Mercedes-Benz SLK

Price Paid:  $42000.00 from Garff Imports

Year / Model Reviewed:
2003 Mercedes-Benz 230 SLK

Summary:
I did my research before buying this auto. BMW Z4 (ouch, from the Ugly School Pontiac Aztec Design). Audi TT Roadster, just too, ah, well, wierd. Honda S2000, not made for anyone over 6 feet. The SLK did it for me. Beautiful interior and exterior. Roomy (for a roadster)

Strengths:
The styling is understated yet elegant for what the auto is. The interior is beautiful and roomy. The top is a dream. For those who are contemplating the Z4, just look how dated the Z3 looks now, and in five years people may ask you "what were you thinking?"

Weaknesses:
It is pricy, only the Porsche Boxter is more. Honda S2000 is really a bargain, but too small.

Similar Products Used:
Similar Products Tested (ranked) Honda S2000 Audi TT Roadster BMW Z4

Price Paid:  $37700.00 from Fletcher-Jones Motor

Summary:
I love this car!!! It's fast, gas efficient, quiet, handles like a dream and I simply can't get the smile off my face!I love the Audi TT from the outside; but, after testing both, there was no question! It's SLK all the way!

Strengths:
Gas efficient, quiet, quick and beautiful!

Weaknesses:
NONE

Similar Products Used:
My last car was a Fiero GT and I loved it and I thought I would miss it. . . I don't!

Price Paid:  $42500.00 from Phillips Auto group

Summary:
This SLK has only been in the shop for reqular maintenance twice in 20K miles. There was a door rattle but the top has been through 288 cycles without a problem. I understand there is a major redesign for 2004. I would purchase another one. The 500 SL has a new feature. The top in the retracted state will pivot up and you can access the bottom of the trunk. Will this be a feature on the SLK?

Strengths:
Performance, gas milage, looks, handeling

Weaknesses:
Limited access to trunk with top down

Similar Products Used:
My girlfriend has a BMW Z4. I think I can beat her in the 1/4 mile. My golf clubs will fit in her trunk with the top down, however I don't like the sound of the doors when they close.

Price Paid:  $55000.00

Year / Model Reviewed:
2002 SLK32 AMG

Summary:
THIS IS NOT THE REGULAR SLK320. THIS IS THE SLK32. This is the AMG model to the SLK. It has 349hp. And 0-60 is under 5. Its redicilous. I have the Number one spot at my Mercdes dealership. I am willing to sell the spot for money :) If you are interested Please e-mail me at Slexis200@aol.com
Dealers will have a waiting list atleast a year long now. This one is Silver with black/grey leather, and is comming this July. Its mercedes' fastest roadster ever. Some dealers may charge up to 20,000 over sticker, since this is a limmited edition car of 1,000 cars this year.

-Slexis200@aol.com

Strengths:
THIS IS NOT THE REGULAR SLK320. THIS IS THE SLK32. This is the AMG model to the SLK. It has 349hp. And 0-60 is under 5. Its redicilous. I have the Number one spot at my Mercdes dealership. I am willing to sell the spot for money :) If you are interested Please e-mail me at Slexis200@aol.com
Dealers will have a waiting list atleast a year long now. This one is Silver with black/grey leather, and is comming this July. Its mercedes' fastest roadster ever. Some dealers may charge up to 20,000 over sticker, since this is a limmited edition car of 1,000 cars this year.

-Slexis200@aol.com

Weaknesses:
None

Similar Products Used:
M Roadster. Corvette. Jaguar XKR. This is a Mercedes, more comfortable, better looking, and extremly fast!

Price Paid:  $45000.00 from McGeorge Mercedes

Year / Model Reviewed:
2002 SLK 320

Summary:
A great car and to drive for fun.You can''t beat this in the spring or fall! If you have the money and want a fun two seater this is a great pick.

Strengths:
The hard convertable top, The sound of the 320 when the tops down, The solid feel of the car.The Dealer''s service has been great.

Weaknesses:
Drink Holders are cheap, Would be nice if it held my golf clubs in the trunk when the top is down. Having to pay xtra for a CD!

Similar Products Used:
Audi TT, BMW,