Hey everyone, first post here...

I'm interested in purchasing a mercedes and I thought the best place to get some information would be here, from the pros.

Anyways, I'm looking at purchasing a 1998 SLK230 Kompressor (I'm on a limited budget) with 47k miles for about $15,000.

Basically, what I'm wanting to know is how reliable is this car? I absolutely LOVE the body style and interior. It looks gorgeous. However, is it going to hold up? How many miles will it run for (on average?). Are there any problems once you hit certain miles (Transmission at 100, lights at 80, etc)?

The reason I'm wondering is because I currently drive a 1998 Land Rover Discovery and it's approaching its deathbead with 100k miles. Two break lights out, a tail light out, and having some problems possibly with the transmission.

If I spend 15 grand on this car, is it going to hold up and im not going to have to spend 1,000 dollars in repairs?

My questions are a bit broad, but if there is any guidance to be offered, feel free.

Thanks,
Curtis

 

Bump.


I'm now looking at a 2000 slk230 instead of a 98...Please, any input is appreciated.

 

SLK doesn't have much space inside compare to the land rover. but it's okay for a second car.

so which one do you prefer?

cao brazilia, ashton, drew estate, macanudo, padron or punch?

 

Sorry it's to early in the morning for speed reading.............

 

Hehehe I'm a Drew Estate fanatic, but of course Padron is numero uno.

Reading my homepage?

 

my grandfather was spanish and he likes cigar.

i saw him having one box of those Ambrosia before. he always got pipe on his hand and he still lives up to 94 years old!

his brand is Alhambra which i sometimes steal and puff huriedly under the banana tree.