Mercedes-Benz Slk 1998

1998 Mercedes-Benz Slk: what owners report

• Interior plastics are the main criticism of the 1996–2004 car among French owners, and opinion on the finish of the 2004–2010 car is split roughly evenly.1996–2010
• Fuel consumption draws many complaints from French owners of the first generation; on the second generation the 350 V6 gets the most criticism for thirst.1996–2010
• A German magazine's check of the 1996–2004 car names typical age wear to look for: faulty switches, loose door trim, broken seat springs and failed backrest heating; its test car needed exhaust work.1996–2004
• Owners of the first generation rate it as dependable: reliability is among the top positives for French owners, and most 2001 US reviewers shown report trouble-free use.1996–2004