SLK/R170: My Mercedes Experience Has Not Started Well
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From: Richmond, VA
Dodge Viper RT/10, MB SLK32 AMG, KBS Mk5
My Mercedes Experience Has Not Started Well
Three weeks ago I picked up my SLK 32 AMG. It has been a dream to drive.
I learned Monday night that the car simply doesn’t like to be submerged in six feet of water. Nothing works anymore. What is up with that?
Actually, my new pride and joy got caught in the parking lot from Tropical Storm Gaston. Richmond, VA got 12” of rain in a couple of hours. By the time I saw what was happening in the parking lot, the rush hour streets were clogged with stalled cars, and there was nothing I could do but move it to the highest point in the fenced parking lot.
We watched, trapped on the second floor of my company’s building as cars floated away. The death of my car was muddy and swift. Cars stacked themselves like cordwood around, but never hitting the AMG. The SLK never budged and was still perfectly parked in the lot. (I think the traction control was still on.) It was a contrast in ironies not missed by the TV crews and photographers.
Anyway, the waters receded and the car is (wet) toast. It was a great three weeks. Other than a little dirt, the outside looks good.
My ownership of a MB is short-lived as it was totaled by the insurer and they will pick it up Friday.
Anyone got a Firemist Red, low mile, 03-04 SLK 32 they want to sell? Give me a buzz!
I have pics for those that want to see the carnage.
I learned Monday night that the car simply doesn’t like to be submerged in six feet of water. Nothing works anymore. What is up with that?
Actually, my new pride and joy got caught in the parking lot from Tropical Storm Gaston. Richmond, VA got 12” of rain in a couple of hours. By the time I saw what was happening in the parking lot, the rush hour streets were clogged with stalled cars, and there was nothing I could do but move it to the highest point in the fenced parking lot.
We watched, trapped on the second floor of my company’s building as cars floated away. The death of my car was muddy and swift. Cars stacked themselves like cordwood around, but never hitting the AMG. The SLK never budged and was still perfectly parked in the lot. (I think the traction control was still on.) It was a contrast in ironies not missed by the TV crews and photographers.
Anyway, the waters receded and the car is (wet) toast. It was a great three weeks. Other than a little dirt, the outside looks good.
My ownership of a MB is short-lived as it was totaled by the insurer and they will pick it up Friday.
Anyone got a Firemist Red, low mile, 03-04 SLK 32 they want to sell? Give me a buzz!
I have pics for those that want to see the carnage.
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SLK55 AMG
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From: Richmond, VA
Dodge Viper RT/10, MB SLK32 AMG, KBS Mk5
Here's the pics
In the flooded shot, the red roof of the car can barely be seen directly above the SUV and near the bridge support.
The SUV is floating down the alley next to our building.
The SUV is floating down the alley next to our building.
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From: Florida
2007 E350/2001 SLK320
With all the floods and hurricanes of date, if anyone is in the market for a used Benz - be very, very careful..! The 3 hurricanes in Florida did significant damage and flooding as well. Those insurance right offs could easily end up in some unsuspecting buyers garage/driveway. Do you homework!!
