donmcc1966

I test-drove a 2002 SLK 230 today (been drooling over the SLK's for a couple years - about to make a dream into a reality!). It was black w/black interior. The dash, seats, console - all were black. But the interior of the roof was tan.

Does this indicate a replacement part? I can't imagine it was manufactured that way.

And if it was replaced, how do they expect to get away with that? The Carfax report shows no damage, but I suspect there's something going on.

Should this be a red flag?

Thanks! I love reading the posts from other enthusiasts here!

bazzle

There is a black and tan interior colour. At least I saw one posted in the gallery on Benzworld from memory.

Bazzle

Bruce SLK

The interior roof is typically a light color, generally considered to be a light gray, but may be taken as a light tan.

donmcc1966

I drove a 1998 SLK 230 today. Black on black. Same thing: all black interior, but tan interior roof. I take it this means it was in fact manufactured that way. Good news, because I loved that 2002 yesterday!

Thanks for the replies. I will post my pic when I bring her home!

donmcc1966

Well, I got my SLK 230 today! I am a very happy and proud owner!

2000 SLK 230 with under 35k miles. Black exterior and black/tan two-tone interior. I can't stop looking at it.

I have a few questions about some things, but I will read the owners manual and other posts here before posting my queries.

My pics soon to follow....

bazzle

Well done. Enjoy the ride

Bazzle

donmcc1966

All the pics I took are too large to upload. Hmmmm...

I created a Yahoo group and uploaded them there. http://groups.yahoo.com/group/donslk/

fanforlife

Hello to everyone.

Just thinking about interior roof colours. My 2002 SLK200 is Lazulite blue with grey leather, and it has a cream coloured interior roof. I think the lighter colours are used on purpose so when the roof is up, the car doesn't feel as claustrophobic as it would if the roof was dark.