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Used 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK280 2dr Convertible (3.0L 6cyl 6M) Consumer Reviews

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Our 2007 Mercedes SLK 280

Dennis Williamson, Pensacola, FL, 01/10/2017
updated 07/10/2019
Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK280 2dr Convertible (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful

After replacing the battery with a proper model battery the key will not turn. The car will not start. Mercedes wants $450.00 to fix the problem. What a F'ing ripoff.

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2.88 out of 5 stars

Missed the mark

CDR, 03/12/2010
Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK280 2dr Convertible (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
28 of 44 people found this review helpful

While the SLK 280 is a fun convertible to drive, Mercedes missed the mark on a number of fine points. With top down, wind noise negates any conversation or music listening. The cup holders are poorly made and located in a position that blocks your view to the right. The weight (lack of) of the car makes it very dangerous to drive in the rain. It floats and hydroplanes in puddles. Storage is extremely limited and the glove box is filled completely with the cd-changer. Each oil change is over $300 (no options for less) and all they do is "inspect" the car and change the oil! The retractable roof worked perfectly every time and the neck scarf heater is the best feature of the car.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Great Change

peter sainz, 05/09/2007
Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK280 2dr Convertible (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful

A couple of months ago I purchased an SLK280. I traded in my old 2002 SLK32. I love my old car but I like the new body style and the new changes in the 2005 models. The car runs and handles great, there is a loss in power between the 2 cars about 120 horses but the new 7 speed trans. makes for some of the loss and is more fun to drive, the interior seen bigger with more legg room. Everything in the car is great, no problems up to now, the sound system with the satellite option is worth it. There is a safety problem. The hatch to open the engine compartment is located next to your left foot, A couple times getting in and out from the car I opened by mistake with my foot.

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5 out of 5 stars

Love it !

50 something, 07/27/2007
Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK280 2dr Convertible (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

Went to the dealership with intentions of buying another SUV. Drove the SLK280 and fell in love instantly. We like everything about it. 0 to 60 very quickly. Handles very well. Car travels very well and is quite comfortable. Gets over 28 MPG. The warm air scarf on a cool evening ride is great.Be sure to use the wind skirt with the top down and your hair will look like you just combed it, even after a long ride. Good sound system for tunes. Top goes up/down easy and fast. Because the car is so much fun to drive we wanted to take it on our trips to the beach but there is not very much cargo space, so we have decided to UPS our luggage.

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4.25 out of 5 stars

Best Benz I've Ever Owned

J. Marc Mushkin, 06/23/2008
Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK280 2dr Convertible (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

This is my 5th Mercedes, dating back to 1987. It's my first roadster, after enduring a 2003 CLK (awful) and a 2005 CLK (vastly improved). Fortunately, this car is wonderful. The finish, the interior trim level, the seats, the workings of the convertible hard-top, the little touches like "air-scarf" and the other details all combine to make this car a joy to drive and a pleasure to own. It's, by far, the best built Benz I've owned since, probably, the S class I had back in '89. After a year and 10,000 miles so far so good with the exception of the navigation system (see below)!

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