I just received a call from a local MB dealer that they had just learned of a SLK55 becoming available. It is scheduled to arrive at the LA VPC on Jan 06, 2005. It is Diamond Silver with Black interior, lighting pkg, premium pkg, entertainment with Nav, Airscarf. They will sell at MSRP of $68,075. I have one ordered through another dealer and due in to LA VPC on 12/27/04. If anyone is interested, e-mail me for details.