Thread: Considering Purchasing a '99 SLK 230. Any Concerns?
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Old 04-03-2018, 02:06 PM
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Originally Posted by KarTek View Post
Guys,

Looking at a local '99 SLK230, the one with the supercharged 4 cylinder, 5sp transmission.

Any particular concerns with this model? Top works OK or prone to breakage?

I did some research on the engine and I see it may be prone to cam chain/gear wear problems but nothing catastrophic if it's caught early.

Thanks for the help!
Take a look at the link below to an earlier thread where this is discussed. Hope this info helps in addition to what Jim wrote.

98 SLK 230 - Problems?
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