Mercedes-Benz SLK used review | 1997-2014 - Cars Guide
The Mercedes-Benz SLK roadster was one of the earliest examples of the modern day open-top car. With each new model, the SLK moved more in the direction of genuine sports driving, perhaps not a full-on sports machine, except in AMG variants, but getting mighty close. This was one of the first convertibles in modern times to use a folding hardtop, something that's become almost the norm since Mercedes revived the concept that dates back to the 1930s. A disadvantage of the hardtop that folds is the amount of... The second-generation Mercedes-Benz SLK roadster was launched late in 2004. It's larger than the original and followed a styling theme sort of based on the front of a Formula One car. This time its styling made it look like a smaller version of the AMG SLS sports roadster. While the Mercedes SLK doesn't have a bonnet that stretches to the outrageous length the SLS's, it certainly does make a statement. The Mercedes-Benz SLK was launched only with four-cylinder engines, many of which were supercharged. Most Mercedes SLKs use an automatic transmission. Mercedes SLK is backed up by strong dealer networks. Source: www.carsguide.com.au
