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Used 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class Consumer Reviews

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AMG Sport Package

jiehong, 01/14/2007
2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK350 2dr Convertible (3.5L 6cyl 6M)
7 of 8 people found this review helpful

So I test drove both base model 280 and 350, and 350 with AMG sports pkg. The $4,000 option is well worth it for the looks and the improved handling of the car. It makes the SLK go from a luxury touring convertible to a real hard core sports car. Cornering ability with the lowered and stiffer suspension makes this a true competitor to Porsche Boxter/S. This car wins on styling, I get envious looks from not only Boxster owner, but 911 owners as well, I suppose a fully loaded SLK is pretty close to the price range of the 911. But you get the fun hardtop convertible.

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5 out of 5 stars

A star on every sense!

Charlie , 09/02/2022
2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK55 AMG 2dr Convertible (5.4L 8cyl 7A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful

My 3rd SLK. 2005 350, 2007 280, 2007 SLK 55 AMG. What a ride! MB didn't forget a thing. Can't get into the newer styles. The McLaren look is gorgeous. Terrific performance and style.

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My dream car

Steve B., 08/31/2007
2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK350 2dr Convertible (3.5L 6cyl 6M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful

I have dreamed about owning an SLK since the first time I saw one. I have not been disappointed. The car drives very well. It is glued to the road but the ride is not harsh at all. My car is the 350 6 cylinder which supplies plenty of power but still gets pretty good gas mileage. The brakes are awesome. The top mechanism performs flawlessly. The fit and finish were first rate. The only problem that have had was that the display for the radio/cd player stopped working. The dealer fixed the problem during the routine 1000-3000 mile checkup.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

MBZ SLK 55 AMG

slaman, 05/05/2008
2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK55 AMG 2dr Convertible (5.4L 8cyl 7A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful

A bargain for what you get, as compared to others in it's class. Great engine power, speed and handling abilities. Fun to drive on the open road and in town. Great if you enjoy top-down motoring. Simply a fun and powerful hot-rod!

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5 out of 5 stars

Our 2007 Mercedes SLK 280

Dennis Williamson, 01/10/2017
updated 07/10/2019
2007 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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