2014 Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMG

Highlights

• 415 bhp V8 engine

• Seven speed transmission

• Extensive service history

• Folding hardtop with glass sunroof

• High-spec interior with Airscarf heated headrests 

Overview

People with too much time on their hands are forever putting V8 engines into small cars: prime examples being MX-5s, MGBs, and Morris Minors. Of course we at PH headquarters very much approve of this as a pastime, and would probably be trying to fit a V8 engine into the office coffee machine if we had slightly longer lunch breaks. 

But there is a simpler way. SLK55 owners have known for some time that you don’t need a degree in mechanical engineering and a well-equipped home workshop in order to get yourself a small car with a big V8 in it. Instead, you can save yourself a great deal of bother and oily fingers by buying one ready made — or in this case, stay in and bid on one. This is because the good folk at Affalterbach understand that there are people who love V8 engines more than oxygen, so they created the SLK55 AMG.

At its heart lies a naturally aspirated V8, which produces 415 bhp. Its all-aluminium construction means it’s very light for its size. And the clever ability to run on only four cylinders makes it astonishingly efficient. 

But don’t just take our word for it. The vendor tells us that they will miss having this SLK parked on their driveway, ready to brighten up any mundane journey. ‘The SLK55 handles competently and securely, only really kicking the tail out if provoked. On short trips and longer drives, for me, it has struck a great balance between entertaining sports car but also a really competent, comfortable car for covering distances.’

History and documentation

• Registered 31 March 2014

• Digital Service Report with services as follows: Mar 2015 @ 6,397 miles, Mar 2016 @ 12,400 miles, Mar 2017 @ 16,669 miles, Mar 2018 @ 21,554 miles, Mar 2019 @ 24,878 miles, Mar 2020 @ 34,735 miles, Mar 2021 @ 39,214 miles, Mar 2022 @ 49,950 miles, Jun 2024 @ 61,309 miles, May 2025 @ 67,263 miles

• Original document pack

• Collection of invoices and old MOT certificates

• Two keys

• Current MOT with no advisories expires 4 Sep 2025

• V5 present in owner’s name

• HPI clear

• London ULEZ compliant

Interior

• High-spec cabin with plenty of features

• Two-tone leather upholstery in Sahara Beige and black

• Contrasting stitching on the seat covers 

• The leather is generally very good, with a little light wear on the driver’s seat bolsters

• Electric seat adjusters

• ‘Airscarf’ heated head rests, and electrically heated seats 

• Dual-zone climate control

• The air conditioning system was recharged in May 2025, with a new pressure switch fitted 

• Black carpets in very good shape, with matching AMG-branded footwell mats 

• The passenger footwell features a cargo net and tie-down loop

• The leather upholstery continues onto the door cards

• Wood veneered centre console

• Leather-trimmed, multi-function steering wheel

• Cruise control

• Well appointed dashboard, with central IWC analogue clock

• Analogue instruments

• The vendor notes that there is some fading to the anti-glare coating on the small information screen in the centre of the instrument cluster

• Original Harman/Kardon sound system

• Wind deflector fits between the headrests

• To the rear, the boot has a good amount of luggage storage space, even with the roof lowered

• Under the boot floor is an original Mercedes-Benz first aid kit, compressor, and towing eye

Exterior

• Finished in an attractive shade of dark blue, this SLK looks very suave 

• Folding hardtop convertible roof

• Two-door body with a long bonnet and sharp styling

• There are some shallow dents to the doors — likely car park damage 

• Some stone chips on the right-hand side of the bonnet, and the front splitter

• Very small spot of lacquer peel by the front badge 

• A few other small chips can be found throughout 

• Five-spoke, 18-inch alloy wheels

• The tyres are said to be in good condition

• There are some scuffs to the nearside front and rear wheel rims

• AMG-branded brake callipers 

• Chrome V8 AMG badges

• Slight hazing to the headlamp lenses

• There is a stone chip on the left-hand side of the windscreen

• Tinted glass sunroof

• The seller tells us that the rubber seals have all been lubricated 

• Quad exhaust tips

Mechanical

• 5,461 cc all-aluminium V8 engine

• Produces 415 bhp, and 398 lb ft

• Top speed 155 mph, 0-62 mph in 4.6 seconds

• Seven-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters

• Rear-wheel drive

• Engine plaque stating that it was ‘Handcrafted by Robert Rosso’ 

• Underneath, the suspension and exhaust components have a little surface corrosion

• In May 2025 the car was serviced, including replacing the spark plugs, air filter, and combination filter, the front wheel bearings were adjusted, and the nearside front wheel speed sensor was replaced

• In Jun 2024 the V belt was replaced, the offside front brake calliper was serviced, the brake fluid and automatic transmission oil and filter were replaced 

• There appears to be a crack in the nearside rear brake calliper 

• The seller tells us that the car starts loudly (in a good way), and accelerates at an ‘unrelenting rate’ 

• Cylinder deactivation and stop-start make it surprisingly efficient, for a 5.5-litre V8

• No warning lights or mechanical issues reported 

Summary

AMG badges tell us that this is no ordinary Mercedes-Benz. It is a very desirable motorcar, finished in an attractive shade of blue with a well-appointed interior. And with its V8 engine already fitted, you don’t have to think twice or indeed get the spanners out before jumping in and listening to that fabulous exhaust note. 

To arrange a viewing, click the 'Book Viewing' button located under the 'Place Bid' button. Viewings can be booked up until the day before the auction ends, after which the option will change to 'Contact Seller' for further enquiries. This seller is located in Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire.