2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK 320

HIGHLIGHTS  

  • Iconic and Elegant 
  • Retro Interior 
  • Excellent Handling 
  • Full weather equipment 
  • Starts on the button 

THE BACKGROUND  


The car was originally launched on the British market in November 1996. Until April 2000 it was  only available in one form: with the C-class four cylinder 2.3-litre supercharged 'Kompressor'  engine under the bonnet and an automatic gearbox.  Later, the range was revised and  expanded range with 2.0 and 2.3 litre supercharged four-cylinder engines plus a 3.2-litre V6. 

These came with a new six-speed manual gearbox or an optional five-speed automatic with  Tiptronic-like clutchless manual operation as well as Mercedes' ESP traction control system and  Speedtronic cruise control. The engineers sharpened up the handling, enlarged the fuel tank,  moved the indicator repeaters to the door mirrors and restyled the bumpers, grille and side  mouldings. 

Inside, there was new turned aluminium trim, new steering wheel, revised instruments and  improved sports seats with electric operation on the SLK230 and 320. The range was finally replaced by an all-new SLK model in 2004, making this car a late example of the first R170 SLK.

THE HISTORY  


The present owner purchased the car from a Mercedes enthusiast in Edinburgh around 18 months  ago. The previous owner cherished the car for two years and had plans to travel to Europe, but  with the global pandemic never had the chance.

The present owner is a Mechanical Engineer and appreciates the build quality and design of this particular 320SLK. It has been used as a daily driver and much time and attention has been lavished on it.

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THE PAPERWORK 

The car is MOT’d until June 2023 and has a history of MOT certificates available. There are also  receipts showing servicing and maintenance work that carried out at the time, and the V5C is present and correct.

THE INTERIOR 


As this was the last model in 320 SLK range, no expenses was spared in the cabin of the car. It  has a retro feel with all the clocks and gauges you will ever need. 

The leather seats are heated and  in good condition for a 17 year old car. The driver's seat has some slight wear as you would  expect. The top of the dashboard is finished in leather and the main look of brushed chrome sets  off all the instruments and gauges really nicely. 

THE EXTERIOR  


The car does have some light rust issues at the lower part of both front wings, and wheel arches as you will see from the photographs. While usable as it, the next owner may choose to have these issues addressed.  

The glass is in good condition and the bonnet roof and boot are also in very good condition. The alloy wheels are 16 inch and present well. Overall, light corrosion aside, it looks very tidy. 

THE MECHANICS  


The engine is very clean and had been serviced by the present owner. 

The battery has recently been replaced, and the headlights have been upgraded to LED lamps for  a much brighter full beam and driving experience at night. 

The owner reports that the car handles well.

THE APPEAL  


Driving this car on the open road with the roof down and having the renowned Mercedes build  quality and power at your fingertips, makes this a superb motoring choice.  
The hard top roof also means this car is so versatile and can be driven at anytime of the year in all  weathers.
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Vehicle specification
  • Year 2004
  • Make Mercedes
  • Model SLK 320
  • Colour Silver
  • Odometer 63,367 Miles
  • Engine size 3199
Auction Details
  • Seller Type Private
  • Town Uddingston
  • Location Scotland
  • Country United Kingdom
Bidding history
25 bids
  • Be•••• £4,200 19/08/22
  • st•••• £4,100 19/08/22
  • ro•••• £4,000 19/08/22
  • je•••• £3,800 19/08/22
  • ro•••• £3,600 19/08/22
  • je•••• £3,400 19/08/22
  • ro•••• £3,200 19/08/22
  • st•••• £2,800 19/08/22
  • je•••• £2,700 19/08/22
  • ro•••• £2,500 19/08/22
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