Troublesome Roof. Constantly plays up.
Gearbox exchanged at 11000 miles
Gearbox Failed again at 22000 miles (out of warranty) Had an awful time with Mercedes aftercare.
Poor on tires.
Interior trim is the worst I have ever had.
Mercedes put some of it right, but just left the rest.
Always wanted a Mercedes, don't anymore!!
Good car let down by awful aftercare.
Not a sports car, but still good to drive.
I read this review with interest. I have an SLK230, also 1999. It has only done 16,000 miles, and the gearbox has failed. I have got Mercedes to pay a large proportion of the parts cost, but the repair will still cost me nearly £4000. I accept the car is nearly 5 years old, but neither 5 years, nor 16,000 miles, seems excessive for a Mercedes gearbox! I too have not found the car to be very reliable, and have had roof trouble too... also the alloy wheels have developed strange marks around the wheel nuts. It's a shame, because I love the car, and I thought buying a Mercedes was a sure way keeping the car out of the repair shop.
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