The Electric Roof Is Leaking. One of the most common problems with a Mercedes SLK 200 is that the hydraulic roof has some leaking problems. The most logical explanation for this is that the rubbers seals that prevent the water from leaking have given out. For most Mercedes models, these seals have a life expectancy of around 15 years. 60 posts · Joined 2018. #1 · Oct 14, 2018. I'm thinking about getting an SLK350 with the manual transmission. Does anyone know what years this was available? I can't seem to find any after 2006, so it almost looks as if the manual was only available from 05-06. The Mercedes SLK can trace its roots all the way back to the dot-com era. Way back when pants were shiny and watches were made by Fossil, the Mercedes SLK debuted as the marque’s first purpose-built sports car since the famed 300SL. And it would change Mercedes Benz forever. The introduction of the 1998 Mercedes SLK marked a pivotal point in The Mercedes-Benz CLK 350 comes with a 3.5-liter V6 producing 268 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque and a seven-speed transmission helps in delivering power to the rear wheels. The sports coupe is agile and stable through the corners, although perhaps not as fun to drive as the BMW 3-Series Coupe. Still, being a Mercedes-Benz, the CLK 350 is quieter 366 posts · Joined 2008. #3 · Apr 20, 2012. The SLK's trunk is surprisingly way more spacious than my current BMW 325 convertible. The 230's engine was super on gas, I think I save 30$ a tank in comparison with my current ride. I would get a post 2000 SLK, less glitches and it comes with ESP instead of ASR. #1 · Oct 26, 2020 I am a lifelong roadster lover. Triumph, Fiat, Miata x 2, looking to add a SLK to the experience. I am not afraid of a repairs, but I know MB parts can get expensive quickly. So reliability/durability is important. This will be used for commuting around, road trips and spirited country road driving. Location. Preston, Lancs. Car. S204 C220CDi Sport ED125 (Mr) Kia Picanto Domino 1.1 (Mrs) Rear subframe can rust and front wings on the pointy bit. If rust has a hold there are no pattern parts available, only MB - £300 a side plus fitting/painting. Mercedes-Benz, SLK 2015 (15) SLK 250 CDI AMG Sport 2dr Tip Auto. 5. Low Mileage. £4,199. Finance available £71 pm. *Representative example. 2.1L. 44.6k Miles. .

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