Highlights

Manual gearbox
Clutch replaced
In very smart condition

The Appeal

The Mercedes SLK is a great example of a two seater roadster with a folding hardtop. It looks sharp, even in modern traffic, and it has the performance to match.

This particular example is presented in great condition throughout, with its Iridium Silver paintwork well preserved and the interior remaining comfortable and smart. Mechanically, the car has benefitted from being serviced at Mercedes-Benz dealers and it received a new clutch fitted in 2020.

This is the kind of car you’d be forgiven for mistaking for something much newer. It remains a sensible and enjoyable way to get around, and the folding roof makes it the perfect car for all seasons.

The History and Paperwork

First registered 1st April 2005
MOT valid until February 2023
No MOT advisories
Well-stamped service book
Mercedes-Benz service history including £2,700 spent in 2020
Original Mercedes document wallet
Purchased by the vendor in June 2021
Selling due to lack of use
The car has been garaged during the vendor’s ownership

The Interior

Stereo upgraded and hands-free fitted at a cost of £1300 in 2021
The leather upholstery is in good condition for its age
Only a little wear to the driver's seat bolster
Carpets in good clean condition throughout
The dashboard is clean and the gauges are clear
Door cards tidy
The boot is spacious and contains a spare wheel and toolkit, which have reportedly never been used

The Exterior

Iridium Silver paintwork in excellent condition
There are a few stone chips on the bonnet
There is a graze to the underside of the front bumper
Alloy wheels in good condition, with a few scratches
No reported damage or corrosion to underside
Rear tyres replaced in February 2022
Front tyres said to be very good
The convertible hardtop raises and lowers as it should
The lamp lenses look clear and bright
Exterior trim and badges in good condition

The Mechanics

3,498cc V6 engine produces 268 hp
Clutch replaced in 2020 by a Mercedes dealer
Accelerates well, changes gear smoothly and brakes in a straight line
No reported leaks or smoke
Lots of stamps in the service book and recent expenditure
The vendor tells us that the oil and filter have just been changed

Summary

In all, this Mercedes appears to have been well looked after throughout its life. The paint and interior look like they belong on a car with far fewer miles on the clock, and the car has clearly been well serviced.

This SLK would make a great choice for anyone who wants something that’s an undeniably sensible choice, while still remaining great fun to drive.

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