Oops! Someone at Mercedes-Benz is gonna get fired for this one.
A video has leaked completely revealing the 2012 SLK roadster, as it can be seen in the 9 minute french commercial above. Wait… 9 minutes?! Damn, those crazy Frenchies have long commercials!
Anyway, the SLK now has a look more in line with the rest of the Benz family with LED running lights, redesigned headlights a huge lower intake and a massive Benz symbol on the grille.
Apparently Mercedes’ Airscarf technology will be incorporated as well. Airscarf allows for drop top driving in cold weather. Warm air is blown onto the neck of the driver. Also available will be a new 7-speed automatic transmission along with adaptive headlights. No mention of a 6-speed manual. Yet.
So, with the reveal of the new SLK, which would you prefer (in terms of looks only)? The SLK, the BMW Z4 or the Audi TT roadster?
I had an 04, have an 06 and will definitely own one of these. The SLK is not the nicest car I’ve ever owned (my S-550 beats it) but it is an egotist’s dream. If you like people to ogle and make nice remarks it is the car for you. If you don’t care about that, it’s performance and styling will make you happy.I can’t wait to go to Europe and pick it up.