Background
The third generation SLK roadster proved moderately successful for Mercedes. Launched in 2011, it's generally out-sold its key rival, Porsche's Boxster, two to one but that's still not been enough to satisfy the Stuttgart brand. Hence the move here to re-name and re-style the car, the 'SLC'-tag positioning it as the 'sporty' option for a Mercedes C-Class buyer wanting a roadster-style car for weekend or holiday use.
Strip away the marketing flam though and to be frank, things are...
