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![]() But still, the handbrake remained hosted on the center console, unlike most other Mercedes-Benz cars that had a pedal for the parking brake. In addition, the steering wheel was thicker and featured a new design. Since the car proved to be fast while hard cornering, the automaker offered new seats with higher bolstered areas. Depending on the trim level, the coupe-cabriolet came with chromed slats on the main grille. Also, the air dam received a small lip spoiler. Unlike the 1996 SLK, the 2000 version featured round fog lamps instead of triangular ones. While it kept the original features that made the car very appealing to its customers, it also added a few modifications that made it not only faster but also safer and friendlier with the environment.Īt the front, the automaker installed a redesigned bumper with different fog lamps mounted on the lower side of the apron. PLEASE NOTE: This car was registered as a Category S insurance write-off in July 2022.In January 2000, Europe switched to the Euro 3 emission standards, and Mercedes-Benz needed to upgrade its coupe-cabriolet roadster, the SLK.įour years after revolutionizing the premium roadster segment with its pocket-sized SLK, the German automaker introduced a facelifted version for it. Indeed, TV’s Quentin Wilson has long been a fan and has recently put his money where his mouth is and added one to his own collection. ![]() R170 model SLKs still represent great value amongst late nineties/ early noughties roadsters but, as rough cars fall by the wayside, that’s unlikely to continue. The car comes with V5C, current MOT and full book pack. The boot is also clean and the space saver spare is present and correct. It also benefits from cruise control although we have not verified whether it works. Sensibly, the stereo has been upgraded to a modern Kenwood unit with USB connectivity. The seats are clean and free from any obvious rips or tears. The gnarled aluminium effect trim looks great and really lifts the interior ambience. The inside is very nice and doesn’t suffer from the usual SLK issue of peeling interior paint on the plastics. The SLR-style alloys really suit the car and are shod with Pirelli rubber. The first thing anyone should ask when considering an SLK is whether the roof works as it should and we are pleased to report that we have had the roof up and down a number of times with no problems, the windows raising and lowering correctly.Įxternally, the car presents well. It was MOT’d in May this year and came through with a clean bill of health. It has had a fairly low 4 owners who have regularly serviced it, there being 10 evenly spread entries in the service book, with the most recent being recorded as October 2021. Unusually, for an SLK it is fitted with the 6 speed manual gearbox, something that lends a sportier demeanour than you might expect. First registered in July 2000, this is the facelift model that can be identified by the indicator repeaters in the mirror housings. We are delighted to offer this Mercedes SLK230 Kompressor finished in Black with black interior. Throughout its production span, which lasted until 2004, the Mercedes R170 captured the hearts of driving enthusiasts worldwide, earning a reputation for its elegant aesthetics, refined engineering, and exhilarating driving dynamics. The R170 underwent several iterations, offering a range of engine options and performance upgrades, including the supercharged AMG variant. Its retractable hardtop roof was a pioneering feature at the time, allowing drivers to switch effortlessly between an open-air experience and the comfort of a closed coupe. ![]() Introduced in 1996, the R170 blended sleek design, innovative technology, and top-down driving pleasure. The Mercedes-Benz R170, also known as the SLK-Class, holds a fascinating history in the realm of luxury roadsters.
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