1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK review from North America
"A stylish and elegant car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The AM radio has not performed especially well.
The top had the normal problems with electronics for this year and refused to retract; however, the dealer did fix it.
The paint does chip easily, a fault found by others elsewhere.
General comments?
I find the car attractive and fast.
The SLK may not have the eternal qualities of deutsche Wertarbeit as in older DB cars (I also own a 1979240D), but it seems more durable than the BMW roadster.
For an open car, it has a very solid feel, even if its ride is a bit choppy.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.3 Kompressor Manual |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 7/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 500 miles |
| Most recent distance | 4500 miles |
| Previous car | Volkswagen Corrado |
| Date of Entry | 1st January, 2003 |