercedes SL Soft Top and Mercedes Vario Convertible roof repairs?
Discounted rates
We diagnose and repair faults accurately, at a considerably discounted rate in comparison to Mercedes dealerships.
Knowledge and expertise
We have dedicated our knowledge and expertise to the convertible roof system and fully understand every Mercedes soft top and convertible model.
High quality equipment
We have the highest quality equipment to ensure your Mercedes is looked after correctly and maintained to the highest standards.
Accurate, efficient diagnosis
We emphasise on accurate diagnosis and efficient and thorough repairs using the latest technology and diagnostic equipment.
1 year warranty
We guarantee our repairs with the minimum of a 1 year warranty.
All roof faults serviced
We service a full range of faults, simply let us know in the contact form or give us a call.
Common Mercedes SL soft top and Mercedes SL Vario convertible roof problems:
- Boot lid catch does not release or you are unable to access boot area
- Cabriolet not operating fully through cycle or stops halfway
- Convertible roof is stuck open/shut
- Diagnosed roof motor/pump failure
- Roof requires recalibration or roof reset
- Alignment issues with roof frame
- Beep alarm sound when driving warning the roof is not shut down and locked correctly
- Cabriolet is slow to operate
- Convertible Hood not operating correctly
- Drains blocked – water may damage motor
- ECU for cabriolet has failed
- Flap motor fault
- Hydraulic leaks or hydraulic pump failure
- Leaking roof rams
- Leaking roof hoses
- Noisy roof operation
- Position sensor fault
- Tailgate/Boot not lifting correctly
- Tonneau snags through operation
- Water ingress to cabin or boot area
- Windows not dropping when lowering convertible roof/ Door open or closed
- Wiring loom repair fault