1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK

1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK230 Kompressor Convertible Drawing inspiration from the 300SL and 190SL yesteryear roadsters, the lean SLK shares their timeless proportions on a diminutive modern platform with a profile that appears to be moving even at a standstill. Parking lot friendly, the SLK measures 19.8 inches shorter than big brother SL convertibles, and weighs 1200 pounds less. MotorTrend magazine, Dec. 1998 For consignment, a 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK230 Kompressor convertible with a title verified 26,602 actual miles. MotorTrend continues, Succeeding to bridge the gap between fixed roof coupe and convertible in such a tidy package without sacrifices is an impressive accomplishment that sets a high engineering benchmark for future roadsters. Exterior Bahama Blue Metallic covers our little roadster and its rounded edges and domed roof look wind defying from any angle. The wedge veers from pointy nosed sportscars and carries all of the Mercedes DNA, from the headlights and grille to the tail lights with vertical bands of clear lenses, and the 3 point star making an appearance of nose, back, and of course, the 16-inch Mercedes wheels. The rounded hardtop fits neatly and virtually seamlessly on the body, while body colored sport mirrors flank a steeply raked windshield. Fog lights are integrated into the chin spoiler and subtle body lines on the hood give the front even more character. Imperfections include some extra holes on the front bumper at the license plate area and just a few minor chips. Interior Not just basic black in this German sports car, but light gray inserts framed by black on the door panels and a wooden faceplate for an unexpected bit of pizazz, and it's all tight and clean and in good shape. The bucket seats repeat the pattern with some slight wear on the driver's seat leather, but in overall nice condition with high headrests and roll bars behind each seat. Gray frames the instrument panel where white faced gauges live in coves, each dial sporting a digital window as well, for time display, temperature, and odometer. A honey colored wood backs the center stack where A/C dials tops an AM/FM/Cassette radio and an in-dash cell phone panel. The black dash pad caps off the passenger side, over a gray glove box while a stout shifter lives in the center console surrounded by more wood and low pile gray carpet cleanly covers the floor. A small trunk is present but is mostly reserved for the folding hardtop and presents cleanly. Drivetrain A bright red plate on the cam cover highlights the very clean 2.3 liter DOHC supercharged 4 cylinder, rated at a healthy 190 horsepower and fuel injected. It's mated to a Getrag 5-speed manual transmission that routes power not too far back to the rear axle and 3.46 gears. Undercarriage Super clean and dry underneath where the single exhaust flows through its original muffler which emits a pair of short tail pipes shrouded in a single chrome tip. Power disc brakes are at all four wheels and suspension is composed of Macpherson struts up front and coil springs in back, and both ends are independent. Drive-Ability No surprises for this low mileage Bremen native and it delivers a spirited run with nimble handling, good power, and on point braking. The cabin is comfortable and visibility is very good as C-pillars are kept narrow. All functions work on this clean roadster and it's time to put it under the showroom lights. While Classic Auto Mall represents that these functions were working at the time of our test drive, we cannot guarantee these functions will be working at the time of your purchase. The sale brochure states, The SLK, first as a show car, now in production form, has captured something rare and elusive. It's a design that's innovative and advanced, yet evokes the rich tradition of Mercedes-Benz.. Well, we can't argue with that. This car, nearly 30 years later, still seems fresh in design and exciting on the road. They were nearly $40,000 when