Mercedes-Benz SLK Roadster 230K 2d Auto (1999/V) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Quite good. A full tank gets me about 190 miles.
Costs
Private Mercedes dealerships who have the monopoly on servicing can be expensive. I was once charged £30 labour for someone to put on a number-plate!
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On the road
Driving
Very comfortable with a sporty edge. My first SLK didn't handle as well as my second, so there must be some variance depending on age.
Performance
Great performance. Can be a bit heavy, but then again that can come in handy at times.
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Living with it
Reliability
Again, I wasn't as happy with my first car as with my second. I did have a couple of reliability problems. They were sorted out though and weren't repeated. Second car seems good so far.
Image
There is no other car that I would rather drive at this moment. Every time I get out of it I have to look back to admire it. It can also be the focus of attention at traffic lights.
Comfort
Very comfortable. Large cabin, heated seats... what more can I say!
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Security and Service
Security
Be careful. My first car was stolen from me in the street at gun-point (the police got it back a week later bless them!) but it was a terrifying experience that I hope is never repeated.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Door needing to be pulled hard to shut.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes