1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK 230 Compressor review from UK and Ireland
"Very poor built quality, and, watch out for Mercedes Dealers"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The most common problem is the roof. It has a tendency to stick when folding, or worse still, when you try to put it up. According to the main dealer, this is a common problem with the SLK, but only in 'summer'! Apparently the heat effects the sensor controlling the roof.
The interior paint work is paper thin and started to peel after 6,000 miles.
You must also be aware of the usual Mercedes "excessive" front tyer wear. The dealers will refuse to admit this exists, until you talk to other Mercedes owners.
General comments?
Mercedes built quality is the worst of any car I have ever owned.
I will also give you a word of caution about the Mercedes dealers. Service charges are very reasonable, however, based on my personal experience I can assure you that you will probably pay for the work that is not carried out, or, pay for new part only to discover second hand parts have been used (becareful if the dealer has a second hand car forecort aswell, as you are probably servicing them as well!)
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.3 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 4/10 |
| Reliability marks | 4/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 1/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 5 miles |
| Most recent distance | 75000 miles |
| Previous car | Mercedes-Benz C-Class |
| Date of Entry | 9th November, 2002 |