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Old May 25, 2008 | 04:17 PM
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Buying advice

Hi,

I'm thinking of buying an SLK with a budget of £8000 (sorry its not USD) I know they were updated in early 200? to include LED wing mirrors, but what were the other changes? Which model should I aim to purchase a face lift with high miles or pre -face lift with lower miles?
Finaly any particular points to look out for?

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Old May 26, 2008 | 04:02 AM
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Thumbs down run for the hills!

Unless you are able to work on this car yourself or have a Mercedes mechanic as a relative I would avoid this car. It is a money pit and there are many more reliable drop tops around!
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Old May 26, 2008 | 06:51 AM
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Unless you are able to work on this car yourself or have a Mercedes mechanic as a relative I would avoid this car. It is a money pit and there are many more reliable drop tops around!

Utter crap !

The slk is very reliable car, There are no major probs with them, you just need to check a few things over m8.

Just dont rush, find the one you want.

I have had mine two years and have not had to spend a penny on it !
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Old May 30, 2008 | 03:25 PM
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Originally Posted by Taff
Utter crap !

The slk is very reliable car, There are no major probs with them, you just need to check a few things over m8.

Just dont rush, find the one you want.

I have had mine two years and have not had to spend a penny on it !
I aggree with you Taff. What budnball said is crap.

Get a face lifted model like a 2001 or 2002 for a good price.
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