Considering 98 SLK-questions
Looking somewhat seriously at a 1998 SLK 230 for my wife. 92k miles. in really good interior and exterior shape. This would be a "toy" car, not daily driver- just something for the sunny days and canyon rides. She also has the ML 350 for a real car.
I have read about the top pumps but I an concerned about some flags waving from a pal who says he knows about them. Here is a list, comments welcomed and thanks for all: Lower Control Arm Bushings. Weak and wear out. Leak their hydraulic fluid out. Top has weak hinges and tiny cables to move the pieces around- trouble. Struts likely shot at this mileage All rubber bits (bushings-fittings etc)in peril- Germans not good with Rubber (?) Auto Transmission is or will be leaking Clutch Packs loose- getting sloppy Air Mass Sensor- (not MAF) A/C Compressor if not yet replaced, probably will need it soon. Motor mounts flat/Trans Mounts too. Top Micro Switch rubber covers get stiff and fail to release causing pump to keep running then fail. and a few minor things. He says he is just being honest and does not have a case against M-B. He worked there many years... has been an auto mechanic 28 years. Trying to be helpful But seriously folks... ever heard of any of these, either individually or collectively, being a problem? He also says my dealer's price of $9.8k is unrealistically high. Thoughts? |
No struts on any SLK
No oil in controll arm bushings |
alot of check engine lights ...i would stay away.
|
No Struts?
Then what keeps the wheels from hitting the tops of the fenders? check this out:http://www.autopartswarehouse.com/de...QKYKG4731.html |
All times are GMT -5. The time now is 09:18 PM. |
© 2024 MH Sub I, LLC dba Internet Brands