Mercedes-Benz CLK Cabriolet 230K Avantgarde 2d Tip Auto (1999/V) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
I bought s/h so depreciation limited - not cheap, but considering its a Merc cabrio, all round good value - 32mpg overall
Costs
Not too bad all things considered - not cheap but the best things in life never are
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On the road
Driving
I always feel good driving this car, not fast, but pure class
Performance
Not blistering but use the tiptronic gears and you'll get good acceleration up to 140+
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Living with it
Reliability
Speed sensor at 85000 - £200 - service regularly and you'll have no major problems
Image
Affordable posing - better that A4 and BMW and Boxster
Comfort
At 6'4"" I struggle with a lot of cars, but this was a dream, however no-one could sit behind me...made it a 2+1
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Security and Service
Security
No problems
Service
Expensive but first class service, MBSH keeps the resale value high
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
No problems - service regularly by MB or very good mechanic
Other
Rattle from rear window demist contact - 50p shim solved problem
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes