Help with buying my first SLK - Is it worth it? [Final 2 options]

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slk55amgbob

10,009 posts · Joined 2020

#48 · May 30, 2026

Cleaning???
Just some quality time with an awesome ride

 

Windinmyhair

6,878 posts · Joined 2017

#53 · May 31, 2026

Advisory notice item (s): 4
• Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (inner edges) (5.2.3 (e)) - that is how front tyres normally wear on the R172. Not easy to see at a glance. Some have been shocked to see the canvas when changing tyres.
• Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides. (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) - possibly lack of use. Quite common on many cars.
• MINOR - Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides. (5.3.4 (b) (i)) - something to have a look at and fix down the line.
• Nearside Rear coil spring location (at wishbone) - what about it? Is it displaced, rusted, broken [though that is a fail]. Read up on severely rusted rear subframes. This point needs to be clarified.
All bargaining points when agreeing a price.

 

VII7

2,070 posts · Joined 2016

#55 · Jun 1, 2026

That chain replacement was likely due to a failed actuator which not common for this engine but also not a red flag.
Note that red calipers where not offered so check for other modifications on suspension and ECU before purschase.

 

VII7

2,070 posts · Joined 2016

#56 · Jun 1, 2026

And know that if you get a solid color roof it will leak and require replacement.

 

RobbieG

1,431 posts · Joined 2024

#58 · Jun 2, 2026

They look very much like standard calipers that someone has painted red and added an AMG logo