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If you love the idea of open-air driving but are concerned about the long-term reliability and security provided by a canvas soft-top, the 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK might be the answer to your automotive dreams. The SLK’s retractable hardtop will last the life of the car, can’t be cut open and operates with just the touch of a button.
Tall folks may find legroom a little tight, especially on the passenger side where the firewall can cramp big shoes. Though the price is reasonable for the make, there are now much less expensive hardtop convertibles on the market, such as the Pontiac G6, Mazda MX-5 Miata and Volkswagen Eos.
![]() Used 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK 350 Roadster 2D | ![]() Used 2013 FIAT 500 | ![]() Used 2013 Volkswagen Eos | ![]() Used 2013 Volvo C70 | ||
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| Price | $8,152 | $7,560 | $7,891 | $7,983 | |
| KBB.com Rating | N/A | 3.5 | 3.2 | 3.5 | |
| Consumer Rating | 4.5 | 4.3 | 4.4 | 4.6 | |
| Fuel Economy | City 17/Hwy 23/Comb 19 MPG | City 27/Hwy 34/Comb 30 MPG | City 22/Hwy 30/Comb 25 MPG | City 19/Hwy 28/Comb 22 MPG | |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | |
| Seating Capacity | 2 | 4 | 4 | 4 | |
| Basic Warranty | 4 years or 50000 miles | 4 years or 50000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | 5 years or 50000 miles | |
| Horsepower | N/A | 101 @ 6500 RPM | 200 @ 5100 RPM | 227 @ 5000 RPM | |
| Engine | V6, 3.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, 1.4 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 5-Cyl, Light Pressure Turbo, 2.5 Liter | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |