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This car I'll keep!
wmclark, 02/20/2005
2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK350 2dr Roadster (3.5L 6cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
After enjoying (yawn) several years' driving the SLK 320, I could not resist the SLK 350 with its leaps and bounds improvements. This vehicle is an altogether different animal than its predecessor (think cheetah rather than, say, tabby cat). Opt for the manual transmission for an honest sports car experience (urban driving need not be an obstacle). The MB SLK 350 is an agile, beautiful, and extremely comfortable ride.
Nice car, crummy company
raddoc, 04/08/2006
2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK350 2dr Roadster (3.5L 6cyl 6M)
2 of 5 people found this review helpful
My SLK350 was trouble free until 1850 miles. Since then the check oil light has come on at least 4 times. Each time it required adding 1-2 quarts . The dealer denied a problem, but I eventually discovered that there are TSBs covering this issue- MB was not forthcoming in admitting a problem. The car is great fun to drive, but I have serious concerns about long- term ownership, reliability and resale value. Lease it, don't buy it.
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Awesome perfection!
Frederick, 12/27/2004
2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK55 AMG 2dr Roadster (5.4L 8cyl 7A)
3 of 11 people found this review helpful
The 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK55 is not a hairdresser's car by any means. Make sure that you order this car with the "airscarf" feature allowing one to retract the hard top in colder weather. This will reveal the symphonic sound of the normally aspirated 8-cylinder engine. The hand-built engine (0-60 in four and a half seconds), and other AMG goodies make this car worth the $15,000 surcharge over the SLK350. The car is standard Mercedes fare, quiet and vault-like. Its only problem is, AMG doesn't make a standard transmission.
Art on wheels !
Roadking, 01/07/2005
2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK350 2dr Roadster (3.5L 6cyl 6M)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
Merecedes has taken an "ok" model and really spruced it up. The look is super, engine is amazing and interior classy. The design changes are stunning and they have really come up with a sports car. The SLK is one of the best designs of any sports car and the performance is equally top notch. The attention to detail, standard for MBZ, has been great in the re-design of this model.
Mercedes got it right !
mbslk350, 10/11/2004
2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK350 2dr Roadster (3.5L 6cyl 6M)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
I also own an SLK320, and the SLK350 is light years ahead of the 320. The engine is smooth and the power comes early and just keeps on coming. Passing power is awesome. The interior features make this look like a mini-SL for $40K less. The car is a blast to drive and the airscarf extends top-down driving well into the Autumn.
Nice car but not an S2000
tye.s2k, 12/14/2009
2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK350 2dr Roadster (3.5L 6cyl 6M)
3 of 13 people found this review helpful
I own a HondaS2000 and refuse to trade that roadster for this one. I bought this 2005 with 11K but noticed the brakes aren't as smooth or crisp as my S2000. The driver side rear window doesn't raise perfectly and the rear tail light just went out. This v6 has tons of power but quite simply its a sports car, not a race car. The car is much to soft to reliably do the things I've done & can still do with my S2000 (105k). It is a nice car to cruise, and "look cute" in. So as long as you treat it like a delicate baby, I imagine the car will be fine. If you want 360 donuts, & drifting.. get an s2000! - trust me.
The Ice Skate
Luke, 03/03/2005
2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK350 2dr Roadster (3.5L 6cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The new SLK takes your breath away when you first see it. It has a sexy line and everyone notices it. The front nose is gorgeous and the entire body is well proportioned. It has great trunk space. The interior is put together well and is user friendly. Though small with limited cargo space, it still fits CD's, make-up, glasses, a cell phone, papers and even a visor and water bottle. The cup holders are outstanding and very accessible from the driver's side. The many features it offers are outstanding especially the auto lights, the seat adjustment when exiting and the auto convertible roof. The acceleration is excellent and it handles like a dream. It is a blast to drive.
Great Car
Amy Pappas, 03/06/2005
2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK350 2dr Roadster (3.5L 6cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This a car that is fun to drive and handles great. The hard top convertible is so nice, makes the car noise free when the hard top is up and is a lot of fun when its down. The new interior is a big improvement over the previous model.
Thrilling Performance
Jeri, 07/23/2005
2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK350 2dr Roadster (3.5L 6cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I had to wait 3 months for my SLK 350 to arrive from Germany but it was well worth the wait. The SLK350 is quite a ride and has enough power to get you where you want to go. The interior is well appointed and the air scarf in the seats is great. New music sound system is totally awesome! This is my third Mercedez and I have not been disppointed. The ease and handling of the SLK350 is smooth. MBZ has a real winner with this new body style which is a real head-turner. Can't go wrong with this SLK and even though it is somewhat pricey, it is well worth the investment
All new experience
NE-Driver, 04/06/2005
2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK350 2dr Roadster (3.5L 6cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I traded the "old" version SLK in for a new 2005. It's a night and day difference. Acceleration is more than sufficient, the ride is smoother, the electronic additions are welcome, the look is current,... Definetly worth consideration even if you live in snow country - just don't try to drive it in the snow!