**Please note that the private registration you see in the pictures will stay with the seller upon sale and it will revert to the original LY51HDO registration **
Highlights
- Very rare SLK32 AMG that’s quicker than a Boxster S
- Long MOT with no advisories
- Well cared for example of this AMG-fettled classic
- Clever hard top coupe-to-convertible versatility
- Full service history and recently serviced
- ULEZ compliant
The Appeal
The Mazda MX5 prompted many car makers to launch two seater convertibles. One of the most interesting and innovative was the original R170 SLK, Mercedes-Benz’ clever coupe-to-convertible hybrid with a remarkable folding hard top. It combined rear wheel drive verve with a level of luxury and quality its rivals struggled to match.
To take the sports car fight to Porsche’s doorstep there was the SLK32 AMG. With its hand-built, AMG-fettled V6 engine it was quicker to 60mph than a Porsche Boxster. It was rarer too - just 300 were sold in the UK.
All of which makes the SLK32 we have here quite a treat for enthusiasts of modern classic sports cars. Smartly finished in Brilliant Silver with Birds Eye Maple interior trimmings it has full service history and a long, advisory-free MOT. Understated, capable and with hard top/drop top versatility, this classic convertible looks very tempting. This is the real AMG deal!
The History and Paperwork
- First registered on 23rd October 2001
- VIN records confirm this is a factory SLK32 delivered on 25th September 2001
- Full service history including 13 service book stamps
- Serviced in April 2023 with oil and filter change and less than 1,000 miles since
- MOT to 20th April 2024 with no advisories
- History file includes MOTs going back 14 years
- 2 keys
- Mercedes-Benz factory handbooks and sales brochure
- One of only 300 R170 SLK32 AMGs sold in the UK
The Interior
- High specification interior displaying Mercedes-Benz quality and attention to detail
- Smart Anthracite and Alpaca grey two-tone AMG leather seats (code 888A) displaying few signs of use
- Some wear on the driver’s seat bolster but otherwise very presentable
- Attractive Birds Eye Maple wood veneers to centre console with no visible deterioration
- Switchgear in similarly good condition with clear decals
- Electric seats with two stage heating function
- Bose sound system with aftermarket Pioneer head unit with Bluetooth functionality
- Original Mercedes-benz Audio 30 head unit provided with the car
- Headlining in good condition with no visible scuffs or marks
- CD storage
- Auto dimming rear view mirror
- Wind deflector
- Leather steering wheel and gear knob showing only light sheen of use
- We are told that the air conditioning does not work and likely only needs regassed
- Optional cup holders
- Carpets in good condition with Mercedes-Benz factory supplied over mats
- Drivers footwell mat has lights signs of wear
- Small area of pile missing from passenger footwell carpet
- Two-tone door cards show no marks or scuffs with good fittings and trim
- Boot area in similar condition with complete trim and no visible stains or marks
The Exterior
- Classic Brilliant Silver (code 744U) metallic paintwork in very good condition with no visible corrosion
- Subtle AMG body kit and badging makes this potent car hard to spot except by those in the know
- Arches, sills and base of wings in very good condition
- New front wings fitted by previous owner and carefully blended into existing paintwork to a high standard
- Underside has been waxoiled and appears in good condition
- Clever folding hard top which works correctly
- There are a couple of small stone chips on the bonnet
- The vendor says that there are two small scratches on the front of the car but these are not visible in the photographs
- Lights are complete and present well with clear lenses
- Headlamp washers fitted
- Badging and small array of brightwork in good condition and complete
- Factory supplied tool kit, first aid kit, tyre inflator and sealant in boot
- Refurbished AMG 17in wheels in excellent condition, just some light kerbing to nearside front to note
- Rims equipped with Michelin tyres showing good level of tread
- Small crack in the nearside front indicator but not unsightly
The Mechanics
- 3,199cc M112 V6 supercharged Mercedes-Benz engine
- The firm’s V6 engine, hand built by AMG and developing 354bhp
- 0-60mph in 4.7secs
- 5G-TRONIC automatic gearbox with semi automatic function
- ABS and brake assist
- Auxiliary drive belt and pulley replaced in 2022
- Full service history, most recently in April 2023 less than 1,000 miles ago
Summary
While other sports cars telegraphed their capability with big wheels and spoilers, Mercedes-Benz preferred an altogether subtler approach for its flagship AMG-fettled R170 SLK. There is little to tell the uninitiated that this is a potent 354bhp sports car and with so few sold it is likely to surprise those Porsche drivers too.
Subtle, handsome and clearly well maintained, this is a great example of the SLK32 AMG. Just serviced and with a long MOT it is ready to enjoy.
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