2000 Mercedes-Benz R170 SLK320 #2201

2000 Mercedes Benz SLK 320 (R170)

Brilliant Silver Metallic (744) with Quartz & Siam Beige Leather (215A)

49,677 miles (when photographed May 8th 2020)

The name SLK was derived from sportleicht (sporty), leicht (light), and kurz (short). It was the first Mercedes-Benz to wear an SL nameplate and carry a four cylinder engine since the late 1950s.

As a modern equivalent to the 190SL roadster, the SLK shared the 94 inch wheelbase of the original Hollywood icon.

This was also car that introduced the world to the wonders of the mass produced vario folding roof, a genius piece of design that allows this car to switch between tin top and no top at the flick of a switch.

Now becoming sought after as a usable modern classic, the R170 SLK is finding it’s feet in the classic car world.

With it’s V6 engine and throaty soundtrack, the SLK320 is the more serious big brother of the fun four cylinder SLK230 Kompressor.

The 3.2 litre SLK320 offers more grunt thanks to it’s naturally aspirated 6 cylinder M111 power plant; with 215bhp compared to around 190bhp of the four supercharged SLK230.

These 6 cylinder SLKs make superb tourers, offering coupe levels of comfort with ample boot space.

This example boasts the rare and desirable Quartz & Siam Beige Leather, a delightful two-tone interior that has aged beautifully. The R170 SLK was available in a wide range of colour and trim finishes, some of which no longer look appealing – not so with this one, this car looks as good today as it did when it was fresh in the showroom almost 20 years ago.

Luxuries such as electrically adjustable heated seats, 10 cd changer, dual zone climate control and the smooth 5 speed automatic gear box make covering great distances a pleasure.

The history record shows services at:

12,261 miles
14,661 miles
31,214 miles
42,460 miles
43,376 miles
43,591 miles
46,941 miles (SLSHOP)
49,224 miles

Presenting a superb opportunity to get into a smartly presented early style SLK with V6 power, this is one very usable and highly enjoyable modern classic.

 

This Mercedes-Benz has been hand-picked by SLSHOP’s sales team due to its high calibre status. Every inch of this vehicle’s exterior, interior and mechanicals have been inspected by SLSHOP’s workshops to ensure the vehicle meets our world leading standards. While every effort has been made to offer pristine vehicles, there will be some age-related marks, unless otherwise stated.  

We advise interested parties to join us for a coffee to peruse the documentation accompanying this vehicle. There are servicing records and invoices, MOT and tax records dating back many years and as such must be viewed in person.

210A LEATHER 423 5-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 441 STEERING COLUMN, ADJUSTABLE 461 INSTRUMENT WITH MILES IND. AND ENGLISH LEGEND 551 ANTI-THEFT/ANTI-BREAK-IN WARNING SYSTEM 560 ELECTRIC. ADJUSTABLE DRIVER SEAT L. AND R. 613 HEADLAMP LEFT-HAND TRAFFIC 668 PACKAGING FOR SHIPPING VEHICLES WITH TIE-DOWN HOOK 669 SPARE WHEEL / FOLDING WHEEL 673 HIGH-CAPACITY BATTERY 756 RADIO MB AUDIO 10 CD WITH VK/RDS 801 AEJ 00/1 R 170 AEJ 99/2 833 INVALID/GREAT BRITAIN,ADDITIONAL PARTS 873 SEAT HEATER FOR LEFT AND RIGHT FRONT SEATS 875 HEATED SCREEN WASH SYSTEM 882 INTERIOR SAFEGUARD 984 COC DOC., DELETION OF VEHICLE REGISTRATION DOC. 989 IDENTIFICATION LABEL UNDER WINDSHIELD