Introduction, and a simple question

jd320 · 04-17-2008

Hello. I'm Josh, and I'm new to the forum. I own a 2004 SLK, black w/ black interior. I'm totally new to Mercedes, and am very happy to have purchased my vehicle! A question -- I wish to do some style 'upgrades' to the vehicle. Any suggestions as to what modifications are good (and what cheesy modifications to avoid), and also where I can purchase the goods?

Glad to be here!
Josh

**alroumi** · 04-17-2008

Congratulations Josh and welcome to the forum, were glad to have you here. Since you have the R171 I'd go for a nice set of wheels with lowering springs, Sport grille ala SLK32 Style and trunk lid spoiler.

jd320 · 04-17-2008

Actually, it seems that the 2004 slk320 is based on the r170. Or am I wrong? Actually I just looked it up, and I believe there's both. I'm one of the ones with the r170. So... what can I do, inside and out, to make this a 'cooler' vehicle? I'm anxious to hear.... I'm new to this so if I try on my own it will end up looking like something out of a circus!

Thanks.

**alroumi** · 04-17-2008

Yes its the R170, you should checkwebsites such as formymercedes.com for parts and accessories and gmpperformance.com

PAPA · 04-17-2008

Loads of stuff for the r170, New stuff every month really.

A few diff types of front lights few diff rear lights, Loads of diff grills, 18" wheels are a huge upgrade to the look.

I think less is more on the 170, So some wheels a grill your side markers and your done, Now if your still not quite happy enough, Then lower it, Maybe front projecter lights ( if you have hids you will lose them ) led rears.

To much stuff to list, Any questions feel free to drop me a PM or post and I will go through what I can with you.

Post a photo of your car, So we have an idea of colour and such, And maybe throw some ideas at you.

And what type of look are you going for...... Mean, pritty, bling ?

jd320 · 04-17-2008

Addendum - If you were to buy some chrome for the outside, ie. chrome door handles or chrome light trim, would you suggest going all out with the chrome, buying multiple chrome enhancements for the outside of the vehicle, or would you suggest keeping it conservative, and only buying a few items? Would you suggest avoiding the chrome altogether for the black on black slk320?

Thanks yet again
J

**ir-ops** · 04-17-2008

welcome aboard and enjoy the ride!
black on black is my fav, congrats...

brgds
ir-ops

PAPA · 04-17-2008

NO please no flick on chrome bits. You will make me cry.

It does not need them, If anything I would lose the chrome slk320 badge to make the back clean.

Us euro's love the clean look.

**ir-ops** · 04-17-2008

Quote:

Originally Posted by PAPA

NO please no flick on chrome bits. You will make me cry.
It does not need them, If anything I would lose the chrome slk320 badge to make the back clean.
Us euro's love the clean look.

x 2

brgds
ir-ops

**alroumi** · 04-18-2008

Quote:

Originally Posted by PAPA

NO please no flick on chrome bits. You will make me cry.

It does not need them, If anything I would lose the chrome slk320 badge to make the back clean.

Us euro's love the clean look.

Leave the chrome for Mercedes-benz germany to decide what and where to use it, a mercedes that is overly chromed is ugly.

jd320 · 04-18-2008

Ok -- so no chrome outside. Should I leave the original wheels? Should I put any chrome on the inside? Also, what about those adhesive based mods (like a spoiler)? Are they durable and decent?

**alroumi** · 04-18-2008

The spoilers are durable and decent, they add a nice sporty touch to the cars exterior.

jd320 · 04-18-2008

Thanks. The current inventory I'm thinking about purchasing: aluminum door pins, 'mercedes benz' blue backlit door sills, low profile spoiler, LED tail lights (if I can find any at a good price), a new head unit, possibly KUDA mount for GPS, possibly some minor ground effects (but I'm probably a little too old for that.) Also, what about changing the instrument panel backlighting? Possible?

**alroumi** · 04-18-2008

Yes I think you can change it, there was a website going on the name of matrix.de if memory serves me right. It used to provide many mercedes parts and so are performanceproducts.com and amgkit.com

jd320 · 04-18-2008

You guys are all very helpful. Thanks!!

PAPA · 04-18-2008

Like I said less is more on the slk, New wheels are a big change, And really updates the car, The led rears are very pritty, But hold off for a few weeks, peeps I know have them, so lets wait and see what they think first.

The cluster thing can be done, But Meh its ok, the crossfire clock face fits, its black.

If I were you I would do the trim bits you have talked about, And a new set of 18" and see how you feel about it then. If you still feel you need more, add some, But a overdone car can look random, Add a little at a time.

**snowbyhui** · 04-18-2008

Congratulation on the SLK! I agree with the black on black clean " black" look. The only thing I will change to chrome will be the roll bar. I think it will look very nice on a black SLK.

PAPA · 04-18-2008

Yeap very true chrome roll bars are pritty on a black car.

DesignoSLK · 04-19-2008

Welcome to SLKWorld Josh!!

Get a roof module and a wind deflector for sure!!

www.simpleroof.de

www.windrestrictor.com (site supporter)

Also, please update your location and such.

Enjoy your stay!!

shonaslk · 06-16-2008

Quote:

Originally Posted by PAPA

NO please no flick on chrome bits. You will make me cry.

It does not need them, If anything I would lose the chrome slk320 badge to make the back clean.

Us euro's love the clean look.

Hi
I'm new too!
Just bought a Magma red 320, and am soooooo pleased! Despite that I have a warning light on...

I have no badges on the back of mine - has someone taken them off, or would it have come blank?
Thanks

Shona

04-17-2008	#1 (permalink)
jd320 SLK World Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Kansas, United States Vehicle: 2004 SLK320 black on black Posts: 8 Country: Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Introduction, and a simple question Hello. I'm Josh, and I'm new to the forum. I own a 2004 SLK, black w/ black interior. I'm totally new to Mercedes, and am very happy to have purchased my vehicle! A question -- I wish to do some style 'upgrades' to the vehicle. Any suggestions as to what modifications are good (and what cheesy modifications to avoid), and also where I can purchase the goods? Glad to be here! Josh
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04-17-2008	#2 (permalink)
alroumi Moderator Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Kuwait City, Kuwait Vehicle: 2006 Kleemann Designo Mocha Black SLK55 AMG Other Toys: 2007 Ebony Jaguar XKR Coupe' and 06 Black Cayenne S Posts: 6,016 Country: Thanks: 229 Thanked 156 Times in 94 Posts	Congratulations Josh and welcome to the forum, were glad to have you here. Since you have the R171 I'd go for a nice set of wheels with lowering springs, Sport grille ala SLK32 Style and trunk lid spoiler. __________________ 06 Kleemann Designo Mocha Black SLK55 AMG 06 Porsche Cayenne S 07 Jaguar XKR Coupe' I use the Torque and keep the HP for my Steak Sauce!

04-17-2008	#4 (permalink)
alroumi Moderator Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Kuwait City, Kuwait Vehicle: 2006 Kleemann Designo Mocha Black SLK55 AMG Other Toys: 2007 Ebony Jaguar XKR Coupe' and 06 Black Cayenne S Posts: 6,016 Country: Thanks: 229 Thanked 156 Times in 94 Posts	Yes its the R170, you should checkwebsites such as formymercedes.com for parts and accessories and gmpperformance.com __________________ 06 Kleemann Designo Mocha Black SLK55 AMG 06 Porsche Cayenne S 07 Jaguar XKR Coupe' I use the Torque and keep the HP for my Steak Sauce!

04-18-2008	#12 (permalink)
alroumi Moderator Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Kuwait City, Kuwait Vehicle: 2006 Kleemann Designo Mocha Black SLK55 AMG Other Toys: 2007 Ebony Jaguar XKR Coupe' and 06 Black Cayenne S Posts: 6,016 Country: Thanks: 229 Thanked 156 Times in 94 Posts	The spoilers are durable and decent, they add a nice sporty touch to the cars exterior. __________________ 06 Kleemann Designo Mocha Black SLK55 AMG 06 Porsche Cayenne S 07 Jaguar XKR Coupe' I use the Torque and keep the HP for my Steak Sauce!

04-18-2008	#14 (permalink)
alroumi Moderator Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Kuwait City, Kuwait Vehicle: 2006 Kleemann Designo Mocha Black SLK55 AMG Other Toys: 2007 Ebony Jaguar XKR Coupe' and 06 Black Cayenne S Posts: 6,016 Country: Thanks: 229 Thanked 156 Times in 94 Posts	Yes I think you can change it, there was a website going on the name of matrix.de if memory serves me right. It used to provide many mercedes parts and so are performanceproducts.com and amgkit.com __________________ 06 Kleemann Designo Mocha Black SLK55 AMG 06 Porsche Cayenne S 07 Jaguar XKR Coupe' I use the Torque and keep the HP for my Steak Sauce!

04-17-2008	#3 (permalink)
jd320 SLK World Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Kansas, United States Vehicle: 2004 SLK320 black on black Posts: 8 Country: Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Actually, it seems that the 2004 slk320 is based on the r170. Or am I wrong? Actually I just looked it up, and I believe there's both. I'm one of the ones with the r170. So... what can I do, inside and out, to make this a 'cooler' vehicle? I'm anxious to hear.... I'm new to this so if I try on my own it will end up looking like something out of a circus! Thanks.

04-17-2008	#5 (permalink)
PAPA SLK World Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Gwent Vehicle: slk 320 Posts: 70 Country: Thanks: 1 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	Loads of stuff for the r170, New stuff every month really. A few diff types of front lights few diff rear lights, Loads of diff grills, 18" wheels are a huge upgrade to the look. I think less is more on the 170, So some wheels a grill your side markers and your done, Now if your still not quite happy enough, Then lower it, Maybe front projecter lights ( if you have hids you will lose them ) led rears. To much stuff to list, Any questions feel free to drop me a PM or post and I will go through what I can with you. Post a photo of your car, So we have an idea of colour and such, And maybe throw some ideas at you. And what type of look are you going for...... Mean, pritty, bling ?

04-17-2008	#6 (permalink)
jd320 SLK World Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Kansas, United States Vehicle: 2004 SLK320 black on black Posts: 8 Country: Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Addendum - If you were to buy some chrome for the outside, ie. chrome door handles or chrome light trim, would you suggest going all out with the chrome, buying multiple chrome enhancements for the outside of the vehicle, or would you suggest keeping it conservative, and only buying a few items? Would you suggest avoiding the chrome altogether for the black on black slk320? Thanks yet again J

04-17-2008	#7 (permalink)
ir-ops Lifetime SLK World Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Athens, Greece Vehicle: happy owner of a black on black R171 200K Sport since 07 July 08 Posts: 540 Country: Thanks: 149 Thanked 57 Times in 34 Posts	welcome aboard and enjoy the ride! black on black is my fav, congrats... brgds ir-ops

04-17-2008	#8 (permalink)
PAPA SLK World Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Gwent Vehicle: slk 320 Posts: 70 Country: Thanks: 1 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	NO please no flick on chrome bits. You will make me cry. It does not need them, If anything I would lose the chrome slk320 badge to make the back clean. Us euro's love the clean look.

04-18-2008	#11 (permalink)
jd320 SLK World Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Kansas, United States Vehicle: 2004 SLK320 black on black Posts: 8 Country: Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Ok -- so no chrome outside. Should I leave the original wheels? Should I put any chrome on the inside? Also, what about those adhesive based mods (like a spoiler)? Are they durable and decent?

04-18-2008	#13 (permalink)
jd320 SLK World Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Kansas, United States Vehicle: 2004 SLK320 black on black Posts: 8 Country: Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Thanks. The current inventory I'm thinking about purchasing: aluminum door pins, 'mercedes benz' blue backlit door sills, low profile spoiler, LED tail lights (if I can find any at a good price), a new head unit, possibly KUDA mount for GPS, possibly some minor ground effects (but I'm probably a little too old for that.) Also, what about changing the instrument panel backlighting? Possible?

04-18-2008	#15 (permalink)
jd320 SLK World Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Kansas, United States Vehicle: 2004 SLK320 black on black Posts: 8 Country: Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	You guys are all very helpful. Thanks!!

04-18-2008	#16 (permalink)
PAPA SLK World Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Gwent Vehicle: slk 320 Posts: 70 Country: Thanks: 1 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	Like I said less is more on the slk, New wheels are a big change, And really updates the car, The led rears are very pritty, But hold off for a few weeks, peeps I know have them, so lets wait and see what they think first. The cluster thing can be done, But Meh its ok, the crossfire clock face fits, its black. If I were you I would do the trim bits you have talked about, And a new set of 18" and see how you feel about it then. If you still feel you need more, add some, But a overdone car can look random, Add a little at a time.

04-18-2008	#17 (permalink)
snowbyhui Senior SLK World Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Toronto, Canada Vehicle: 06 SLK55 Other Toys: Lexus 400h, Wii Posts: 150 Country: Thanks: 21 Thanked 19 Times in 10 Posts	Congratulation on the SLK! I agree with the black on black clean " black" look. The only thing I will change to chrome will be the roll bar. I think it will look very nice on a black SLK.

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04-18-2008	#18 (permalink)
PAPA SLK World Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Gwent Vehicle: slk 320 Posts: 70 Country: Thanks: 1 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	Yeap very true chrome roll bars are pritty on a black car.

04-19-2008	#19 (permalink)
DesignoSLK Elite SLK World Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Kaiserslautern, Germany Vehicle: 2000 Designo SLK230 Posts: 1,639 Country: Thanks: 85 Thanked 17 Times in 12 Posts	Welcome to SLKWorld Josh!! Get a roof module and a wind deflector for sure!! www.simpleroof.de www.windrestrictor.com (site supporter) Also, please update your location and such. Enjoy your stay!!