One thing that contributes to higher noise levels in this vehicle is when the rear tires get some miles on them. They are a bit noisy or more so than most MB's so I think they got a bad rap early on, as I recall many being for sale shortly after being purchased with very low miles many years ago. They are a little tricky to replace but can be done even without a special tool with a little patience, but the special tool is great.Įven though I have other MB's to drive, such as a CLK cabriolet, if I am running errands and such this is my "go to" car. I've replaced one plastic shift bushing and think the second one is now due, the parts cost is about $1.00. The electrical connector on the transmissions leak fluid about every 5 year/50K miles. and I'm a Euro car tech so fixed it myself. I did encounter a noisy camshaft variable timing unit which was the most expensive part I've replaced, part cost was close to $400. one could simply buy a new one, for under $100 and replace it quite easily. MAF sensor right around 70K miles, K40 Relay failed at 78K and I found and re-soldered the melted connection and it has been good ever since. I have had what seems to be pattern failures on the vehicle. I now have over 110K on it and it has been a very good car. Manufacturer’s literature is included in the sale along with RENNtech invoices, a window sticker, accessories, and recent service records.It is the base model and my favorite commuting car. Additional photos of the underside are provided in the image gallery. Power is sent to the rear wheels through a five-speed manual transmission and a RENNtech limited-slip differential. ![]() An oil change service was performed in April 2022. Service in November 2020 included changing the fluids and replacing the rear muffler, engine mounts, transmission mounts, spark plugs, and filters. The supercharged and intercooled inline-four was modified to 2.5 liters by RENNtech in March 1999 for a claimed output of 260 horsepower. The digital odometer indicates 60k miles. White-dial instrumentation includes a 160-mph speedometer, a 7k-rpm tachometer, and gauges for fuel level and coolant temperature. Scuffs are noted on the side of the driver’s seat side bolster. Equipment includes heated seats, a Schroth harness for the driver, SLK-branded floor mats, and an AM/FM stereo with a Bose speaker system and a trunk-mounted CD changer. The cabin is upholstered in Salsa leather (227) with carbon-look trim on the center console and door panels. A brake fluid flush was performed in April 2022. In November 2020, the front shocks, springs, steering damper, and chassis braces were replaced, and the wheels were refinished. Braking is handled by RENNTech-branded Alcon calipers, slotted rotors, and stainless steel lines. The suspension is fitted with Koni shocks, aftermarket springs, and rear subframe modifications. ![]() A touch-up spot is present on the left-front wheel arch, and additional scratches, stone chips, and scuffs are shown in the gallery.ġ8″ BBS RC wheels were also added in 1999 and Michelin Pilot Sport All-Season tires were installed in November 2020. The Carfax report notes a 2015 accident resulting in damage to the right-rear corner of the car. In March 1999, a RENNtech front spoiler, side skirts, rear wing, and badge were added. ![]() Additional features include fog lights, heated windshield washers, Kompressor front-fender badges, a single oval exhaust outlet, and integrated dual roll bars behind the seats. The car is finished in Brillant Silver (744) with a matching power-retractable hardtop. Recently acquired by the selling dealer, this RENNtech-modified SLK230 has 60k miles and is now offered with RENNtech invoices, a window sticker, manufacturer’s literature, a Carfax report, and a clean Massachusetts title. An oil change was brake fluid flush were carried out in April 2022. Service in November 2020 included changing the fluids and replacing the front shocks, springs, steering damper, rear muffler, engine mounts, transmission mounts, spark plugs, floor braces, tires, and filters. The body is finished in Brillant Silver over Salsa leather, and additional equipment includes a five-speed manual transmission, a power-retractable hardtop, fog lights, heated seats, carbon-look trim, and an AM/FM cassette stereo with Bose speakers. This 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK230 Kompressor was modified by RENNtech in March 1999 with a 2.5-liter conversion, a limited-slip differential, suspension and braking components, wheels, and bodywork.
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