Other Mercedes-Benz CLK (2002 - 2009) models:

  • Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    That I have good taste.

    What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

    All love it.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes, excellent value and a lot of car for the money.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    As the CLK is now discontinued , either a newer model than mine, or its successor, the E class Cabriolet (when the prices come down to my budget levels).

  • Buying experience

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchised

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £12,500

    When did you buy the car?

    July 2010

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Excellent deal Dealer was a Rolls Royce and Bentley Dealership, but was treated superbly, even though mine was probably the cheapest vehicle they had ever sold.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    I wanted a reliable Convertible for my retirement.

    What was the dealer like?

    See previous comment.

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Very responsive, only 2l, but Turbo gives surprising performance.

    What's it like to park?

    Very easy, good lock, good vision, and front and rear sensors.

  • Living with it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    No

    What's most practical about your car?

    Great ride, reasonable rear seat room, decent boot space for a Cabriolet.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Very smooth roof action, seat belt is "offered" electronically which makes reaching it very easy.