Considering 2005 SLK55 .. Issues/Problems?

**Driller** · 12-15-2006

I'm looking @ an 05 SLK55 and wondering if anyone knew of any problems/issues related to this MY. If anyone had a link to a Canadian 2005 SLK e-brochure or price card it would also be appreciated.

Thx

**Ynot** · 12-15-2006

Yes, ppl tend to suffer from SSS (Silly Smily Syndrome), they can't seem to wipe that smile off their face, it's sad really.

.

Seriously, the SLK55's been flawless, I've been around the forum for a long time and have not heard of any serious problems.

mbfanatics.com is a canadian MB site, you might want to check that out.

V8SLK · 12-15-2006

i absolutely love mine! other than SSS, the only issue i have had was when my spoiler came loose. no problems getting it replaced by the dealer and installation was perfect.

unless you can get a black series, 030 package or an sl65 i don't think you'll find a mercedes that is more fun to drive.

**DesignoSLK** · 12-16-2006

Quote:

Originally Posted by V8SLK

unless you can get a black series, 030 package or an sl65 i don't think you'll find a mercedes that is more fun to drive.

...no bias here, aye Scott?

**alroumi** · 12-16-2006

I have to say the SLK is the funnest Mercedes lineup, Next up is the G55K AMG

V8SLK · 12-17-2006

Quote:

Originally Posted by DesignoSLK

...no bias here, aye Scott?

maybe a little....

steve-p · 12-18-2006

I've had two warranty jobs done already in 6,200 miles. The first one was failure of the SRS system, which was a known problem and therefore not unique. The second one was when the high level brakelight just came apart one day and was sticking out on one side. It needed a replacement light, again the dealer was aware of similar problems. Just recently I've had the occasional ESP/ABS failure warning on starting the car, although it clears in a few seconds. Looks like I might be heading for the third warranty job. While I love the car, and the dealer has been superb in fixing things quickly and without fuss, I could do without the extra visits to the dealer TBH.

**FishtailnZ** · 12-18-2006

Aprx 10k km and no problems with the car itself. I did have a front tire replaced under warranty (bulge in sidewall), but that's Pirelli's fault, not the SLK's.

*easty* · 12-18-2006

Awesome car.. I've really used mine. Done 25 track days in a year and plenty of long journey's, recent was a 2800mile round trip Dallas-atlanta stopping in NO on the way back.

I've cooked the transmission once on a 104f/40C+ track day which required the replacement of the torque converter, but to be honest that was an excessive day.

**Driller** · 12-19-2006

Thanks for the input. Looks like a pretty safe bet so I did the deal and I should have my '05 55 either late next week or in the new year. It's Alabaster white with red/black interior. Now I just have to find winter tires & rims!

Can't Wait!!

**etyu** · 12-19-2006

Congratulations Driller! Do post some piccies when you get the SLK 55. Awesome Dude.

**FishtailnZ** · 12-19-2006

That's a unique colour combo - congrats and post pics soon as you can!

**alroumi** · 12-20-2006

Quote:

Originally Posted by Driller

Thanks for the input. Looks like a pretty safe bet so I did the deal and I should have my '05 55 either late next week or in the new year. It's Alabaster white with red/black interior. Now I just have to find winter tires & rims!

Can't Wait!!

Congrats, I hope you enjoy it, thats a very unique combination.

12-15-2006	#1 (permalink)
Driller SLK World Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Calgary, Alberta Vehicle: 2005 SLK 55 Posts: 88 Country: Thanks: 2 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Considering 2005 SLK55 .. Issues/Problems? I'm looking @ an 05 SLK55 and wondering if anyone knew of any problems/issues related to this MY. If anyone had a link to a Canadian 2005 SLK e-brochure or price card it would also be appreciated. Thx

12-15-2006	#2 (permalink)
Ynot Founding Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Colorado Vehicle: 06' MBZ SLK Posts: 2,795 Country: Thanks: 135 Thanked 35 Times in 30 Posts	Yes, ppl tend to suffer from SSS (Silly Smily Syndrome), they can't seem to wipe that smile off their face, it's sad really. . Seriously, the SLK55's been flawless, I've been around the forum for a long time and have not heard of any serious problems. mbfanatics.com is a canadian MB site, you might want to check that out. __________________ 06' SLK 350, Iridium/Ash all pkgs. 6-spd, 19" DCR. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 5 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 5 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 5 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 5 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.

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12-18-2006	#8 (permalink)
FishtailnZ Don't feed the trolls... Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Nfld., Canada Other Toys: Wife, kids, dogs... Posts: 1,490 Country: Thanks: 285 Thanked 211 Times in 94 Posts	Aprx 10k km and no problems with the car itself. I did have a front tire replaced under warranty (bulge in sidewall), but that's Pirelli's fault, not the SLK's. __________________ - Bill Waiting on a 2009 C63 Opal Fire Red/Alpaca Grey R.I.P. 2006 SLK55 Caspian Blue/Beige Stock 1/4 mile results: ET 12.72, trap 110.80, 60' 1.80 Some guys they just give up living and start dying little by little, piece by piece. Some guys come home from work and wash up and go racin' in the street... - B. Springsteen

12-18-2006	#9 (permalink)
easty Moderator Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Montreal Vehicle: ///AMG Posts: 2,075 Country: Thanks: 17 Thanked 19 Times in 9 Posts	Awesome car.. I've really used mine. Done 25 track days in a year and plenty of long journey's, recent was a 2800mile round trip Dallas-atlanta stopping in NO on the way back. I've cooked the transmission once on a 104f/40C+ track day which required the replacement of the torque converter, but to be honest that was an excessive day. __________________ "I'm not a roman mum, I'm a kike, a yid, a heebie, a hook-nose, I'm kosher mum, I'm a Red Sea pedestrian, and proud of it!" Life of Brian To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 5 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 5 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.

12-15-2006	#3 (permalink)
V8SLK Elite SLK World Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Home of the brave Vehicle: 05 SLK55 AMG Posts: 1,071 Country: Thanks: 40 Thanked 48 Times in 26 Posts	i absolutely love mine! other than SSS, the only issue i have had was when my spoiler came loose. no problems getting it replaced by the dealer and installation was perfect. unless you can get a black series, 030 package or an sl65 i don't think you'll find a mercedes that is more fun to drive.

12-18-2006	#7 (permalink)
steve-p Senior SLK World Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Newbury, UK Vehicle: SLK55 AMG Other Toys: '65 Mustang Fastback with 302ci HiPo engine Posts: 188 Country: Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	I've had two warranty jobs done already in 6,200 miles. The first one was failure of the SRS system, which was a known problem and therefore not unique. The second one was when the high level brakelight just came apart one day and was sticking out on one side. It needed a replacement light, again the dealer was aware of similar problems. Just recently I've had the occasional ESP/ABS failure warning on starting the car, although it clears in a few seconds. Looks like I might be heading for the third warranty job. While I love the car, and the dealer has been superb in fixing things quickly and without fuss, I could do without the extra visits to the dealer TBH.

12-19-2006	#10 (permalink)
Driller SLK World Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Calgary, Alberta Vehicle: 2005 SLK 55 Posts: 88 Country: Thanks: 2 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Done Deal! Thanks for the input. Looks like a pretty safe bet so I did the deal and I should have my '05 55 either late next week or in the new year. It's Alabaster white with red/black interior. Now I just have to find winter tires & rims! Can't Wait!!

12-19-2006	#11 (permalink)
etyu Founding Member #2 / Ambassador Of Good Will Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Orange County, CA Vehicle: 2008 SLK 55 Posts: 5,279 Country: Thanks: 376 Thanked 277 Times in 168 Posts	Congratulations Driller! Do post some piccies when you get the SLK 55. Awesome Dude. __________________ *Eddy* To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 5 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. Pewter/Beige, PIII package, Airscarf, Hands-Free Communication System, Lighting package Designo Black Leather Cover on e-brake handle, ( To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 5 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. Bill T), SmartTop v1.0, Kleyman 3BFM (NoRegret Custom), Green Air Filters, *Mod. R170 ant.*, EuroClear sidemarkers w/PIAA PlasmaIon lamps, chromed front & rear turn indicator lamps, PIAA SuperPlasmaGTX front parking lamps, bilateral rear fog lamps enabled.

12-19-2006	#12 (permalink)
FishtailnZ Don't feed the trolls... Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Nfld., Canada Other Toys: Wife, kids, dogs... Posts: 1,490 Country: Thanks: 285 Thanked 211 Times in 94 Posts	That's a unique colour combo - congrats and post pics soon as you can! __________________ - Bill Waiting on a 2009 C63 Opal Fire Red/Alpaca Grey R.I.P. 2006 SLK55 Caspian Blue/Beige Stock 1/4 mile results: ET 12.72, trap 110.80, 60' 1.80 Some guys they just give up living and start dying little by little, piece by piece. Some guys come home from work and wash up and go racin' in the street... - B. Springsteen

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