There's a reason the designers of this car called it "der Panzerwagen" (the tank). Go take a closer look at the frame rails along the door sills. Of all the convertibles ever made, chassis flex is probably less of an issue with this car than any other! Even doors open or shut aren't gonna make a difference...

If you do experience ANY flex while jacking...you've got serious issues. Just be sure to use the "approved" jacking points as shown in your manual or repair book.

PS: I wouldn't know what it's like to jack my car with the hard top on...it hasn't been on the car since the day I bought it! (And that was the first time in 10 years it had been on the car!)

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'01 SLK320, '79 450SL & '01 C320 -- What? 3 Mercedes? I am DEFINITELY crazy!!!