From a SLK to a 370Z...

bigdog1250 · 06-02-2011, 02:14 AM

If you liked the 350z at all, you'll LOVE the 370z. It's that much better. Definitely get some seat time, and after the first turn and a long hard pull I'm sure you'll be sold. The SLK is one of the most feminine MB's, the AMG version is at least pretty to look at but still for the price you could have a much more fun BMW, Audi or Porsche. The SLK should remain only for the ladies.

Mike@AMPerformance · 06-02-2011, 12:35 PM

All I can add is that the Z will actually let you defeat the traction control, whereas the AMG SLK55 pretends to let you turn it off, but shuts down the party immediately if you do ANYTHING fun. SLK is anti-rad, no opposite lock=not interested.

Mike

Thechidz · 12-27-2011, 04:40 PM

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Originally Posted by ben721364

Did you own a Mercedes Benz SLK before the 370Z? If so, please share your observations. I currently have a SLK and am considering purchase of a 370Z.

Thanks in advance.

yep. Went from an slk designo to my z. Love both cars and they are quite different vehicles. The z is a true sports car. the slk is a cruiser

bigsix · 12-27-2011, 07:48 PM

I've ridden in the passenger seat of an SLK350. I could tell there were lots of electronics working beneath the car to keep it in line. I feel it's Mercedes' version of a sports car, if that makes sense. . .

Anyway, the 370z is much more masculine and muscle. .. from the V6 to the notchy shifter to the exhaust.

DCNISMO · 12-27-2011, 07:55 PM

The trend here is obvious......the SLK is a chick car, just like the EOS and Eclipse are too. Man up....get the Z.

cossie1600 · 12-28-2011, 11:09 AM

The extra you pay for service is for all the white glove treatment they give you. (for good or bad)

06-02-2011, 02:14 AM	#1 (permalink)
bigdog1250 Track Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: San Francisco Posts: 846 Drives: 991.2 GT3 Rep Power: 18	If you liked the 350z at all, you'll LOVE the 370z. It's that much better. Definitely get some seat time, and after the first turn and a long hard pull I'm sure you'll be sold. The SLK is one of the most feminine MB's, the AMG version is at least pretty to look at but still for the price you could have a much more fun BMW, Audi or Porsche. The SLK should remain only for the ladies. __________________ 350z / 40th 370z / C6 Z06 / BMW M4 / V10 R8 / C7 Grand Spot / 997.1 GT3 / S2K / Camaro ZL1 / 718 GTS / 991.2 GT3

06-02-2011, 12:35 PM	#2 (permalink)
Mike@AMPerformance Base Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Monterey, CA Posts: 64 Drives: 370Z Grand Am GS Rep Power: 15	All I can add is that the Z will actually let you defeat the traction control, whereas the AMG SLK55 pretends to let you turn it off, but shuts down the party immediately if you do ANYTHING fun. SLK is anti-rad, no opposite lock=not interested. Mike __________________ Grand Am GS #04 370Z

12-27-2011, 07:48 PM	#4 (permalink)
bigsix A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Thailand Posts: 2,227 Drives: Honda City/Mazda 2 Rep Power: 19	I've ridden in the passenger seat of an SLK350. I could tell there were lots of electronics working beneath the car to keep it in line. I feel it's Mercedes' version of a sports car, if that makes sense. . . Anyway, the 370z is much more masculine and muscle. .. from the V6 to the notchy shifter to the exhaust.

12-27-2011, 07:55 PM	#5 (permalink)
DCNISMO Track Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: washington dc Posts: 995 Drives: Nismo Z Rep Power: 179	The trend here is obvious......the SLK is a chick car, just like the EOS and Eclipse are too. Man up....get the Z.

12-28-2011, 11:09 AM	#6 (permalink)
cossie1600 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: californee way Posts: 5,380 Drives: 370, Leaf Rep Power: 30	The extra you pay for service is for all the white glove treatment they give you. (for good or bad)