Highlights
- Diligent Service record, predominantly at Mercedes Main Dealers & Specialists
- Exhilarating, sharp performance and nimble handling
- Smart, fun, well-equipped ULEZ compliant pocket-rocket
Appeal
Mercedes-Benz took the SLK to new heights with the car's second generation. The new R171 was measurably improved with features such as the power-operated retractable hardtop which was more refined and offered greater stiffness than the majority of the roadster competition.
The sharp looks took their inspiration from Formula One, with more than a passing resemblance to the mighty Mercedes SLR McLaren. A purposeful step-change from the previous R170 design that makes the car look as if it's travelling fast, even when it's sat still.
When looking for any modern Mercedes, specification and service history are often the priorities, and this car makes the grade. With extensive Mercedes specialist history and spec’d with tasteful options, this R171 not only looks the part but has clearly been very well looked after too.
History & Paperwork
- 3 keepers from new
- Supplied new by Greenoaks Mercedes-Benz of Slough
- Last serviced in September 2023
- x14 Service entries (9 x Mercedes-Benz service stamps / 5 specialist stamps across the last 25,000 miles)
- Large history file includes invoices for maintenance and complimented with owner’s book-pack
- New premium battery and aircon re-gas in June 2023
- Transmission serviced at 73,059 miles
- 4 x matching new Continental tyres in June 2023
- Airbag recall complete at Mercedes-Benz in January 2024
- Valid MOT until June 2024 with zero advisories
- X2 keys
The Condition
- Electric hardtop roof operates swiftly and smoothly
- Iridium Silver paintwork is smart with minor scratches and blemishes
- One small blister to the nearside front
- No sign of any dents or dings to the bodywork
- Attractive 5-spoke 17” Mercedes alloy wheels are smart with minor scuffs
- Carpets in good clean condition throughout
- All instruments are in good working order
- Leather upholstery presents well and door cards appear smart too
The Mechanics
- 3.5-litre 268BHP V6 powerplant
- Automatic transmission
- Consistent, documented service history
- Apparently unmodified and presented in factory specification
- Folding hardtop roof operates in 22 seconds without hesitation
- The vendor reports that the car is enjoyable to drive and feels tight and well-sorted with no known issues
- ULEZ compliant
- Dual exhausts
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