mercedes owners get in here

[aadrenaline]

okay im thinking about buying a mercedes. nothing brand new but im looking at either clk430, clk500, clk 55 amg

not sure which one but i guess it depends on a price..looking for like 2003+

anyone have any of these models? i drive my friends clk430 sometimes and i like them..plus the fact that i can get a 2004 clk500 or 55amg for under 30k i want one.

any input

[gixxerboy1]

my friend has a clk 430. He loves it and it a nice car.

[aadrenaline]

yeah my friend said he'll sell me his for $20k with 37k miles

but im kind've liking the clk500 amg and clk 55 amg

[Prada]

Id pick the CLK 55 AMG, that the real AMG with the AMG engine. All the other AMG just have a kit. Nonetheless I still likes the 430 but would stay away from 320

[aadrenaline]

Id pick the CLK 55 AMG, that the real AMG with the AMG engine. All the other AMG just have a kit. Nonetheless I still likes the 430 but would stay away from 320

yeah the 320 is for sissys..lol

[Prada]

that and the Mercedes C230 ¨coupe¨.

[PROTEINSHAKE]

pm stuball.....he has a new benz

[SVTMuscle*]

There is no way you'll find a CLK500 AMG for under $30,000 with respectable miles/condition!

[notanormalgent]

I've heard some sketchy things about the CLK's. Look up reviews on them and you'll see that they do pretty bad. If you want a nice car for under $30K, you can pick up a 02-03 BMW M3.

[aadrenaline]

There is no way you'll find a CLK500 AMG for under $30,000 with respectable miles/condition!

2004 clk500 42k miles $30,500

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Merce...spagenameZWDVW

2002 clk55 cab 33k miles $32,800
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Merce...99056640QQrdZ1

2002 clk55 AMG 73k miles $24,000
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Merce...98518581QQrdZ1

[aadrenaline]

I've heard some sketchy things about the CLK's. Look up reviews on them and you'll see that they do pretty bad. If you want a nice car for under $30K, you can pick up a 02-03 BMW M3.

im not gonna lie i like the m3's

[stuball]

CLS 550, Go new, why buy someone else's headache ???

[aadrenaline]

CLS 550, Go new, why buy someone else's headache ???

i know which car you have showoff!

actually i dont want a 4 door..my friend wants the cls550 i dont really like them..idk why

i kind've like the clk550

[stuball]

i know which car you have showoff!

actually i dont want a 4 door..my friend wants the cls550 i dont really like them..idk why

So eveyone that post a pic of there car is a show off ?? Dont be a hater !!!

[aadrenaline]

i mean the clk63 AMG is absolutely gorgeous..but thats way out of my price range right now

[KAEW44]

The Mercedes AMG models with the AMG engines are the equivelent of the BMW M-models, they are equivelent in categorie-level, but they are very different in execution.

Advantages of AMG versus M-models:
1-Better finish quality of materials interior and exterior
2-Lots of torque and strong automatic transmission allows for quick launches from stop.
3-Slightly better resale value
4-No common complaints about maintenance issues

Advantages of M-model over AMG:
1-Pay less for a Real award winnng sports car!
2-Handling and performance is world class both street and racetrack
3-Manual transmission is smooth and available if your into that, if not then SMG transmission is also a great experience
4-Plenty of quality aftermarket performance available
5-Autocross, race track, drag track are all fun with this one, or just a cruise on a nice highway.


The AMG is rolling in style, the materials are higher quality but they are also harder and harsher, the mercedes seats almost hurt your butt! Its very fast, but its basically a luxury car that can go fast in a straight line. Eventhough the suspension and transmission are AMG, they really dont show any sporty traits when you test the car in turns and bends.

M3 if you want both luxury and performance.

[audis4]

would much rather a 4 door like stuballs over a 2 door but thats me. The cls 63 is like sex

If you have to go used, I go for a clk430...trying to find a 500 or 55 with low miles/good condition for your price range is going to be tricky. I would never purchase a 'new' car with 70,000+ miles....especially a foreign car.

[Mealticket]

CLS 550, Go new, why buy someone else's headache ???

buy one thats a year old and save 20+ % off the purchase price.
No-brainer for me

[KAEW44]

2004 clk500 42k miles $30,500

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Merce...spagenameZWDVW

2002 clk55 cab 33k miles $32,800
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Merce...99056640QQrdZ1

2002 clk55 AMG 73k miles $24,000
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Merce...98518581QQrdZ1

The silver CLK55 is tempting cause its a low price for a convertible and fast car! But the 2004 is by far the best deal, newer car, low miles , and the 500 engine is powerful. Newer model is totally redesigned and looks new in and out.

[SVTMuscle*]

There is no way you'll find a CLK500 AMG for under $30,000 with respectable miles/condition!

2004 clk500 42k miles $30,500

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Merce...spagenameZWDVW

2002 clk55 cab 33k miles $32,800
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Merce...99056640QQrdZ1

2002 clk55 AMG 73k miles $24,000
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Merce...98518581QQrdZ1

Just kidding that first one is sweet

[aadrenaline]

if its $32,800 and i show up with $30k cash i think they would take it lol

[BITTAPART2]

if i see anyone w/ 30k cash ill take it too. LOL

[SVTMuscle*]

if its $32,800 and i show up with $30k cash i think they would take it lol

I would love that car. That car is pure sex! Even if you show up with $30,000 and owe $2,000 over 5 years thats like $60 a month

[theboss]

i've owned a couple Merz and almost bought a e430 not long ago...nice cars. but i really prefer BMW...a bit more fun to drive.....CLK is to small for me.

i have driven the SL500 AMG and it is AWESOME!!!

[stuball]

buy one thats a year old and save 20+ % off the purchase price.
No-brainer for me

I looked at my car in a 2006, not much of a difference..

[STYLE74]

CLS 550, Go new, why buy someone else's headache ???

Yo stuball get the car off the grass man!!!!!

[stuball]

Yo stuball get the car off the grass man!!!!!

Made a wrong turn some where !!!!

[kman]

Look into the E class. The e500 is an amazing machine, handles great, sporty,and classy look. The thing is a beast. I have an 05 and have driven many benz's and overall the E class impresses me the most. Of course the cl and e63 are much more of a car, but you can get a 03 or 04 e500 used for 30k. Def. look into it, you wont be dissapointed

[kman]

CLS 550, Go new, why buy someone else's headache ???

Through some tints on that bad boy!!!

[stuball]

Through some tints on that bad boy!!!

Look a little closer..