![]() The roof worked, the air was frosty cold, everything else was operational, but it needed tires. The interior/dash/console had some cracks (particularly the glove box) and the leather in the driver seat is a bit worn. The body and paint were in very good condition for a car of that age with those miles. It is silver in color with black interior. We have a 1999 SLK230 we purchased in November of 2013 with about 131,000 miles on it. I do apologize for these noob questions and also if this post comes off as insulting, I just want to get a better understanding of these cars. Repairs: There are rumors of spotty work bills from certified Mercedes technicians, is there any truth to this? Would there be any recommendation for DIY work over a certified shop? My gut tells me that because it is a German car, there is a reason for concern, but at the same time my experience comes from seeing BMW repair bills and the many flaws with my mom's 96 VW Passat, so I am not really sure what to think about Mercedes in terms or real world reliability.ĭrivability:Can an SLK230 be a daily driver? it certainly has the fuel economy, but is there anything to fear from constant use? Reliability: I have heard both good and bad things about this car from "in the shop every 3 weeks" to "10 years with only routine oil changes" and I have no idea what to believe. The sticker is for $43.650.I do not own an SLK, but after looking at them for awhile and watching several videos and reading a lot of reviews, I would like to know more about ownership. She ordered it in 1998 and it took ten months to get it. Ps when she gave me all the records, she still had the window sticker. The sticky's on this sight has saved me so much $$$$$$. Bought it for $120.00 and installed in about 10 minutes. The only repair that has been required is a camshaft sensor ( per check engine light). Spark plugs can be changed out for about $12.00įuel filter-$18.00 ( I take my truck to one of those basic oil changing places and gave him $20.00 to replace fuel filter)Ĭhanged belts-$45.00-did not show any wear but probably time to change anyway. Oil changes can be done for about $47.00 (get a topsider) I would also do some basic easy maintanance yourself. fluid, power steering, brake fluid and the trans, mount changed out. The first thing I would suggest is to change all the fluids. Garage kept not a scratch on it, one owner, 60yr old woman, all records. Six months ago I bought a 98-230 with 65,000 miles on it for $12,500. but it is right at the mileage point where you need to be careful That is just my experience with the SLK230, I've had mine since April. so it could affect what goes wrong sooner, etc. I, personally, have done some performance mods. ![]() No problems with any hydraulic rams for the convertible top. Replaced 2 shift linkage parts, manual transmission only. The clutch was slipping even when we bought it, but very minor. It has 96k miles, I just redid the clutch (other owner probably didn't take care of it at all). Well as far as I know the maintenance stuff you might experience soon could be:ĭepending on the condition of the transmission right now (They can last 150k miles)įuel Pump (maybe within 20k it might need changed)Īs far as I know that is the most common stuff with that mileage.
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