What is a Mercedes SLK R171?
The second generation Mercedes-Benz SLK, internally designated model R171, is a two-passenger, front-engine, rear-drive, retractable hardtop roadster, unveiled at the 74th Geneva International Motor Show—and manufactured and marketed for model years 2004–2010. In 2008, the SLK reached sales of 500,000.
When did the Mercedes Benz R171 come out?
The SLK Sportlich (sporty), Leicht (light), and Kurz (compact) R171 was unveiled at the 74th Geneva International Motor Show with production and marketing for the vehicle running from 2004-2010. For its production run, the R171 offered eight engine types, including two of Mercedes-Benz’s trademark, AMG.
When did the Mercedes Benz R172 SLK come out?
The R172 SLK was released in 2011. It is available with a range of inline-four, V6, and V8, diesel and petrol engines, and introduced an electronically operated window tint shade for the sunroof, called Magic Sky Control. The facelift was released for vehicles produced from March 2016,…
How big is the boot on a Ford R171?
Models feature a more compact, revised roof mechanism that is operated in 22 seconds (previously 25 seconds), resulting in an increase in boot capacity by 63 liters (2.2 cu ft). The R171 also introduced the Airscarf system that integrates neck-level heating system into the headrests of the car.
Which is faster Mercedes Benz 280 or AMG 350?
Other drivers expect a ‘280′ to be a bit limp-wristed compared to an SLK55 AMG or even a 350, but if the occasion arises it rises to the occasion with a 0-60 blast in 5.9 seconds. The 7-Gtronic is actually a tenth of a second quicker than the 6-speed manual. It grips like Evostick too.
Are there any reliability issues with the Mercedes R171?
This section covers the potential reliability issues that you might have with the Mercedes-Benz R171. Click on the buttons below to read more about the typical problems that fall outside the scope of routine maintenance. The hardtop roof on the R171 is actually pretty good.
Can a 30-06 be used for elk hunting?
Taking a 30-06 hunting is always a righteous decision. I feel perfectly comfortable with a 30-06 and elk, or anything in North America. That chambering has killed about a bajillion elk in the last 106 years. My son tipped his first elk over this year with a down-loaded 30-06 and a 150 grain partition at 2700 fps muzzle velocity.
Can a Mercedes Benz R171 roof lock cylinder fail?
If the car participated in a large crash, the roof may be out of alignment, which can be a nightmare to waterproof if the chassis of the car isn’t “straight” anymore. The hydraulic rams last only so long before the seals deteriorate and start leaking (15 years reliably at most as I see it). The roof lock cylinder is usually the first one to fail.
How big is a 320 year old Elk?
Note that a 320” bull will likely have 46 to 48 inch beams, about 56 inches of total mass, and a 38 inch spread. These totals amount to right at 320”. 340” Bull: G1= 16”, G2= 16”, G3= 12”, G4= 18”, G5= 10”.