There are map pockets in the doors and a few small compartments for sunglasses and things, but you won't find any room for larger items, such as an umbrella or a briefcase. That's the compromise you make with most sports cars. The dash has a '60s retro look to it. The instruments look great and are easy to read. The seats are firm, but on a trip to Plant City and back, they proved comfortable.
Rotary controls operate the air conditioner.
They are so simple to use that you don't have to take your eyes off the road to make adjustments. I'd skip it and save the money. It adds spiffy aerodynamic bumpers, fog lamps and bigger wheels and tires. But the regular SLK doesn't look much different, and it performs just as well. There's a switch on the pedal that prevents the car from being started while it is in gear.