SLK/R170: Don: how many miles on the SLK32?
Thread Starter
MBWorld Founder
Joined: Nov 2001
Posts: 1,539
Likes: 8
From: Los Angeles, CA
2020 GT R Pro, 2019 GT3 RS, 2018 GT3 Touring
Don: how many miles on the SLK32?
By the way, how was the last track event? I'm dying to know how she performed on the track.
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Nov 2001
Posts: 6,340
Likes: 22
From: Southern California, USA
2003 CL55 AMG
SLK32
Ill have to get LN32 from MBNZ.org to post over here. LN32 ran her SLK32 at some events and also just had it Dyno'ed the other day as well. Ill shoot her off an email.
Junior Member
Joined: Nov 2001
Posts: 32
Likes: 0
GLC 63
Almost 5000 miles now...
The SLk32 was a blast to drive at Willow Springs. As you know, Willow Springs is a very fast track. Some of the more adventures souls claimed they run more than 130 mph THROUGH the big sweeper at Turn 8. It takes a lot of confidence to be able to drive your car at the traction limits at that kind of speed.
Since this was my first time out with the ’32 and my first time at Willow Springs, I had resolved to stay well within the limits of both the car and driver. My number one goal was to be able to drive SLK32 home after the event. But I did work toward finding the limits on Turns 2 and 3 and to a lesser extent Turn 1 and the exit of Turn 9. The car seemed to handle very well. But the power and torque are awesome. It’s definitely important to be smooth with the throttle.
I did see a couple of fairly spectacular high speed off track excursions. One guy spun off in a brand new 996 exiting Turn 9 at probably around 100 mph, yet suffered no real damage.
The TracQuest event was very well organized with excellent instructors available. I had the only Mercedes-Benz product at the event. Lots of Porsches and a number of M-roadsters and M-coupes were present. A number of participants and several instructors commented on the power of the SLK32. One guy in an M-coupe seemed quit surprised by the way that I just “blew by him” (his words) on the back straight.
I’m looking forward to Buttonwillow this weekend. Brad said he’s going. Will you be there, Simon?
Since this was my first time out with the ’32 and my first time at Willow Springs, I had resolved to stay well within the limits of both the car and driver. My number one goal was to be able to drive SLK32 home after the event. But I did work toward finding the limits on Turns 2 and 3 and to a lesser extent Turn 1 and the exit of Turn 9. The car seemed to handle very well. But the power and torque are awesome. It’s definitely important to be smooth with the throttle.
I did see a couple of fairly spectacular high speed off track excursions. One guy spun off in a brand new 996 exiting Turn 9 at probably around 100 mph, yet suffered no real damage.
The TracQuest event was very well organized with excellent instructors available. I had the only Mercedes-Benz product at the event. Lots of Porsches and a number of M-roadsters and M-coupes were present. A number of participants and several instructors commented on the power of the SLK32. One guy in an M-coupe seemed quit surprised by the way that I just “blew by him” (his words) on the back straight.
I’m looking forward to Buttonwillow this weekend. Brad said he’s going. Will you be there, Simon?
Thread Starter
MBWorld Founder
Joined: Nov 2001
Posts: 1,539
Likes: 8
From: Los Angeles, CA
2020 GT R Pro, 2019 GT3 RS, 2018 GT3 Touring
Wow, sounds great Don! Glad to hear you had fun. Brad is going up on Sunday only. On Saturday, we're invited to tour the BMW VPC facility in Oxnard. I may come up Sunday, but not sure yet. My M3 is still in the shop getting the Supercharger put in; if it's done in time (unlikely), I'll come up and instruct this weekend. Otherwise, it's just too frustrating not having my own car to drive!
See you soon!
See you soon!
Almost a Member!
Joined: Nov 2001
Posts: 43
Likes: 0
From: Calgary, AB, Canada
SLK32 AMG
Originally posted by Don
Not me! I ran with the top up.
Notice the white helmet top above the windshield frame and roll hoop. Yikes!
Not me! I ran with the top up.
Notice the white helmet top above the windshield frame and roll hoop. Yikes!
Trending Topics
Junior Member
Joined: Nov 2001
Posts: 32
Likes: 0
GLC 63
Originally posted by kenny
Oh so there was a couple SLK32s on the track I guess... that picture is from last weekend at Willow Springs. The guy in the mustang has a few laps on video, but I couldn't see any SLK32s on the track with him.
Oh so there was a couple SLK32s on the track I guess... that picture is from last weekend at Willow Springs. The guy in the mustang has a few laps on video, but I couldn't see any SLK32s on the track with him.
MB World Stories
The Best of Mercedes & AMG
Manual Mercedes? 6 Times Sindelfingen Let Drivers Have All The Fun
Verdad Gallardo
Mercedes SLR McLaren 722 S Is Extremely Rare Example Modified by McLaren
Verdad Gallardo
8 Classic Boxy Mercedes Designs That Have Aged Like Fine Wine
Verdad Gallardo
Flawlessly Restored Mercedes 190E Evo II Heads to Auction
Verdad Gallardo
Electric Mercedes C-Class Unveiled: 11 Things You Need to Know
Verdad Gallardo
Mercedes EQS Gets A Major Update: Everything You Need to Know
Verdad Gallardo
5 Underrated Mercedes-Benz Models That Don't Get the Love They Deserve
Verdad Gallardo
Mercedes 300D Has Pushed Well Past 1 Million Miles and It Ain't Stopping
Verdad Gallardo
10 Most Reliable Mercedes-Benz Models You Can Buy Used
Verdad Gallardo
Newbie
Joined: Nov 2001
Posts: 13
Likes: 0
From: Northern VA
2002 SLK32 AMG
I had mine on the track in early October with the Audi Quattro Club ...
Great fun, and everyone was referring to the 32 as 'the rocket'. There were mostly Audis there (naturally) but also a few Porsches, BMWs, and Subarus. A friend who was filming video told me later that you could always tell when my car was coming up on the tape from it's distinctive sound. The car had a great many admirers by the end of the 2 days there.
BTW, I also ran with the top up for two reasons: Better aerodynamically, and since I don't have arm restraints, the top could help limit flailing arms in the event of a roll.
<img src="http://im1.shutterfly.com/procserv/47b1cf38b3127cce9b949e8b070e0000000410">
BTW, I also ran with the top up for two reasons: Better aerodynamically, and since I don't have arm restraints, the top could help limit flailing arms in the event of a roll.
<img src="http://im1.shutterfly.com/procserv/47b1cf38b3127cce9b949e8b070e0000000410">
Newbie
Joined: Dec 2001
Posts: 2
Likes: 0
From: Laguna Hills, CA
Hi--
I'm new to your website & would appreciate any information about the 2002 SLK32AMG & if there are any problem areas, such as: engine, supercharger, electric roof, etc. I'm going to take a test drive tomoorow & was wondering if anyone could suggest a dealer in the Orange County, CA area.
Thanks,
Bob
I'm new to your website & would appreciate any information about the 2002 SLK32AMG & if there are any problem areas, such as: engine, supercharger, electric roof, etc. I'm going to take a test drive tomoorow & was wondering if anyone could suggest a dealer in the Orange County, CA area.
Thanks,
Bob
