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2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK 230 Kompressor – Supercharged Style with Substance
Here’s a cracking example of the increasingly desirable R170 SLK—Mercedes’ first stab at a compact roadster, and a car that’s ageing very nicely indeed. This one’s the 230 Kompressor, which means a 2. 3-litre four-cylinder with a belt-driven supercharger that gives it a proper shove when you put your foot down, but it’s still manageable and sensible to run.
Finished in silver with black leather, this is the classic early 2000s look—clean, crisp, and still sharp. The electric folding hardtop roof was a party trick back in the day, and it’s still working perfectly now. Roof up, it’s a coupe. Roof down, it’s an open-top cruiser. Mercedes had the edge over most of its rivals here.
What really sets this one apart is the history. We’ve got the original stamped service book and a thick folder with around 20 invoices, covering everything from regular maintenance to bits and pieces that tend to get overlooked on cheaper examples. This is a car that’s been looked after properly, not just kept running.
Mileage is right in the sweet spot—not silly low, not sky high—and it’s clearly been owned by someone who cared. The condition reflects that too: straight panels, clean alloys, and an interior that hasn’t been flogged to death. It feels tight, drives well, and has plenty of life left in it.
A note on value: These early SLKs have quietly become a bit of a collector’s tip. Prices for rough ones are still low, but tidy, well-kept examples like this are being snapped up by buyers who remember them the first time round. They’re compact, usable, and offer a slice of 2000s Mercedes engineering before things got over-complicated. As an entry-level modern classic with investment potential, this ticks a lot of boxes.
To sum up:
• 2001 SLK 230 Kompressor
• Supercharged engine, automatic gearbox
• Original stamped service book + 20 service receipts
• Electric folding hardtop roof
• Presentable throughout, drives spot on
• A usable modern classic with room to appreciate
Viewings by appointment only. Call ahead to avoid disappointment.
