1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK 230 review from North America
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Tailight bulbs out on left side. Dealer replaced sockets at no charge.
General comments?
We enjoy this car immensely. Great mileage. Good performance. The top is cool also.
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| The SLK230 lacks in reliability and comfort |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1999 |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.3 supercharged Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 39000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 46000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 14th April, 2004 |