MERCEDES-BENZ SLK (2004-08) 280 ROADSTER 3.0 231 AUTO
Buyer's Guide & Data from our Checks
The MERCEDES-BENZ SLK (2004-08) 280 ROADSTER 3.0 231 AUTO is a compact, two-seat premium roadster: a stylish convertible rather than a practical family hatchback or SUV. Its folding hard roof gives coupe-like security and comfort when closed, while opening it brings open-air motoring. In the UK used-car market, it offers an accessible route into Mercedes-Benz sports-car ownership.
Mycarcheck.com has recorded 2,305 look-ups across 1,011 different VINs, a substantial sample that suggests continued interest in this older SLK. Checked cars average £3,600 in private-sale value, 81,000 miles and around 3,000 miles driven annually. Owners average 4.3 previous keepers, so check each car’s history and condition carefully; these figures describe checked vehicles, not every example for sale.
It suits couples wanting weekend pleasure and commuting, not families needing rear seats. Its V6 and automatic make it relaxed yet brisk, with a premium feel compared with a Mazda MX-5, though running costs are higher.
Buying a Mercedes SLK? Outstanding finance, write-offs, hidden damage, mileage discrepancies or theft could turn a bargain into a costly mistake. Enter the reg now and check before you commit.
Key Findings
The following statistics are drawn from our checks of 1,011 different vehicles, run between February 18th 2021 and October 31st 2026. These real-world insights provide context for this vehicle's place in the market, as well as its typical usage.
2,305
Lookups
Lookups
67
Hidden Histories
Hidden Histories
83k
Average Mileage
Average Mileage
£3,600
Average Valuation
Average Valuation
