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2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class
2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class
Coupe or Convertible?
The Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class goes from a small and sleek closed coupe to an open roadster in seconds.
The SLK’s wedge-shape profile is punctuated by a nose that mimics the look of the ultra-rare and ultra-expensive SLR McLaren supercar. The powered folding metal roof retracts in about 22 seconds. Trunk space is reduced with the top down, but is still accommodating, for a small, two-seat sports car.
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The base SLK280 comes powered by a 3.0-liter V6. The SLK350 has a 3.5-liter V6. A standard six-speed manual transmission drives the rear wheels on the SLK280 and SLK350, and a seven-speed automatic with manual-shift capability is optional.
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The small but beastly SLK55 AMG comes with an explosive V8 engine mated to the seven-speed automatic.
Use of high-strength steel ensures maximum structural rigidity, which translates into a stable ride without the shakes and rattles that tend to plague many convertibles. A four-wheel independent suspension in the Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class affords crisp handling with decent compliance over bumps and potholes.
The SLK55 AMG includes a lowered, stiffened sport suspension with wheel, tire and brake upgrades. The latter can be purchased as an AMG Sport Package on the SLK280 and SLK350. Four-wheel disc antilock brakes with brake assist, Electronic Slip Control and Electronic Stability Program are standard on all models.
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The car’s interior is elegant, with a dashboard that flows into the door panels and an instrument panel with large, chronograph-style gauges. As with all Mercedes-Benzes, there are many buttons and knobs that can seem overwhelming at first.
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The Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class is well equipped in all versions. Side and knee-level airbags are standard. The AMG model includes more-supportive sport seats. Convertible lovers who enjoy top-down motoring in the fall will appreciate the optional "Airscarf" feature, which incorporates neck-level vents in the seats that blow hot air.
You're a convertible lover; you're looking for a sporty, two-seat coupe and would appreciate the ability to drop the top; two seats are enough; you're considering the Porsche Boxster and would like the option of a V8 engine and the convenience of a folding hardtop; you're a techie who relishes the latest gizmos and gadgets.
Two seats don't cut it; you hate bad hair days and always drive with the windows up and the A/C on, in which case convertibles aren't for you; you value simple, streamlined interior controls.
The SLK-Class' cabin is compact, as expected, so larger drivers should take a spin with the top both up and down to make sure it's comfortable over the long haul; getting in and out can be tricky with the top up.
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