Is the 2003 Mercedes Benz CLK Class A good car?
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When did the Mercedes Benz CLK430 cabriolet come out?
In 2001 the CLK430 cabriolet could be equipped with all the AMG options as a special order from the AMG factory with the full AMG55 setup, which includes the CLK55 AMG engine and transmission, AMG suspension, AMG brakes and full set up as a factory option. Making it the first 2001 CLK55 Cabriolet. Although only a very few were built.
What kind of tires does a Mercedes CLK 430 have?
In the United States, the CLK 430 could be equipped with a “Sport Package,” which gave it the external styling of the more powerful CLK 55 AMG, and equipped it with the same wheels and tires as its AMG counterpart (see section “CLK 55 AMG”). This allowed it to reach up to 0.83G’s of lateral acceleration, and 66.5 mph on the slalom run.
What kind of engine does Mercedes Benz CLK have?
The CLK 430 Cabriolet and the 279 PS (205 kW; 275 bhp), M113 4.3 L V8-powered CLK430 appeared in 1999. All models were available in both coupé and convertible form. In Europe, the supercharged I-4 powered CLK200 Kompressor was also available, reaching impressive 193 bhp, thanks to euro2 permissive emission specs.
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Who are the competitors of the Mercedes Benz CLK?
CLK competitors included the Acura CL, Audi A4 Cabriolet, BMW 3-Series coupe and convertible, and Infiniti G35 coupe. By the time the 2004 model year began, CLK cabriolets (convertibles) had adopted the styling that began with the redesigned true-hardtop coupes.
When did the Mercedes Benz CLK come out?
Released in 1997 to 2003 we saw the W208/C208 version, the W209 appeared in 2002. Fitted with high end E Class components the CLK was actually based on the W202 platform. It gave birth also to the CLK GTR one of my personal favourites from the motorsport world.
Is the Mercedes Benz CLK a good car to tune?
By 2010 the replacement was the C207 actually an E Class coupe and A207 E Class Convertible where you’ll find tuning tips for these models on our site. A popular car for tuning up is the CLK and our members have some interesting projects on the go.
When did the Mercedes CLK 320 come out for sale?
1st owner purchased on 04/10/03 and owned in MD until 02/12/13 • 2nd owner purchased on 02/12/13 and owned in MD until 03/24/21 • 3rd owner purchased on 05/01/21 and owned in VA until 06/10/21. 1st owner drove an estimated 3,307 miles/year • 2nd owner drove an estimated 6,206 miles/year • 3rd owner drove an estimated 0 miles/year.
What kind of roof does a 2003 Mercedes CLK430 have?
MY2003 and earlier cabriolets are W208s, MY2004-MY2009 is a W209. One certain way to determine the problem is to have the diagnostic codes pulled on the soft top control module. This can only be done with SDS (official MBZ diagnostics). Click to expand… Thank you for your reply Rodney, its a 2003 Mercedes CLK430.
Are there any problems with my Mercedes CLK?
Just had my CLK towed away. Had the roof down today. No problems at all. Went to put it back up. Dead, just a warning message “Visit Workshop”. No noise no nothing. Just dead. Checked the fuses nothing wrong there.
When did Mercedes Benz stop making the CLK?
Mercedes-Benz eventually started galvanizing their cars but it wasn’t until around 2004. The production of the W208 CLK-Class stopped in 2002 for the coupe and 2003 for the convertible. Only its successor, the W209 model, received a galvanized body. This is a non-galvanized Mercedes-Benz W220 in a sorry state.
When did the Mercedes Benz CLK W209 come out?
Another option is to get the next generation CLK – the W209 model, which from mid-2003 had much better corrosion protection. The V6 M112 (CLK 320) and V8 M113 (CLK 430 & CLK 55 AMG) engines – Mercedes-Benz got both of them right.
Is the Mercedes Benz CLK 200 Kompressor a good car?
The CLK 200 Kompressor badge on this Cabriolet is a little decieveing as it is actually powered by a supercharged 1.8 litre petrol engine. The good news is that it produces enough power to make it entertaining to drive despite this being the bottom of the range. The handling is good and it makes a great long distance cruiser.
Are there any new Mercedes Benz CLK coming out?
Infiniti has introduced its slick G35 coupe, while rumors hint at upcoming coupes from BMW (6 Series), Audi (A4) and Jaguar (X-Type). Having been quite successful with the first edition of its CLK, Mercedes had a solid reference point for the new edition.
The CLK 200 Kompressor badge on this Cabriolet is a little decieveing as it is actually powered by a supercharged 1.8 litre petrol engine. The good news is that it produces enough power to make it entertaining to drive despite this being the bottom of the range. The handling is good and it makes a great long distance cruiser.