Is the Mercedes-Benz SLK a good, reliable buy?
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The question
Is a 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK 200 automatic generally a good buy in terms of reliability etc?
Asked by Emmet GALVIN ยท
Expert answer
Hi Emmet,
It is, actually - one of the few mid-2000s Mercs you could say that about. The 200k engine is a solid old thing, although it does sound worryingly like a broken cement mixer when you accelerate hard. The complex folding roof mechanism is also pretty good, but be careful if the previous owner chose to leave the roof mostly up, as the electric motors can freeze in place if it's not exercised regularly.
Answered by Neil Briscoe