Is SLK an AMG?
The AMG version of the third generation Mercedes-Benz SLK is powered by a new, naturally aspirated, direct-injection version of AMG’s charismatic 5.5-litre V8 engine, driving the rear wheels through a responsive seven-speed AMG SPEEDSHIFT 7G-TRONIC PLUS automatic transmission.
Is the SLK 55 AMG a good car to buy?
The only issue is the SLK55 AMG is a lot more expensive than most of the Porsches and TVRs, so the decision comes down to mileage on the AMG. I’ve seen a 2005 car with 71,000 miles for £17,000 (bang on budget).
What kind of transmission does a 2014 Mercedes Benz slk55 have?
The Used 2014 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK55 AMG is offered in the following styles: SLK55 AMG 2dr Convertible (5.5L 8cyl 7A). The Used 2014 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK55 AMG comes with rear wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 7-speed shiftable automatic.
How much does it cost to change the plugs on a SLK 55?
Lastly, just be aware that the big service requires 16 new plugs – as an example, the last SLK55 I looked at had two services at £500-600, and one at £1200 (the major one, with plug changes). I suspect you could change those yourself though for a fraction of the price that MB charge. And if its on 40k, check the brakes as mentioned!
Who was the driver of the Mercedes AMG CLK 55?
In 2000, an extensively modified one-off Mercedes-Benz AMG CLK 55 was built by the AMG Factory as a purpose-built race car to compete in the 2001 Targa Tasmania 7 day road race. Mick Doohan was the works Mercedes-Benz AMG driver.
What kind of engine does Mercedes slk55 AMG have?
The SLK55 AMG goes wild with a 5.5-liter V8 that pumps out 415 hp and 398 lb-ft of torque. The transmission is an AMG-tuned seven-speed automatic. Mercedes estimates a 0-60 time of 4.5 seconds, making it the quickest of the compact German luxury roadsters.
What’s the rating of a 2014 Mercedes Benz slk55?
4.6 average Rating out of 5 reviews. The Used 2014 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK55 AMG is offered in the following styles: SLK55 AMG 2dr Convertible (5.5L 8cyl 7A). The Used 2014 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK55 AMG comes with rear wheel drive.
How much does a new SLK 55 cost?
At £54,965 the new SLK 55 costs less than I was expecting. But why pay this much for a car that doesn’t raise the hairs on the back of your neck?
Is the Mercedes Benz SLK 55 a girlie car?
Even though it was born with an Adam’s apple, dressed in shorts and trained to use the urinals, it has always been as girlie as a pink bedroom full of soft toys. If I’d been running Mercedes-Benz, I’d have been quite pleased about this.