SLK V6 to SLK55 AMG
Discussion
I've had an SLK 280 for the past few months. Brilliant car for what I use it for. Can't help lusting after the 55 AMG version (R171) for the additional sound, performance, looks and all round specialness. Oh, and did I mention the sound?
Insurance for me, at a ripe old age of 30, is just £100 per year more. Basic servicing doesn't seem hideous but I'm after some real world experiences of running one of these. I've read all about the discs and pads, but day to day running costs interest me. I currently get c.30mpg average in the 280; would I be way out expecting an average of 23ish mpg? Most of my miles are dual carriageway commute with a little bit of traffic at the end of the journey. Ultimately it doesn't matter, but I like to go into things with my eyes open. Service costs seem to be about the £600ish region from an independent. Does that sound right?
Anyone willing to share their experiences would be great, especially if you've gone from a 280/350 to a 55. I've read tonnes of threads on here and other sites and nothing has put me off quite yet!
Insurance for me, at a ripe old age of 30, is just £100 per year more. Basic servicing doesn't seem hideous but I'm after some real world experiences of running one of these. I've read all about the discs and pads, but day to day running costs interest me. I currently get c.30mpg average in the 280; would I be way out expecting an average of 23ish mpg? Most of my miles are dual carriageway commute with a little bit of traffic at the end of the journey. Ultimately it doesn't matter, but I like to go into things with my eyes open. Service costs seem to be about the £600ish region from an independent. Does that sound right?
Anyone willing to share their experiences would be great, especially if you've gone from a 280/350 to a 55. I've read tonnes of threads on here and other sites and nothing has put me off quite yet!
DJRC said:
Is that the gay 55 or the new one with the decent engine and interior which doesn't make you want to slit your wrists out of depression?
The R171 of about 2006 vintage. Probably the gay one; but I like the looks and interior much better than the R172 which I'd far too blingy for my tastes. That and being way over budget!Gassing Station | Mercedes | Top of Page | What's New | My Stuff