This new book is the only one that covers in detail the complete history of the R172, the third generation SLK. Two other such books cover the R170 and R171. Written by Mercedes expert Bernd S. Koehling, this book serves as the perfect reference work to everything SLK R172. It discusses not only the different specifications, it also explains the car's VIN, covers the COMAND system and lists the different model codes.It gives sound advice, what to look out for if one wants to buy a used R172 and talks about possible vario roof issues. The book lets the reader experience driving the SLK250 CDI and continues with listing complete technical specifications and annual production history of each model. Plenty of interesting photos highlight many technical details of the different R172 versions..The author has so far over 25 books and e-books about Mercedes-Benz cars from the 1949 170V to the 2012 SL R231 to his credit.In this guide one can read - how the SLK story began - history of the vario roof - trouble-shooting the SLK vario roof - details of the R172 - the engines - the suspension - the interior - the safety features - prices and specifications - the SLK250 CDI - the SLK55 AMG - the option packages - the COMAND system - the special editions - first upgrades and changes - experiencing the SLK250 CDI - the tuners - choosing a used R172 - the SLK's VIN explained - the data card with detailed model code description - the technical specifications of each model

This book reveals the full history of the second generation Mercedes-Benz SLK, covering in detail the German, US, UK, Australian and Japanese markets. The perfect book to grace a Mercedes-Benz enthusiasts’ library shelf, it’s the definitive record of the model illustrated with stunning photographs.

Having this book in your pocket is just like having a real marque expert by your side. Benefit from the author’s years of Mercedes-Benz ownership, learn how to spot a bad car quickly, and how to assess a promising car like a professional. Get the right car at the right price!

This new book covers in detail the complete history of the SLK R170. Two other such books cover the R171 and R172. Written by Mercedes expert Bernd S. Koehling, this book serves as the perfect reference work to everything SLK R170. It discusses not only all the upgrades and different specifications, it also helps the reader to choose the right R170. It continues by explaining the car's VIN, listing the different model codes and letting the reader enjoy a ride in a SLK230. The book ends with complete technical specifications and the annual production history of each model. Plenty of interesting photos highlight many technical details of the different R170 versionsThe author has so far over 25 books and e-books about Mercedes-Benz cars from the 1949 170V to the 2012 SL R231 to his credit.In this guide one can read- how the SLK story began- the concept cars- history of the vario roof- trouble-shooting the SLK vario roof- details of the R170- the engines- the facelift- the SLK32 AMG- the special editions- experiencing the SLK230- the Brabus SLK6.5-32- other tuners- choosing a used R170- the SLK's VIN explained- the data card with detailed model code description- today's second hand SLK prices- the sales performance incl. annual production data of each model- the technical specs

This book reveals the full history of the first generation Mercedes-Benz SLK, covering in detail the German, US, UK, Australian and Japanese markets. The perfect book to grace a Mercedes-Benz enthusiasts’ library shelf, it’s the definitive record of the model illustrated with stunning photographs.