Just Passed 40000 Miles!

**jbanks15** · 08-27-2007

This weekend I just clicked over 40000 miles. Took me 27 fun filled months. Along the way I have had only minor issues. (Knock on wood).

In no particular order:

1.Center console glove box would not unlock (replaced bottom part of console).
2. Trunk rattle (adjusted myself after Mercedes Benz could not fix).
3. Hood and fenders repaired/repainted and windshield replaced after rock shower ($2000 by insurance).
4. 1 dead battery (at 2 year mark, replaced warranty)
5. oil change approx every 3k.
6. check engine light twice (gas cap, temp sensor)
7. tach revs and car no go (adaptive learning reset)
8. small ding put in by myself (paintless dent removal $125)
9.new tires (originals went at 19000, just put 2 new on rear at 39000)
10. charcoal cannister shut off valve (replaced cannister)
11. side mirror cracked (replaced under warranty)

**-1-** · 08-27-2007

JB, CONGRATULATIONS! Other than VitaminT, no one else can claim so many fun miles. Minor annoyances, nothing serious. So many 2005-2007 SLKs have low mileage. For others, get the most out of your SLK, drive it and enjoy it.

**etyu** · 08-27-2007

Congratulations jbanks15!

Keep on drivin'

**etyu** · 08-27-2007

Quote:

Originally Posted by -1-

JB, CONGRATULATIONS! Other than VitaminT, no one else can claim so many fun miles. Minor annoyances, nothing serious. So many 2005-2007 SLKs have low mileage. For others, get the most out of your SLK, drive it and enjoy it.

I wonder how many miles Vitamin T has on the SLK as of today? how many months of ownership? any issues - minor or major with the R171?

Just curious.

**jbanks15** · 08-27-2007

thanks -1- and etyu!

**Ynot** · 08-27-2007

Congrats, it's nice to be able to drive the SLK everyday.

nmslk · 08-27-2007

My slk has over 46k miles on her. Only 3k have had me behind the wheel with many more fun miles expected.

-Michael

**jbanks15** · 08-27-2007

thanks ynot!

nmslk, so you really only have 3k! rookie!

!

Baron7700 · 08-27-2007

i have 20,002 miles on my slk350 right now! with ALL them being me! woot. Yes it is my everyday, but i am frugal with it in the winter.

I also personally have about 300 miles on my fathers old 170 when the car first came out. (I wasnt driving age!

)

MarkR171 · 08-27-2007

I've had my SLK for 2 months and a few days, already nearing 5000 miles. Won't be long until I catch up

VitaminT · 08-27-2007

As of current 43447. Tomorrow it will be more as I have to go to work. I think it had just a tick under 38795k when I got it.

Hmm problems so far.

1. I think the original owner had to have one of the mirrors replaced, repaired under warranty
2. MAFs took a poo when I punched it and jumped in front of a dump truck...yay for excitement in your day, repaired under warranty and got a free c230sport loaner
3. rattle under steering column, repaired under warranty and got a free c230sport loaner
4. unlock button on key was cracking, replaced under warranty and got a free c230sport loaner and got to keep the old key
5. Still have a rattle but haven't spent the time to find it, dealer said it was normal but I am not sure it was making it when they drove it (maybe they couldn't hear it over the exhaust at full throttle...nah surely they would treat my car with respect)
6. Adjust passenger side window..had a wider gap between it and the 1/4 glass and made wind noise.

So see, mostly petty things. I drive my car everyday/everywhere as it is my only means of transportation and I love it. Exactly what I wanted, sporty, eye catching, 2 seater, non-crappy softtop but still vert, and livable for the daily grind. Plus that noise it makes is nice and it gets 20mpg.

Tslick · 08-27-2007

I wonder how many miles easty has on his 55.

Baron7700 · 08-28-2007

Where IS Easty?

Quote:

Originally Posted by MarkR171

I've had my SLK for 2 months and a few days, already nearing 5000 miles. Won't be long until I catch up

Mark i put 11k miles in the first six months ive had my car. Ive since slowed down, and started being smart and not driving it when i have too.

*i.e running into town for 2 secs, when there are other cars available in the driveway* etc

**etyu** · 08-28-2007

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tslick

I wonder how many miles easty has on his 55.

My guess is between 80 to 85K.

**-1-** · 08-28-2007

Classify me as a part time SLK driver. My used SLK 55 had 4811 miles when I purchased it this past March. It now has just over 6300, which is an average of 300 miles per month. I seldom drive it to work due to parking concerns. I do drive it locally on weekends when the weather is good. I never intended it to be a daily driver. I have other cars for normal daily use.

**alroumi** · 08-28-2007

congrats enjoy the many flawless miles to come

**jbanks15** · 08-28-2007

Thanks Alroumi

VitaminT · 08-28-2007

I do think I would appreciate my SLK more if I didn't drive it everyday. I just seem to get used to it so it is not as special to me. A while back when I drove the C230 loaner for about two weeks it was wild getting back in my car. Wish I could afford to get a little used Acura TSX for a daily driver and only drive the SLK on special days and weekends.

08-27-2007	#1 (permalink)
jbanks15 Founding Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Valrico, Florida Vehicle: 2009 SLK 55 AMG Posts: 684 Country: Thanks: 8 Thanked 40 Times in 29 Posts	Just Passed 40000 Miles! This weekend I just clicked over 40000 miles. Took me 27 fun filled months. Along the way I have had only minor issues. (Knock on wood). In no particular order: 1.Center console glove box would not unlock (replaced bottom part of console). 2. Trunk rattle (adjusted myself after Mercedes Benz could not fix). 3. Hood and fenders repaired/repainted and windshield replaced after rock shower ($2000 by insurance). 4. 1 dead battery (at 2 year mark, replaced warranty) 5. oil change approx every 3k. 6. check engine light twice (gas cap, temp sensor) 7. tach revs and car no go (adaptive learning reset) 8. small ding put in by myself (paintless dent removal $125) 9.new tires (originals went at 19000, just put 2 new on rear at 39000) 10. charcoal cannister shut off valve (replaced cannister) 11. side mirror cracked (replaced under warranty) __________________ Jeff 2009 SLK 55 AMG Black/Black Premium 1, Multimedia, Lighting packages Clearshield Protective Film OEM MB Plexiglass Windscreen Eurolight Clear Side Markers Smarttop version 3.22 Kleyman 3rd Brake Light Flashing/Strobing Module V1.5 (Noregrets Custom Works)

08-27-2007	#2 (permalink)
-1- Don Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Virginia USA Vehicle: SLK 55 ///AMG The MON55TER on the block Posts: 2,226 Country: Thanks: 54 Thanked 57 Times in 41 Posts	JB, CONGRATULATIONS! Other than VitaminT, no one else can claim so many fun miles. Minor annoyances, nothing serious. So many 2005-2007 SLKs have low mileage. For others, get the most out of your SLK, drive it and enjoy it. __________________ To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 5 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. *----------------1-----------------* --------SLK 55 ///AMG--------- THE MON55TER ON THE BLOCK

08-27-2007	#3 (permalink)
etyu Founding Member #2 / Ambassador Of Good Will Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Orange County, CA Vehicle: 2008 SLK 55 Posts: 5,280 Country: Thanks: 377 Thanked 277 Times in 168 Posts	Congratulations jbanks15! Keep on drivin' __________________ *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.

08-27-2007	#5 (permalink)
jbanks15 Founding Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Valrico, Florida Vehicle: 2009 SLK 55 AMG Posts: 684 Country: Thanks: 8 Thanked 40 Times in 29 Posts	thanks -1- and etyu! __________________ Jeff 2009 SLK 55 AMG Black/Black Premium 1, Multimedia, Lighting packages Clearshield Protective Film OEM MB Plexiglass Windscreen Eurolight Clear Side Markers Smarttop version 3.22 Kleyman 3rd Brake Light Flashing/Strobing Module V1.5 (Noregrets Custom Works)

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08-27-2007	#7 (permalink)
nmslk Elite SLK World Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Minneapolis, MN Vehicle: '05 SLK55 Posts: 207 Country: Thanks: 1 Thanked 9 Times in 7 Posts	My slk has over 46k miles on her. Only 3k have had me behind the wheel with many more fun miles expected. -Michael

08-27-2007	#8 (permalink)
jbanks15 Founding Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Valrico, Florida Vehicle: 2009 SLK 55 AMG Posts: 684 Country: Thanks: 8 Thanked 40 Times in 29 Posts	thanks ynot! nmslk, so you really only have 3k! rookie! ! __________________ Jeff 2009 SLK 55 AMG Black/Black Premium 1, Multimedia, Lighting packages Clearshield Protective Film OEM MB Plexiglass Windscreen Eurolight Clear Side Markers Smarttop version 3.22 Kleyman 3rd Brake Light Flashing/Strobing Module V1.5 (Noregrets Custom Works)

08-27-2007	#9 (permalink)
Baron7700 Elite SLK World Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Pennyslvania Vehicle: 2006 Slk 350 Other Toys: Lots of ATV's Posts: 1,599 Country: Thanks: 3 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts	i have 20,002 miles on my slk350 right now! with ALL them being me! woot. Yes it is my everyday, but i am frugal with it in the winter. I also personally have about 300 miles on my fathers old 170 when the car first came out. (I wasnt driving age! )

08-27-2007	#10 (permalink)
MarkR171 Elite SLK World Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Honolulu, Hawaii Vehicle: '07 SLK280 Posts: 210 Country: Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	I've had my SLK for 2 months and a few days, already nearing 5000 miles. Won't be long until I catch up

08-27-2007	#11 (permalink)
VitaminT Elite SLK World Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Alabama Vehicle: 2005 SLK55 Posts: 361 Country: Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	As of current 43447. Tomorrow it will be more as I have to go to work. I think it had just a tick under 38795k when I got it. Hmm problems so far. 1. I think the original owner had to have one of the mirrors replaced, repaired under warranty 2. MAFs took a poo when I punched it and jumped in front of a dump truck...yay for excitement in your day, repaired under warranty and got a free c230sport loaner 3. rattle under steering column, repaired under warranty and got a free c230sport loaner 4. unlock button on key was cracking, replaced under warranty and got a free c230sport loaner and got to keep the old key 5. Still have a rattle but haven't spent the time to find it, dealer said it was normal but I am not sure it was making it when they drove it (maybe they couldn't hear it over the exhaust at full throttle...nah surely they would treat my car with respect) 6. Adjust passenger side window..had a wider gap between it and the 1/4 glass and made wind noise. So see, mostly petty things. I drive my car everyday/everywhere as it is my only means of transportation and I love it. Exactly what I wanted, sporty, eye catching, 2 seater, non-crappy softtop but still vert, and livable for the daily grind. Plus that noise it makes is nice and it gets 20mpg.

08-27-2007	#12 (permalink)
Tslick Elite SLK World Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Long Beach, Ca Vehicle: SLK32 AMG Posts: 1,326 Country: Thanks: 74 Thanked 56 Times in 29 Posts	I wonder how many miles easty has on his 55.

08-28-2007	#15 (permalink)
-1- Don Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Virginia USA Vehicle: SLK 55 ///AMG The MON55TER on the block Posts: 2,226 Country: Thanks: 54 Thanked 57 Times in 41 Posts	Classify me as a part time SLK driver. My used SLK 55 had 4811 miles when I purchased it this past March. It now has just over 6300, which is an average of 300 miles per month. I seldom drive it to work due to parking concerns. I do drive it locally on weekends when the weather is good. I never intended it to be a daily driver. I have other cars for normal daily use. __________________ To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 5 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. *----------------1-----------------* --------SLK 55 ///AMG--------- THE MON55TER ON THE BLOCK

08-28-2007	#16 (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: 6,271 Country: Thanks: 288 Thanked 231 Times in 145 Posts	congrats enjoy the many flawless miles to come __________________ 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!

08-28-2007	#17 (permalink)
jbanks15 Founding Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Valrico, Florida Vehicle: 2009 SLK 55 AMG Posts: 684 Country: Thanks: 8 Thanked 40 Times in 29 Posts	Thanks Alroumi __________________ Jeff 2009 SLK 55 AMG Black/Black Premium 1, Multimedia, Lighting packages Clearshield Protective Film OEM MB Plexiglass Windscreen Eurolight Clear Side Markers Smarttop version 3.22 Kleyman 3rd Brake Light Flashing/Strobing Module V1.5 (Noregrets Custom Works)

08-28-2007	#18 (permalink)
VitaminT Elite SLK World Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Alabama Vehicle: 2005 SLK55 Posts: 361 Country: Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	I do think I would appreciate my SLK more if I didn't drive it everyday. I just seem to get used to it so it is not as special to me. A while back when I drove the C230 loaner for about two weeks it was wild getting back in my car. Wish I could afford to get a little used Acura TSX for a daily driver and only drive the SLK on special days and weekends.

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