Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class Cab 98-

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    I bought s/h so depreciation limited - not cheap, but considering its a Merc cabrio, all round good value - 32mpg overall

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Not too bad all things considered - not cheap but the best things in life never are

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    I always feel good driving this car, not fast, but pure class

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Not blistering but use the tiptronic gears and you'll get good acceleration up to 140+

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Speed sensor at 85000 - £200 - service regularly and you'll have no major problems

    Image

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Affordable posing - better that A4 and BMW and Boxster

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    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

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    No problems

    Service

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Expensive but first class service, MBSH keeps the resale value high

  • 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