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1999 SLK230
Mick, 10/01/2009
1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK230 Kompressor 2dr Convertible
41 of 41 people found this review helpful
I bought my 1999 SLK used in September 2008 with only 25,000 miles on the odometer, which is very low miles for a 9 year old car. This model has a timeless style that still looks new....everyone who see's it cannot believe its not just a couple years old instead of 9. It's definitely an attention getter, mine is black on black. I now have 38,000 miles on it and all I've had maintenance wise is oil changes and tires. At 52, I plan on this being the last car I own, I'd never get rid of it!
Fun car, troublesome power top. 5 speed manual.
carguy2021, 07/25/2012
1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK230 Kompressor 2dr Convertible
53 of 54 people found this review helpful
Cool car, but the top can be very troublesome (and expensive to fix). If you are considering buying, make sure top is in good working order. Fun to drive, but 4 cylinder is a little weak and doesn't sound great. Bose stereo is terrific. Ride is harsh, but to be expected. No mechanical problems in the 10k miles I've had the car (90k-100k), seems reliable. Also, be careful you don't close the top on something rigid - you will shatter the rear window glass. Ask me how I know.
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SLK230 Longterm Owner
texcarman, 05/30/2014
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1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK230 Kompressor 2dr Convertible
68 of 71 people found this review helpful
I bought my '99 SLK230 new. It is the base model and my favorite commuting car. I now have over 110K on it and it has been a very good car. I have had what seems to be pattern failures on the vehicle. MAF sensor right around 70K miles, K40 Relay failed at 78K and I found and re-soldered the melted connection and it has been good ever since. one could simply buy a new one, for under $100 and replace it quite easily. I did encounter a noisy camshaft variable timing unit which was the most expensive part I've replaced, part cost was close to $400. and I'm a Euro car tech so fixed it myself. The electrical connector on the transmissions leak fluid about every 5 year/50K miles. I've replaced one plastic shift bushing and think the second one is now due, the parts cost is about $1.00. They are a little tricky to replace but can be done even without a special tool with a little patience, but the special tool is great. Even though I have other MB's to drive, such as a CLK cabriolet, if I am running errands and such this is my "go to" car. It is just fun to drive. They are a bit noisy or more so than most MB's so I think they got a bad rap early on, as I recall many being for sale shortly after being purchased with very low miles many years ago. One thing that contributes to higher noise levels in this vehicle is when the rear tires get some miles on them. One might think there is a problem with the rear differential, the noise is so pronounced. With the staggered tire sizes on this vehicle, rotating front to back is not an option, so the tires do acquire some pattern wear. This is exacerbated if one purchases cheaper tires with a large block tread, so beware. As far as mileage goes, in normal commuting, I conservatively get 24.5 mpg and have achieved 28 mpg on long highway trips with the A/C off and 70-80mph cruising speeds. Short drives of 2-3 miles with lots of starts might drop the mileage down to 22.5 or so, but this is rather unusual. The color of my car is white and it still looks fantastic after all these years. I have used the factory touch-up paint to fill in some paint chips and the car polishes out very nicely. Recently, we drive the vehicle down to vote and was stopped by some admirers who thought the car was new. Clearly not an MB person, but reflects positively on the condition and the enduring style of this original SLK.
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Small, Simple and Fun!
johnnylee123, 12/31/2011
1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK230 Sport 2dr Convertible
51 of 53 people found this review helpful
This car is great. After I bought this car, I looked at many reviews on the SLK and it got a lot of scorn and bad reviews about bad handling and mediocre performance ect. But the SLK230 is honestly a fantastic car to own. I have the one with the sport AMG package which adds the AMG body kit and wheels, but not a suspension upgrade as I assumed until I looked it up. This car is built solidly, when Mercedes was good and not overly complicated with computers, and for that reason I believe its so reliable. The reliability for me could rival a Toyota, no problems at all. The handling is excellent. It stays flat in the corners and is extremely nimble with good steering feel.
Slk 230 should you buy one???
benz2000B, 05/30/2009
2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK230 Kompressor 2dr Convertible
32 of 33 people found this review helpful
The answer to the question his hell yeah!! This car is great. I've owned by benz for 2yrs. It's a lot of fun and always, always gets compliments on it's look. It drives great with surprising acceleration. People seem to want to challenge you when they pull next to you just to see u take off. Love the car would recommend to anyone looking. Very reliable and you get what you expect. Never had to do anything other than change a spark plug. Take care of it! Baby it! This car will run for ever. Top was slow at first. Spent $30 for hydrolic fluid, never had a problem since. If you take care of a car than you will love this. If you r a person that changes oil every 20-30k don't even think of this
I luv my bumble bee!
sherri83, 09/09/2005
1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK230 Kompressor 2dr Convertible
13 of 13 people found this review helpful
I bought this car about 3 months ago with 70,000 miles on it, and it has been nothing but a complete joy to drive for me. I am one of the few that took the plunge and bought the yellow, and this car stands out in the crowd and definitely draws a compliment everywhere I go. It is fun to dirve, but definitely has the Mercedes feeling to it, sexy with a lot of luxury and style!
SLK 230
Ward, 02/26/2002
2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK230 Kompressor 2dr Convertible
11 of 11 people found this review helpful
Great car if you want a solid, smooth handling sports car. Plenty of pep, but not enough to get you in trouble. Motorized top is exceptional. Fantastic workmanship inside and out. Not a car for you if you want an all-out racer, but great if you want to cruise in style and confort
Fun and Practical
mirth, 03/06/2002
1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK230 Kompressor 2dr Convertible
23 of 25 people found this review helpful
Of all the roadsters out there under $50k, this one is the easiest to live with every day without giving up the fun. The retractable hard-top means you have a coupe with the top up. The trunk is 9 cubic ft, better than any other roadster. Power is great from a dead stop, but it does hesistate a little when accelerating at speed. Reliability has been great.
Great car, I love it!
Louise, 09/23/2017
updated 09/25/2019
2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK230 Kompressor 2dr Convertible
10 of 10 people found this review helpful
My Mercedes SLK 230 is now 19 years old. I love this car; it zips up and down the curvy mountain roads where I live. The hard top convertible keeps working; I bought extra insurance from the dealer because I thought that could not happen, but it did. The design of the front bumper is the only thing that is flawed; it is so low it goes over parking curbs but does not come back without tearing the plastic. The trunk space is incredible; I can easily carry large backpacks, or a set of 100 cu ft SCUBA tanks and lots of accessories with even putting up the top. With the top up the space is enormous. This is a great car!
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Awesome Car!
Taylor, 05/07/2020
1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK230 Kompressor 2dr Convertible
10 of 10 people found this review helpful
I had an SLK 230 1998 that lasted me till 284,000 miles. In the end the engine loss pressure and I’m sure it could have been fixed but I wanted to get a newer to me vehicle. I got another slk 230 this time a 1999 with 148,000 miles on it. At 151, 000 I was hit by a semi truck on the free way. He didn’t see me and tried to switch lanes smacking me from one side of the freeway to the other. I have no clue how the car didn’t flip or I’m not dead or seriously injured. The whole back bumper was taken off and was drive able after. Then a week later the car started to shake if it wasn’t driving. I still kept driving it while dealing with commercial insurance which is an absolute nightmare. At 154,000 miles the car finally stopped driving, will turn on but won’t ‘go’. These cars are just awesome. If I hadn’t been hit I know the car would have easily gone to 200,000 and probably over like my last one. They are super fun to drive! Easy to park, especially in San Francisco. If your looking for a reliable used vehicle I would go for one of these. Only con is the limited storage and both of mine the tops stopped working but besides that awesome car! It will get you where you need to go!
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Be cautious with this car
MikeD, 01/25/2005
1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK230 Sport 2dr Convertible
14 of 15 people found this review helpful
I have had the car about 1.5years now and I have to say this car is a mixed bag. While its fun to drive, comfy for long rides, enjoyable in general it looses a lot of luster because its plagued with so many problems. Many cheap problems like peeling dash paint, rubbing c pillar, etc. Do your research before you get this car or you may regret it dearly, as I have. The car since I bought it used as averaged a breakdown or malfunction ever 1.5 months, not an okay record for a car this expensive. My Starmark warranty is up and I will be getting rid of the car unfortunately.
Fun and reliable Mercedes roadster
thraxman, 02/06/2014
1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK230 Sport 2dr Convertible
14 of 15 people found this review helpful
My car is a '99 SLK230 Komp with sport pack, in auto. The build quality is mechanically solid, though interior is minimal with some cheap bits (expect rattles, paint flaking). An all weather daily driver, put about 20k miles on it in 2.5 years, and nothings failed yet (at 90k miles). The drive is sporty and stiff, with moderate accel (185hp/ 200ft lbs). Road volume's loud, but so is the Bose stereo. Interior accomodations are perfect for smaller people, as the wheel base is pretty short, but big people will feel cramped. In general, a great little convertible with classy style that is fun at safe speeds and has a driving experience I enjoy. It's just better than its competition...
Fun car
Rick71, 03/16/2007
2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK230 Kompressor 2dr Convertible
19 of 21 people found this review helpful
I bought this car used, and very much in love with it. I traded a 2001 Caddy Deville in for it and glad I did. No the SLK doesn't have 275 hp or 300 lbs of torque,no power, heated seats but it's also not a Caddy. In all honesty I dont miss all the gadgets the Caddy had because I never used them ( well maybe the heated seats). Being able to take curves 3 times as fast as the Caddy, getting 25 mph intown compared to 17, and filling up a lot less often and alot less money is worth it. Having a hard top that fold and hides in the trunk helps too. Even though the SLK has almost 100 less hp and torque it weighs about a ton less and is alot quicker and with the speed limiter not set at 111. Fun car.
too much fun!
Dan in Ca, 03/04/2010
1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK230 Kompressor 2dr Convertible
19 of 21 people found this review helpful
I bought my SLK in 2006 with 110,000 miles on it. I've owned six Benzes, all used when I bought them. The SLK is the most expensive to maintain and worth every penny. One reason I bought this car is the manual transmission, something SLs haven't had in the US since 1972. It's way too easy to get a speeding ticket with this car. I actually prefer a soft top with seasonal hard top (as on my 190 SL and 230 SL) The retracting top is OK too but needs maintenance.
1999 Merecedes SLK230 Kompressor
Jim Brown, 07/27/2008
1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK230 Kompressor 2dr Convertible
17 of 19 people found this review helpful
I puechased my pre-owned 1999 SLK230 in 2008, for $9995. It had 115,000 miles on the odometer. The near flawless exterior burgundy paint finish, and the excellent unretouched condition of the interior hinted that this car had not been abused. The SLK230 looks best when viewed from a 3/4 view at the rear. It is definitely sexy, and draws a lot of attention when being driven. This car is best put through its sportscar paces when driven by an experienced driver who knows how to shift the 4-speed automatic tranny manually. Downshift to 3rd when entering a curve, and then floor it at the apex of the curve. It will rocket out of the curve as if on rails. And still give 25-30MPG. Wow
Head Turner
Max Dehn, 04/19/2005
2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK230 Kompressor 2dr Convertible
12 of 13 people found this review helpful
I am extremely happy with my SLK. This car is THE head turner, so stay away from it if you are shy. This vehicle is a perfect blend of style, performance, reliability, safety and status. The retractable hard top works perfectly and it is almost like having two cars. The trunk is surprisingly big for the size of the car. Z3s and TTs are also great cars but you see them everywhere whereas the SLK is more unique and contributes to the head-turning factor.
Watch The Roof On This Car
Bill Anderson, 06/29/2005
1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK230 Sport 2dr Convertible
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
I have had this car for approximately 2months now, and I'm a bit disappointed. I have to say this car doesn't get as many looks as the Z3 that my sister owns. I thought the roof was one of the great things about this car until I started having trouble with it about a week after I bought it and the dealer doesn't want to fix it. It's going to cost me $850 just to get the roof working, and $350 to fix a balljoint. For as expensive as it was when it was new, I don't think it should have these problems already with only 60,000 miles on it. But I have to say I do like driving it when it's not in the shop. I just have to be careful, when the sun goes down the top doesn't come up out of the trunk.
18 years and counting
Danny, 08/31/2018
1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK230 Kompressor 2dr Convertible
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
I've had my 1999 SLK 2:30 since 2000 and now I have 251 thousand miles on it it may have slowed down a step but it is still very reliable and gets me everywhere I want to go a great investment that has lasted many years
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Love my Benz
Head Turner, 12/24/2004
1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK230 Kompressor 2dr Convertible
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
I purchased my 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK230 with high miles, but being as though it was a seasonal car, and I had always wanted one I made the plunge and I am happy I did. From the first day I got it I had nothing but compliments weather it be from people I know to a complete stranger passing by on the nice warm days with the top down. But that's only the start. this car has great styling and awesome fuel milage. At 92,000 miles, nothing major has gone wrong. The electrical compents went out before I got the car but the previous owner fixed it. It cost about $1,000 to fix. Other than that Its an awesome car so far.
Classy Car
gina4321, 01/31/2005
1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK230 Kompressor 2dr Convertible
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
I just purchased this car a couple of weeks ago with 57k miles on it and I love the style, exterior (Glacier white) and two tone (black/oyster) interior. I replaced the tires after about a week of owning it and it cut down on the road noise tremendously! This also has shocks not struts so they are easy to replace if you need to. Engine is so quiet you can't tell its running at a stop light. The convertible top is great! Like having two cars in one. Trunk is huge...I'm a realtor and I have room to place my signs in the trunk among other things. This was a lease car previously and seems like it was very well maintained. I will update in a few months of ownership.
Too much fun!
hogkiller, 06/28/2005
1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK230 Kompressor 2dr Convertible
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
i purchased this car very used with 103,700 mileson it, but very very clean. Had a problem with the micro switches in the roof but the dealer fixed it, and it works great now. This thing moves. I can go from zero to ticket way too fast. A tad stiff for the old bones, but heck it's a sports car. Even scooting in the mountains and freeways, I got 28mpg over a 500 mi. drive. I love it.
Great Looks, Great Fun
MySLK, 01/02/2004
1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK230 Kompressor 2dr Convertible
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
What are great looking fun to drive car. I have owned this car since 2-02, the fit & finish is unbelieveable! I get comments almost everytime I am in contact with people when I am driving, ie fast food drive throughs, in parking lots etc... I have had some leaking issues, all handled under warranty, and a problem with exterior bulbs melting into the assemblies which once was under warranty, the other time at my expense, to the tune of 260.00! No mechanical problems however.
So much fun!
dcslkgirl, 08/05/2008
1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK230 Sport 2dr Convertible
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I am loving every minute of it. The sport package is a must, as it "beefens" the look of the SLK. I am used to V-8, but the turbo picks up quick! Make sure to get an extended warranty, if possible, as MB is known for its mechanical problems. Had a defective camshaft position sensor within the first 2 weeks of ownership, but warranty covered it. Has been known to have recurring problems with the PSE pump (locks the doors and sets the alarm). Check out online forums to get a feel for potential problems of the SLK. Overall, this vehicle is sexy! You will love every minute of driving. I get stares everywhere I go, with the top up, down, and in between. Friends call it the bat-mobile.
Best of the Best
Greg, 07/16/2006
1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK230 Kompressor 2dr Convertible
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
This is the very best car I have every owned and driven! The only flaw that needs to be mentioned is the interior "rubber/vinyl" paint finish, applied to components, peels off after long exposure with human body parts resting on it. Example the outside of your knee where it touches middle console and where your arm rests(due to body temp. & moisture). It will also chip-off, if your not careful, when fastening the seat belt as it can stike middle console as well(Mercedes-Benz please fix). Cheers!
FLY WITH ME
kk45, 08/19/2002
1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK230 Kompressor 2dr Convertible
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
awesome car..fantastic styling..great looks. good way to get noticed. great vario roof...
Sooo much fun you'll fall in love
loren, 03/25/2002
1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK230 Sport 2dr Convertible
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I never thought of owning an SLK until a friend had suggested test driving one. Since then, I have been more than impressed with the performance and overall quality. I did run into a manufacturer's defect with the side door panel. The Mercedes dealer gave me a loaner and fixed it right up.
Great Car
Spoonbill, 06/19/2009
1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK230 Kompressor 2dr Convertible
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I bought this car for my 80 year old mother in 1999.She had a lot of nice cars over the years. I took my driving test in her 190 SL in 1955. This SLK was her last car, she passed away in 2007. Presently it only has 16800 miles on it. Silver body, red and black 2 tone seats. It is a bit uncomfortable, not much seat padding. The supercharger provides quick pick up. It did have a top problem early on,that was fixed in a recall. It also had an interior paint problem. Some of the dash and side panels are red painted plastic. The red paint started to flake. I understand the Mercedes did fix some of them early on. I had it repainted. The base color on all SLK's interior plastic was black.
I love this car
ctd3, 11/19/2003
2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK230 Kompressor 2dr Convertible
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I plan to purchase an extended warranty for an additional 7 years coverage as I never want to sell this car. It's my 5th Benz and love this one the most.
sporty car
craig robert , 04/19/2004
2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK230 Kompressor 2dr Convertible
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
Typical of Mercedes engineering. No squeeks, rattles. as you find in American sports cars.
Black Beauty
M.L. Charlson, 06/02/2004
2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK230 Kompressor 2dr Convertible
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
Talk about turning heads...WOW. I get people talking to me everytime I park. This is really a fun car with a touch of class. The performance and handling makes it a wonderful car to drive.
Speedy!
Jody, 10/31/2018
1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK230 Kompressor 2dr Convertible
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
It's old and should be taken care of and it has alarm issues with water getting into the trunk
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Cool little car
ibcoolubcool2, 03/15/2003
2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK230 Kompressor 2dr Convertible
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I just love my little car! It is not a car for the drag strip, you will need the SLK32amg for that but the 230 will hit 60 in about 7 seconds. I have the manual stick shift for a more involved driving pleasure.
'99 Mercedes SLK 230 Roadster
Jamie, 05/06/2006
1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK230 Kompressor 2dr Convertible
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
I bought this 4-year old used roadster for $22,000 out the door. This has been the funnest cars I've ever owned. I've had some minor problems but nothing too pricey. Brakes lasted only 15,000 miles which I thought was a bit soon, but since it's a safety feature no sense fighting. No other major issues to report. Biggest issue is the lack of trunk space. If it's a choice between my golf clubs and my wife, my clubs are in the passenger seat. She can drive herself. :) Overall, a fun, well-built car.
bahama blue beautiful
MARIA SENIW, 06/30/2017
1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK230 Kompressor 2dr Convertible
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
A beautiful car!!!
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Devil in Disguise
Azar , 02/16/2003
2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK230 Kompressor 2dr Convertible
2 of 4 people found this review helpful
Actually, I have the SLK 320 (not 230), and I can't emphasize on how far away you should stay from this car. I have had so many issues with it, I can't believe it. I fell I have driven MBenz loaner car more than mine (which by the way is not a M Benz, it's a bloody Camry). I don't like the car, I don't like the dealership, and I don't like the service. I may sound like one of those complainers, but this car has given me hell. And if any of you M Benz dealers are reading this, why don't you please stick it!
Love German Engineering
Rick, 12/11/2020
1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK230 Sport 2dr Convertible
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Other than Volkswagens I have never owned a luxury class German car. The SLK is amazing - cockpit design with all controls within fingertip reach - rock solid handling on the interstate
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Great Car
taz, 05/25/2005
1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK230 Kompressor 2dr Convertible
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This car is my first Benz and I have always wanted a convertible Benz. Mine has over 80,000 miles on it now and the feeling I have is that I don't really need a new car. This car has timeless styling, is very practical, gets great gas mileage and performs well. I have heard you can drive these things for 150,000 miles if you want without a lot of problems. This is a real Mercedes and it acts like one - not like a normal car that becomes obsolete at a certain point.
Fun and classy
dougw246, 06/18/2005
1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK230 Kompressor 2dr Convertible
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I purchased the car last summer with 29,000 miles on it. No regrets. It is fun to drive, and I constantly get compliments. Only problem was some bad microswitches for the roof (a known problem for 1999). Once they were replaced, the car has been flawless. Acceleration is good, with a wide power band. Just fun to drive with the top up, or especially down.
Cr2006
cristina rodriguez, 07/15/2006
1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK230 Sport 2dr Convertible
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
It has been an extreme fun and reliable experience. Never want to get rid of it. The only "but"? If you gain weight, you can't fit! Perfect car for two. Not good for drives longer then 6 hours. Beautiful interior and exterior. Never looks old!
Too much fun!
Phil M, 10/06/2006
1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK230 Sport 2dr Convertible
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This car handles superbly, accelerates quickly for a 4-cylinder, and is comfortable and fairly quiet with the top on at high speeds (watch that!). It takes about a minute to trade the quiet and safety of a hard top for the thrill of a convertible. Everyone except my wife loves this car (maybe it's those speeding tickets).
I bought another one just like it
NN, 01/21/2003
2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK230 Kompressor 2dr Convertible
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought this car in las vegas, and drove it home to northern calif. I bonded with this car..I was in love! I had it 7 months when my son decided to take it for a spin while I was out of town. He was coming down a hill at approx. 80mph..lost control on a turn, hit a brick wall, went airborn, the car spun around and hit another brick wall. All four airbags went off, the car was a totaled mess! Hardly recognizable, I was in shock when I saw it. What happened to my son? NOT A SCRATCH! I was so thankful and impressed! I think the safety of this little car speaks for itself.
One drive won me over
True Believer, 08/18/2005
1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK230 Kompressor 2dr Convertible
1 of 3 people found this review helpful
I have never owned a Mercedes before (Toyota, Honda and Acura) and was frankly a little skeptical that the three pointed start was really worth the premium. At any rate, while on the lot looking at another vehicle we saw the SLK and decided to take it for a spin, just for a lark. Wow! A warm summer afternoon - a twisty road by the water's edge - brilliant blue skies - let's just say we never really had a chance! It was love at first drive. 2 months later we are still blissing out each time we take it for a drive.
Terrible investment
Helyn M., 11/25/2016
1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK230 Kompressor 2dr Convertible
2 of 9 people found this review helpful
This car sucks...I would NEVER get another MB...My convertible roof doesn't work, the dashboard is falling apart, I lost the driver's side mirror, the windshield is cracked. It's a 1999 with 98K miles on it...I'm looking to get rid of it and get something more reliable, especially since I was told by MB that it would cost approx. $2K to replace my driver's mirror.
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My SLK, a huge disappointment of Mercedes.
troy lair, 07/08/2016
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1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK230 Kompressor 2dr Convertible
3 of 16 people found this review helpful
No doubt that Chrysler had an influence on the design of this car. The parts inside the car were very cheaply made and looses its shine and color. The car is a lot of work to maintain its look and ride. I would try to get the SL class or the CLK first before buying the SLK. It's really more of a barbie doll car, definitely not a man's vehicle.
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DPOLKIS, 05/30/2003
1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK230 Sport 2dr Convertible
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The car is amazing and gets a lot of attention. I've owned it for 4 years now and plan on keeping it for a long time. The retro look - both inside and out is timeless. Although it's terrible in snow or rain - when it's sunny out - it is my favorite car to own.
cool caah
cranecrew, 07/06/2003
1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK230 Sport 2dr Convertible
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Definite head turner! Ride is so much better than a 330 ci. Crisp 5-speed. Respectible fuel mileage. Only 14 gallon tank though. Yeah, it's gotta super-charger!
great value!
slklvr, 08/28/2002
1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK230 Sport 2dr Convertible
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The '99 SLK 230 fully loaded manual transmission has been an incredibly fun car to drive and a serious attention grabber. My only complaints about the car have been the uncomfortable seats and unusability in anything more than 1 inch of snow. Other than those two things, an amazign car at a very good price.
Overall - Great Car
Edgar R., 09/11/2004
1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK230 Sport 2dr Convertible
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Great 2 seater My Favorite Features are: Hard top convertible Speed Brakes Suggested Improvement: Quieter Engine More Durable Interior Higher Car (Needs More Head room)
Wife loves her toy
Harold Whiteway, 12/29/2020
1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK230 Kompressor 2dr Convertible
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I purchased used at 121XXX 09/09/20. After purchased, I changed the oil - dirty, Trannny fluid - dirty, rear diff - Black, Supercharger oil - Black, cleaned the MAF sensor, new rear tires - cracking not worn, cleaned the engine compartment, tightened some bolts causing a eng oil leak, started breaking down on the highway and inspected/repaired k40 relay. When I put it on blocks for the winter, it was purring like a kitten. Knowing I have all the common issues attended to, can't wait for spring. Just installed a trailer hitch and in the process of installing a trailer wiring converter. It's the wife's toy, but I enjoy it too.
Love it!
tmm, 10/06/2022
1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK230 Sport 2dr Convertible
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This car is very fun to drive. I have the five speed manual and it is wonderful. I recommend this car wholeheartedly.