I'm considering buying this gen slk. likely something with 200,000kms or 120,000 miles. anything I should be aware of? is it really high maintenance with that kind of mileage?
There’s a sizable list of maintenance that could or should be done if it wasn’t when it comes to vehicles at that mileage in general. Without maintenance history and details, it’s sort of hard to say. Every car is different and how the previous owner took care of it will vary on what you will and won’t need to do. Overall the 2.3L s/c engine is pretty solid as long as it’s been well maintained.
The brake light problem is probably not relay related. It is the infamous brake light connector gets too hot and burn out the connector contact. Its an easy fix, search how others have fix for brake light. In the US, MB has a recall to have the light cluster replaced. Check with MB service which maybe difference now as they all becomes independent service centre due to MB now just a manufacturer and distributor. I think it is a bad move for MB and customers confident will be affected.
Thank you for the insight. Will definitely look into it. It’s been like this for a long time but the cars been sitting for years so it’s not an immediate rush but now I want to start looking into making it a weekend car this needs to get done
I’m a 20 year old that just got me a 98 slk 230 with 130k miles on it in Maui. Transmission is slipping after 20 mph was wondering if that was limp mode? Got any ideas honestly don’t have enough to get it serviced. So let me know. Maybe a diagnostic tester? Not sure where I need to start. Mahalo.
I would definitely get a diagnostic tester and start from there. If you know anyone on the island with the star diagnostic system that would help pinpoint the issues / codes
@@hawaiianhippie4688 any of the ones you see on amazon would work for basic codes, but to really dig in through codes on mercedes having a star computer would be best bet. imho i think the basic code reader should be able to point you in the right direction.
Aloha, is your car black by any chance? There was a black one I had my eye on in Upcountry and I'm wondering if it's the same one. Also, you can take it to AutoZone in Kahului. They should be able to pull codes for you there.
That's a sweet looking SLK!!! 30,000 miles?! lucky you!!! I own a 2003 SLK 230 pretty much stock. I just put AMG 18" wheels. Looks good but i like the stance of your SLK. Would you mind sharing what you did. Did you do springs only or springs and shocks? I tried to search your videos for comments but I didn't see any. Would appreciate it very much if you can share that info. Thanks!! Just subscribed! Great video!
Louie. Thank you! It’s on lorinser springs and bilstein shocks. I do have a brand new set of brand new bc suspension lowering springs on the garage o can sell. If you go to the playlist to the series of videos for the slk, in a earlier video I go over everything done to the slk. Thanks for subscribing and lmk if you have any other questions 👍🏻
Hi hence. Unfortunately I think the kit is discontinued . The kit is a reiger, but I may have access to a kit that’s clean and just as nice as well. Waiting on information and production availability
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Any chance you got a link to the spoiler?
what’s the rear spoiler called?
It’s made by Rieger tuning
I'm considering buying this gen slk. likely something with 200,000kms or 120,000 miles. anything I should be aware of? is it really high maintenance with that kind of mileage?
There’s a sizable list of maintenance that could or should be done if it wasn’t when it comes to vehicles at that mileage in general. Without maintenance history and details, it’s sort of hard to say. Every car is different and how the previous owner took care of it will vary on what you will and won’t need to do.
Overall the 2.3L s/c engine is pretty solid as long as it’s been well maintained.
Would really love to know have you ever had the problem were it cranks runs then immediately turns off cause my slk 320 has recently been doing that
Hi Daniel . I have not had that issue. Have you used a scan tool to check error / fault codes?
How do I get the rear spoiler?
Hi. I don’t believe it’s in production anymore . Where are you located ?
The headliner could be worse, how's the roof working?? Top Hydraulics are a good answer to "that" problem...
Hi it’s gotten worse since the car has been sitting 😅. Was going to do the top hydraulic route when I have time / can get to it.
hey what are your wheel measurements?
Hi they’re 18x8.5 +32 9.5 +40. If you’re looking for a set, feel free to hit us up 👍
@@M2Motoring Hey bro you still got the same wheels? Looking for a set
@@misterio7914 hi yes i do. please email info@m2-motoring.com thanks
Where did you get the accessories?
My company . Was there anything in particular you were looking for?
The brake light problem is probably not relay related. It is the infamous brake light connector gets too hot and burn out the connector contact. Its an easy fix, search how others have fix for brake light. In the US, MB has a recall to have the light cluster replaced. Check with MB service which maybe difference now as they all becomes independent service centre due to MB now just a manufacturer and distributor. I think it is a bad move for MB and customers confident will be affected.
Thank you for the insight. Will definitely look into it. It’s been like this for a long time but the cars been sitting for years so it’s not an immediate rush but now I want to start looking into making it a weekend car this needs to get done
Hello can you tell me the name of the alloy wheels ??
Hi Luka. They are rotiform rse wheels
What are those rims called
Hi they are rotiform rse’s
Thanks you for the video I'm looking at a slk Mercedes here in springhill and it looks great thanks you so much. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
You’re very welcome! Glad the video helped
I’m a 20 year old that just got me a 98 slk 230 with 130k miles on it in Maui. Transmission is slipping after 20 mph was wondering if that was limp mode? Got any ideas honestly don’t have enough to get it serviced. So let me know. Maybe a diagnostic tester? Not sure where I need to start. Mahalo.
I would definitely get a diagnostic tester and start from there. If you know anyone on the island with the star diagnostic system that would help pinpoint the issues / codes
@@M2Motoring thank you for replying, and not at the moment no. But may I ask for a link to the specific diagnostic tester needed? Much mahalos
@@hawaiianhippie4688 any of the ones you see on amazon would work for basic codes, but to really dig in through codes on mercedes having a star computer would be best bet. imho i think the basic code reader should be able to point you in the right direction.
Aloha, is your car black by any chance? There was a black one I had my eye on in Upcountry and I'm wondering if it's the same one. Also, you can take it to AutoZone in Kahului. They should be able to pull codes for you there.
whoa, is that a throwback m2 logo sticker on the front lip?
Yep it’s been on there for THAT long 😂
sweet looking mercedes you got there and sorry about your headliner on the mercedes
Thanks! Unfortunately it happens. Will get to it when I can
@@M2Motoring Drive the car with the top down and forget about the headliner problem. lol
@@pwong1434 LOL as much as i would like to, i still have to fix it.
That's a sweet looking SLK!!! 30,000 miles?! lucky you!!! I own a 2003 SLK 230 pretty much stock. I just put AMG 18" wheels. Looks good but i like the stance of your SLK. Would you mind sharing what you did. Did you do springs only or springs and shocks? I tried to search your videos for comments but I didn't see any. Would appreciate it very much if you can share that info. Thanks!! Just subscribed! Great video!
Louie. Thank you! It’s on lorinser springs and bilstein shocks. I do have a brand new set of brand new bc suspension lowering springs on the garage o can sell. If you go to the playlist to the series of videos for the slk, in a earlier video I go over everything done to the slk. Thanks for subscribing and lmk if you have any other questions 👍🏻
I own two slk 230 I fix them on my RUclips channel. I love these cars
Very cool! Same! It’s my favorite generation of Mercedes vehicles
You got another one?
hi im HLS i have the same car trying to find a kit like yours thanks for your time
Hi hence. Unfortunately I think the kit is discontinued . The kit is a reiger, but I may have access to a kit that’s clean and just as nice as well. Waiting on information and production availability
@@M2Motoring sweet sure hit me up I come to Vegas a lot
Make more SLK video problems
Will do! Have some ideas 💡
What should I check for if my kompressor runs but it just randomly won't start now
@@raf7angel did you check the battery first? also alternator or starter.
i just crashed mine pray for me in repairs
Hopefully it’s nothing significant. The main important thing is you’re ok 👍🏻
Oh nooo...what the heck!!
Yup sucks 🤦♂️
Brother you need to answer the other brothers question. Be nice mon
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my slk loves to cause me problems
Hopefully they get fixed 👍
El carro queremos ver no tus kejas😮
Y tu cámara sale muy abombada😮
English please? Google translate isn’t translating properly