The SLC200 was rated at 135 kW, while the higher-boost model was badged as an SLC 300 with 180 kW. The most impressive model was the Mercedes-AMG SLC43 with a glorious-sounding V6 turbo motor. Prices for the SLC in late 2016 ranged from R 684 500 to R944 600 for the AMG43 model. The Mercedes-Benz CLK 350 comes with a 3.5-liter V6 producing 268 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque and a seven-speed transmission helps in delivering power to the rear wheels. The sports coupe is agile and stable through the corners, although perhaps not as fun to drive as the BMW 3-Series Coupe. Still, being a Mercedes-Benz, the CLK 350 is quieter The SLKFirst 20 years. In the spring of 2016 the new Mercedes-Benz SLC inspires an appetite for open-top driving. The compact roadster is the latest installment in a two-decade success story which began in April 1996 with the premiere of the first Mercedes-Benz SLK. The compact roadsters with their characteristic Vario roof paved the way for an The notable exception was my first German ride -- a 2009 BMW 335i convertible that had poor reliability and service experiences that still pains me, so making the decision to try MBZ and an SLK was a big deal after selling my 335i nearly 2 years ago. The open-topped 300 SL replaced the Gullwing after just three years in production, with the same 3.0-litre straight-six engine, but in this instance producing a smidge more power (225bhp). Pricing on the 2014 SLK-Class roadster averages about $31,400 for the SLK250 base model and goes up to nearly $47,000 for the SLK55 AMG. However, your final price will depend on the car's location, condition, mileage, and features. See the Best Used Car Deals ». Mercedes-Benz will be the first automotive manufacturer to offer the new glass roof – called the panoramic vario-roof with MAGIC SKY CONTROL – as an optional extra in the new SLK next year 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK280 Roadster. 61,628 mi. $13,869. Good Deal | $153 under. Get the AutoCheck Report. BassWingerC-137. • 9 mo. ago. I’d avoid the first generation. Not bad cars but sole less compared to the R171’s. All SLK’s seem to be pretty damn solid cars. Successful-Pianist-2. • 9 mo. ago. Honestly r171s would be the one to dodge. This “Mars Red” paint is sometimes referred to as “Fire Opal.”. A motion for approval of the settlement was filed with the Court on December 21, 2020. The settlement must receive final approval from the court before it takes effect. As part of the settlement, MBUSA has agreed to offer sliding-scale warranty coverage for certain vehicles AgWttr.