Highlights

Only 36,500 miles from new
Presented in immaculate condition for its age
Serviced at a Mercedes-Benz specialist in May 2023
ULEZ compliant
MOT valid until May 2025

The Appeal

Designed as a smaller, sportier counterpart to the R129 SL, the R170 SLK's stand-out feature was the electro-hydraulically operated folding hard top - a technology few manufacturers have been able to master before or since. This brilliant 'vario-roof' design meant the SLK could effortlessly transform from roadster to coupé in just 25 seconds at the mere touch of a button. Clever stuff. It's no wonder that it sold well.

This 2003 example is one of the last of the first-generation SLKs. As the 230 model, it features a 2.3-litre supercharged inline-four, harking back to the 'Kompressor' forced induction technology used by the firm during the 1930s.

Presented in immaculate original condition and showing just 36,500 miles on the clock, this SLK is among the nicest examples we've seen. Dry-stored and judiciously serviced, it's a compelling modern classic, and a ULEZ-compliant one at that. What a great choice for cruising around central London in the utmost comfort, style and sophistication.

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History and Paperwork

Post-2000 facelift
UK-supplied in RHD
36,500 miles
MOT valid until May 2025
Six services in total, with main dealers and independent marque specialists
Last service carried out in May 2023 at 34,200 miles at a Mercedes-Benz specialist
Previous service in August 2021 at 30,600 miles by the same specialist
Accompanied by its original service book, original book pack, and operating manuals
Six former registered keepers
present ownership since May 2023 according to DVLA records
Desirable registration 'A1 FOF' not included

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The Condition

Brilliant Silver Metallic (744U)
Anthracite Leather (211A)
Bird's Eye Maple Black/Anthracite interior trim
Highly original throughout and in superb order for its age; garage-stored during present ownership
We're informed that the roof operates correctly, with no known issues
Alloy wheels recently refurbished and all continue to present well
The vendor notes a few scratches on the body and chipping on the sides of the doors
Smart original interior; no notable creasing or wear on the seats in line with the ultra-low mileage
We're not informed of any known issues with the cabin systems/electrics

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The Mechanics

M111 2.3-litre supercharged inline-four petrol engine
Five-speed automatic gearbox
Smart engine compartment
We're informed that the SLK drives very well; light, fun and responsive out on the road

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