The MERCEDES-BENZ SLK (2004-08) 350 ROADSTER 3.5 272 7SPD AUTO is a compact, two-seat premium convertible, rather than a practical family car. Its folding hard roof gives it coupe-like comfort when closed and open-air appeal in warmer weather. In the UK used-car market, it sits among affordable older luxury roadsters, appealing to buyers seeking a stylish weekend car with Mercedes-Benz presence. mycarcheck.com has recorded 2,129 checks across 861 distinct VINs, a substantial sample for this specific SLK version. Those checks show an average private-sale valuation of £3,200, average recorded mileage of 85,000 and around 2,000 miles driven annually. The average keeper count is about 5.3, so buyers should check each car’s history and condition carefully. This low annual use suggests many are kept for occasional drives, rather than daily family duties. With a lively V6 and smooth automatic, it offers cruising and overtaking, rivaling the BMW Z4 while prioritising comfort.