kbohrer

Can anyone give me the details of what was changed on the SLK between 1998 and 2001? I know that the side mirror integrated turn signals were added in '01 but that's it. I am considering a used purchase and would like to know before going to look at a ton of cars.

Thanks.

Brian_R170

This writeup that David and I put together should cover just about everything

http://www.slk32.com/pages/slkmodeld...modeldiff.html

kbohrer

That is why I love this forum...ask and you shall receive!

YOU ROCK!

Thanks for the comprehensive list.

Kevin

Nektopoli

03' SLK230 get the red line bumped up to 6,200 RPMs, i don't know how this helps the 0-60's times, but with the 5,800 RPM red line it take 2 shifts to make 60.

NP

opusnron

Brian, do you and David have any plans to update you list for the 2003 model year??

Brian_R170

I'll probably update it when the model year is over, but I think the only changes from 2002 were two new exterior colors.

Nektopoli

And the raising the redline to 6,200RPM's Zoom->Zoom

NP

opusnron

Thanks for your list!

rage2

Don't forget the updated transmission hardware/software in the SLK 32 AMG. Not officially listed (part#'s are the same) but it's a significant change.

Brian_R170

I'm inclined to say that this type of "change" doesn't really belong in the list. Manufacturers constantly make small improvements in the course of production, such as redesigned fasteners, wire routing, and software upgrades.

Also, the significance is relative. Owners might say it's significant, but I'm quite sure that Mercedes-Benz would not.