2007 SLK55 AMG or 2008 SLK 350 (Facelift)

Twisted · 09-06-2008

I know this comes down to personal opinion but with the whack price of used vehicles lately and the weird vehicle market, i thought i'd ask this question.

Which would you take: a really low milege '07 55 AMG or a demo Facelift '08 350 with sports pack (not the US AMG style sportspack but the euro one with the back headliner, 6 doubler spoke wheels etc...)

On the one hand you've got a truly awesome V8 but on the other hand you've got the revised facelifted model with all the new gadgets upgraded engine but also you've got the depreciation hit on the newer demo model. (Combined with the fact that both come with the desired options)

So basically (for example) its one of these vs one of these

What are your opinions? Personally i'm really leaning toward the 55, only problem is there's not that many available here (used) as opposed to 350's and 200's.

**alroumi** · 09-06-2008

The SLK55.

**snowbyhui** · 09-06-2008

SLK55 without second thought

watsons · 09-06-2008

SLK55 of course...

**UK-C200** · 09-06-2008

Hmm, I'll be the odd one out and suggest the 350. I like the new electronics, and drove one of the facelifted 350's a month or so ago.

I love my current 350 - good combo of power with the options, etc that I wanted. The new engine does make a difference, and IMHO has a much more enjoyable power band. Combine this with "better" fuel economy and the upgraded electronics, and I think it's a winner.

Guess it's what you want at the end of the day - the difference between the pre-facelift and the post in the 350's is noticeable, but the power of the pre was more than enough for me.

Nena · 09-06-2008

I'd prefer the SLK55!

Twisted · 09-06-2008

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Originally Posted by UK-C200

Hmm, I'll be the odd one out and suggest the 350. I like the new electronics, and drove one of the facelifted 350's a month or so ago.

I love my current 350 - good combo of power with the options, etc that I wanted. The new engine does make a difference, and IMHO has a much more enjoyable power band. Combine this with "better" fuel economy and the upgraded electronics, and I think it's a winner.

Guess it's what you want at the end of the day - the difference between the pre-facelift and the post in the 350's is noticeable, but the power of the pre was more than enough for me.

Finally, someone who pointed out what i've been trying to say. I actually do love the 55 and i'm really considering it at this point. But the 350 combined with the facelift, new technology / electronics, better kW and km/l effeciancy, it does have its merits. Only downside with the demo 350 is because its newer it is more expensive and a bigger depreciation but that would have to be weighed up with the higher insurance costs of the 55 amg.

I love the 55 AMG but i love the facelifted 350 as well. If only i could get both! (Then i may as well get the facelifted 55 and be a winner all around

!)

**Ynot** · 09-06-2008

I prefer the styling of the 55 more than the facelift 350, now if it's the AMG styling 350 with manual, it might be a tougher choice, with what's given, I would definitely pick the 55.

The 350 does have it's advantage, it's more fuel efficiently, possibly cheaper to insure. Less expensive to maintain in the long run, rotors/pads, etc cost more on the 55. available in manual transmission (if you care).

**Duo-Art** · 09-06-2008

One question to ask yourself is, how often will you use the extra power of the SLK 55? Only you can answer that question. For me, living in a suburb of Chicago the 350 is fine.

**WhiteRabbit** · 09-06-2008

I went with a new 09 SLK 350. The improved electronics on the 09s, better gas mileage and improved handling tipped the balance for me. Plus, unlike many here, I really like the new look of the 09s.

Mighty Joe · 09-06-2008

The 55 is a bada$$ sports car for the money!

DansSlk · 09-06-2008

For the sake of a new COMAND i wouldn't buy a 08 350 over an 07 55, but then it also depends on your use.

I think buying a 55 or any high-performance sports car with no intent to ever stretch her leg's is cruel so if your only use would be for daily driving in a city for example i would then buy the 350.

**smoothbnzf4n4tc** · 09-06-2008

Would i ever give up the sound of that beautiful burbling v8 for the ability to connect my iPod?

HELL NO. Get the 55.

Twisted · 09-06-2008

Thanks guys for your opinions.

Without going off and starting another topic. I've got to ask what is this in the image. Can anyone clarify because i haven't seen this in real life before on a 55.

Is it gear change buttons and if it is, why would there be gear change buttons behind the steering wheel as well. If it's not what is it?

Addicted2Speed · 09-06-2008

Or you can buy my 2006 Kleemann 530hp SLK55 for around the same money. This car makes stock SLK55 feel like a Toyota Camry

mcat · 09-06-2008

If only to be used on the roads then the 350. The facelift is a lot better than the pre models inc the 55. There is only a handful of HP difference with the new v6 plus you have the throttle blipping. together with all the new goodies that now come standard I wouldn't think twice.

I had to make a similar choice when I got my second car. I was going to go for a 55 (both facelift) but after aback to back test drive I decided the extra £10k wasn't worth it.

**cruising n coasting** · 09-06-2008

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Originally Posted by mcat

I decided the extra £10k wasn't worth it.

That comment is gonna break a lot of hearts on this site. This thread should be called the SLK55 thread....UNTIL NOW!

**cruising n coasting** · 09-06-2008

Quote:

Originally Posted by Addicted2Speed

Or you can buy my 2006 Kleemann 530hp SLK55 for around the same money. This car makes stock SLK55 feel like a Toyota Camry

Where do you open it up around Miami? Ten years ago it was easy, but now it is HELL - even at 3am

**cruising n coasting** · 09-06-2008

Quote:

Originally Posted by Twisted

Thanks guys for your opinions.

Without going off and starting another topic. I've got to ask what is this in the image. Can anyone clarify because i haven't seen this in real life before on a 55.

Is it gear change buttons and if it is, why would there be gear change buttons behind the steering wheel as well. If it's not what is it?

I am also curious to know how many bottles of NOS you have in the trunk and what nozzle shot are you spraying 75, 100, 150???

DansSlk · 09-07-2008

Quote:

Originally Posted by Twisted

Thanks guys for your opinions.

Without going off and starting another topic. I've got to ask what is this in the image. Can anyone clarify because i haven't seen this in real life before on a 55.

Is it gear change buttons and if it is, why would there be gear change buttons behind the steering wheel as well. If it's not what is it?

Shift button marker plates + & -

09-06-2008	#1 (permalink)
Twisted Senior SLK World Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 169 Country: Thanks: 7 Thanked 33 Times in 17 Posts	2007 SLK55 AMG or 2008 SLK 350 (Facelift) I know this comes down to personal opinion but with the whack price of used vehicles lately and the weird vehicle market, i thought i'd ask this question. Which would you take: a really low milege '07 55 AMG or a demo Facelift '08 350 with sports pack (not the US AMG style sportspack but the euro one with the back headliner, 6 doubler spoke wheels etc...) On the one hand you've got a truly awesome V8 but on the other hand you've got the revised facelifted model with all the new gadgets upgraded engine but also you've got the depreciation hit on the newer demo model. (Combined with the fact that both come with the desired options) So basically (for example) its one of these vs one of these What are your opinions? Personally i'm really leaning toward the 55, only problem is there's not that many available here (used) as opposed to 350's and 200's.

09-06-2008	#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: 6,271 Country: Thanks: 288 Thanked 231 Times in 145 Posts	The SLK55. __________________ 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!

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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	I prefer the styling of the 55 more than the facelift 350, now if it's the AMG styling 350 with manual, it might be a tougher choice, with what's given, I would definitely pick the 55. The 350 does have it's advantage, it's more fuel efficiently, possibly cheaper to insure. Less expensive to maintain in the long run, rotors/pads, etc cost more on the 55. available in manual transmission (if you care). __________________ 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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WhiteRabbit Elite SLK World Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Arlington, VA Vehicle: 2009 SLK 350 Posts: 368 Country: Thanks: 80 Thanked 35 Times in 23 Posts	I went with a new 09 SLK 350. The improved electronics on the 09s, better gas mileage and improved handling tipped the balance for me. Plus, unlike many here, I really like the new look of the 09s. __________________ 2009 SLK 350, Arctic White, Gullwing Red, 7G Automatic, Premium PKG I, Lighting, Heating packages, Auto Climate Control, smartTop roof module v3.22, Clear side-marker lenses.

09-06-2008	#12 (permalink)
DansSlk Dude Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Wales Vehicle: 05 B55S (Brabus 6.1 S) Posts: 6,752 Country: Thanks: 96 Thanked 221 Times in 173 Posts	For the sake of a new COMAND i wouldn't buy a 08 350 over an 07 55, but then it also depends on your use. I think buying a 55 or any high-performance sports car with no intent to ever stretch her leg's is cruel so if your only use would be for daily driving in a city for example i would then buy the 350. __________________ One thing you will learn with German cars - If it's simple it ain't happening.

09-06-2008	#3 (permalink)
snowbyhui Senior SLK World Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Toronto, Canada Vehicle: 06 SLK55 Other Toys: Lexus 400h, Wii Posts: 199 Country: Thanks: 36 Thanked 43 Times in 23 Posts	SLK55 without second thought

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watsons Elite SLK World Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Hong Kong Vehicle: 2007 SLK280 Posts: 655 Country: Thanks: 9 Thanked 6 Times in 5 Posts	SLK55 of course...

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UK-C200 Elite SLK World Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: London, UK & Baton Rouge, Louisiana Vehicle: 04 RHD C200K Coupe, 06 LHD SLK-350 Other Toys: Nacra F18 Posts: 578 Country: Thanks: 38 Thanked 124 Times in 78 Posts	Hmm, I'll be the odd one out and suggest the 350. I like the new electronics, and drove one of the facelifted 350's a month or so ago. I love my current 350 - good combo of power with the options, etc that I wanted. The new engine does make a difference, and IMHO has a much more enjoyable power band. Combine this with "better" fuel economy and the upgraded electronics, and I think it's a winner. Guess it's what you want at the end of the day - the difference between the pre-facelift and the post in the 350's is noticeable, but the power of the pre was more than enough for me.

09-06-2008	#6 (permalink)
Nena SLK World Junior Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Cyprus Vehicle: SLK200 kompressor Posts: 7 Country: Thanks: 7 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	I'd prefer the SLK55!

09-06-2008	#9 (permalink)
Duo-Art Elite SLK World Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 544 Thanks: 0 Thanked 15 Times in 14 Posts	One question to ask yourself is, how often will you use the extra power of the SLK 55? Only you can answer that question. For me, living in a suburb of Chicago the 350 is fine.

09-06-2008	#11 (permalink)
Mighty Joe Senior SLK World Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Atlanta, Ga Vehicle: 2006 SLK55 AMG Posts: 120 Country: Thanks: 0 Thanked 6 Times in 6 Posts	The 55 is a bada$$ sports car for the money!

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smoothbnzf4n4tc Senior SLK World Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: USA Vehicle: 2009 Mars Red SLK55 Posts: 170 Country: Thanks: 12 Thanked 4 Times in 4 Posts	Would i ever give up the sound of that beautiful burbling v8 for the ability to connect my iPod? HELL NO. Get the 55.

09-06-2008	#14 (permalink)
Twisted Senior SLK World Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 169 Country: Thanks: 7 Thanked 33 Times in 17 Posts	Thanks guys for your opinions. Without going off and starting another topic. I've got to ask what is this in the image. Can anyone clarify because i haven't seen this in real life before on a 55. Is it gear change buttons and if it is, why would there be gear change buttons behind the steering wheel as well. If it's not what is it?

09-06-2008	#15 (permalink)
Addicted2Speed Elite SLK World Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Miami, FL Posts: 225 Country: Thanks: 0 Thanked 17 Times in 5 Posts	Or you can buy my 2006 Kleemann 530hp SLK55 for around the same money. This car makes stock SLK55 feel like a Toyota Camry

09-06-2008	#16 (permalink)
mcat Founding Member #3 Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Switzerland & UK Vehicle: 2006 SLK350 MT LHD & 2009 SLK350 7G RHD Posts: 274 Country: Thanks: 1 Thanked 4 Times in 4 Posts	If only to be used on the roads then the 350. The facelift is a lot better than the pre models inc the 55. There is only a handful of HP difference with the new v6 plus you have the throttle blipping. together with all the new goodies that now come standard I wouldn't think twice. I had to make a similar choice when I got my second car. I was going to go for a 55 (both facelift) but after aback to back test drive I decided the extra £10k wasn't worth it.

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