SLK55 (R171) 2004 - 2010: SLK200K, SLK280, SLK350, SLK55, SLK55 Black Series

Got It!

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Rate Thread
 
Old Apr 1, 2005 | 10:02 PM
  #1  
Shark's Avatar
Thread Starter
Member
 
Joined: Oct 2004
Posts: 165
Likes: 9
'05 SLK55, Obsidian, black/red, light and premium pkg., COMAND with nav, airscarf, Sirius
Got It!

At long last I picked up the new '55 a few hours ago...Obsidian, black/red, nav, lighting, premium, airscarf, 45 miles on the odometer when I picked it up. No scratchs, no dents that I can find. The remote roof opener appears to have a range of about 10 feet. The only problems I've found so far are the nav system telling me to turn left one time where I needed to turn right, and the engine idle in gear is a bit rougher than I expected. Some of you may laugh at or be upset with me, but the sensations I get when driving this car are exactly what I reported here last fall when I test drove one...sounds, rides, and handles like a Corvette (not a bad thing in my opinion), except I like this size better...I think Corvettes are too big and therefore less fun to drive. Some of you have been asking if the AMG suspension is too firm. My opinion is that it's firm, but not punishing...I like the level of firmness, think they got it just right. When it stops raining here (hopefully Sunday) I'll post some photos. Thanks again to many of you out there that helped me with configuring the car and putting up with some less than ethical sales tactics at the dealer.

Last edited by Shark; Apr 1, 2005 at 10:28 PM. Reason: typo
Reply
Old Apr 2, 2005 | 05:53 PM
  #2  
bloflin's Avatar
Senior Member
 
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 310
Likes: 0
From: Texas
2005 SLK55 AMG
Shark, exactly my order, should be her mid-May. Congrats to you. Where are you located?
Reply
Old Apr 2, 2005 | 06:38 PM
  #3  
Shark's Avatar
Thread Starter
Member
 
Joined: Oct 2004
Posts: 165
Likes: 9
'05 SLK55, Obsidian, black/red, light and premium pkg., COMAND with nav, airscarf, Sirius
New Jersey
Reply
Old Apr 3, 2005 | 11:14 AM
  #4  
AMG SLK55's Avatar
Almost a Member!
 
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 66
Likes: 0
From: Reno, Nevada
2005 SLK55 AMG
Congrats Shark....
Reply
Old Apr 4, 2005 | 04:38 PM
  #5  
blkslk55's Avatar
Member
 
Joined: Feb 2005
Posts: 107
Likes: 0
From: canada
shark you are going to looooove your ride!! congratulations!
Reply
Old Apr 16, 2005 | 12:32 PM
  #6  
bloflin's Avatar
Senior Member
 
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 310
Likes: 0
From: Texas
2005 SLK55 AMG
Shark what are you thoughts on Chrome Grill Strips?

Shark my SLK55 (Ob Blk, like yours) is built and should be on the water. I'm not much for aftermarket "dress" for my cars, but the one thing I'm considering is the Chrome Grill Strip. Since our cars are Blk, I thought that might be something that gives a little more definition to the Grill.

Have you considered, they are $99 US for 2.

They are bright chrome, I thought it might tie in with the standard Hood Areoewings. Those are bright chrome also, correct?

Appreciate your opinion.
Attached Thumbnails Got It!-171-1005_small.jpg  
Reply
Old Apr 17, 2005 | 07:30 PM
  #7  
Shark's Avatar
Thread Starter
Member
 
Joined: Oct 2004
Posts: 165
Likes: 9
'05 SLK55, Obsidian, black/red, light and premium pkg., COMAND with nav, airscarf, Sirius
Originally Posted by bloflin
Shark my SLK55 (Ob Blk, like yours) is built and should be on the water. I'm not much for aftermarket "dress" for my cars, but the one thing I'm considering is the Chrome Grill Strip. Since our cars are Blk, I thought that might be something that gives a little more definition to the Grill.

Have you considered, they are $99 US for 2.

They are bright chrome, I thought it might tie in with the standard Hood Areoewings. Those are bright chrome also, correct?

Appreciate your opinion.
Bloflin, Like you, I tend to keep my cars pretty much "bone stock". I'll typically lots of factory options, but have never been big into aftermarket add-ons. Candidly, I'm not yet sure of my thoughts regarding the hood aerowings. To me they are not Mercedes like at all, and a number of people have asked me what they are...kind of indicates to me that they look like they don't belong there. I will say that the aerowings are very "in your face" when you are driving the car, but I don't mean that with a negative connotation. That being said, yes I think the grill strip would complement the aerowings as they are both chrome and there is not a lot of chrome on the exterior of the car. I'm not planning to get the grill strips, but I don't think they would look bad either. On the other hand, if I saw a dark colored '55 in person, it's possible my mind could be changed. Sorry for such a "middle of the road" response, but I'm just not sure.
Reply
Old Apr 18, 2005 | 10:10 AM
  #8  
bloflin's Avatar
Senior Member
 
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 310
Likes: 0
From: Texas
2005 SLK55 AMG
Shark, thanks for your thoughts.

I agree on too much "bling" isn't for me either. For example they have the chrome headlight (and taillight) rings avail aftermarket. And even MB sells the chrome outside rearview mirror covers. Which, personally I don't care for.

On the Grill strips specifically, they are MB (or can be). MB had them on the Launch Edition, and apparently according to other posters they are in the MB accessories catalog (at least in some countries), though I can't find it online.

Again, thx for your thoughts.
Reply
MB World Stories

The Best of Mercedes & AMG

story-0

New Electric Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupe Unveiled: 10 Things You Need to Know

 Verdad Gallardo
story-1

6 Mercedes Models That Did NOT Age Well (But Are Somehow Still Cool)

 Verdad Gallardo
story-2

Manual Mercedes? 6 Times Sindelfingen Let Drivers Have All The Fun

 Verdad Gallardo
story-3

Mercedes SLR McLaren 722 S Is Extremely Rare Example Modified by McLaren

 Verdad Gallardo
story-4

8 Classic Boxy Mercedes Designs That Have Aged Like Fine Wine

 Verdad Gallardo
story-5

Flawlessly Restored Mercedes 190E Evo II Heads to Auction

 Verdad Gallardo
story-6

Electric Mercedes C-Class Unveiled: 11 Things You Need to Know

 Verdad Gallardo
story-7

Mercedes EQS Gets A Major Update: Everything You Need to Know

 Verdad Gallardo
story-8

5 Underrated Mercedes-Benz Models That Don't Get the Love They Deserve

 Verdad Gallardo
story-9

Mercedes 300D Has Pushed Well Past 1 Million Miles and It Ain't Stopping

 Verdad Gallardo
Old Apr 18, 2005 | 01:14 PM
  #9  
theitalianjob's Avatar
MBWorld Fanatic!
 
Joined: May 2004
Posts: 1,715
Likes: 0
From: Hong Kong
E46 M3
Congrats!
Reply
Old Apr 18, 2005 | 02:29 PM
  #10  
Harris's Avatar
MBWorld Fanatic!
 
Joined: Jan 2002
Posts: 4,439
Likes: 1
The original MB aerowings on the 55s are Brushed Aluminum, not chrome. Its a full grill replacement, not just the fins.

You can order the chrome grille strips from the parts dept. At least in Canada, we can.
Reply

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)
 


You have already rated this thread Rating: Thread Rating: 0 votes,  average.


All times are GMT -4. The time now is 06:25 PM.

story-0
New Electric Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupe Unveiled: 10 Things You Need to Know

Slideshow: Mercedes-AMG's new electric GT 4-Door Coupe trades combustion for software, synthetic noise, and more than 1,100 horsepower.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-20 20:08:15


VIEW MORE
story-1
6 Mercedes Models That Did NOT Age Well (But Are Somehow Still Cool)

Slideshow: Not every Mercedes design becomes timeless, some feel stuck in the era they came from.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-12 18:09:07


VIEW MORE
story-2
Manual Mercedes? 6 Times Sindelfingen Let Drivers Have All The Fun

Slideshow: Yes, Mercedes built manual cars, and some of them are far more interesting than you'd expect.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-02 12:36:58


VIEW MORE
story-3
Mercedes SLR McLaren 722 S Is Extremely Rare Example Modified by McLaren

Slideshow: A one-of-one U.S.-spec Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Roadster became even rarer after a factory-backed transformation at McLaren's headquarters.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-29 11:19:28


VIEW MORE
story-4
8 Classic Boxy Mercedes Designs That Have Aged Like Fine Wine

Slideshow: Before curves took over, Mercedes mastered the art of the straight line, and some of those shapes still look right today.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-25 12:05:49


VIEW MORE
story-5
Flawlessly Restored Mercedes 190E Evo II Heads to Auction

Slideshow: The 190E Evolution II shows how a homologation necessity became a six-figure collector icon.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-22 17:53:47


VIEW MORE
story-6
Electric Mercedes C-Class Unveiled: 11 Things You Need to Know

Slideshow: Mercedes is turning one of its core nameplates electric, and the details show just how serious this shift is.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-21 13:58:06


VIEW MORE
story-7
Mercedes EQS Gets A Major Update: Everything You Need to Know

Slideshow: Faster charging, longer range, and a controversial steer-by-wire system define the latest evolution of Mercedes-Benz EQS.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-15 10:35:34


VIEW MORE
story-8
5 Underrated Mercedes-Benz Models That Don't Get the Love They Deserve

Slideshow: These overlooked Mercedes-Benz models never got the spotlight, but they quietly delivered more than most remember.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-13 19:35:45


VIEW MORE
story-9
Mercedes 300D Has Pushed Well Past 1 Million Miles and It Ain't Stopping

Slideshow: A well-used 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300D with more than one million miles is now looking for a new owner, and it still appears ready for more.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-10 10:05:15


VIEW MORE