Mercedes-Benz CLS Coupe (2011 - 2018) CLS 350 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY Sport AMG 4d Tip Auto (2011/61) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
No idea!
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
People love the looks, the comfort, the uniqueness (the high list price means that there aren't very many about), the prestige-yet-sporty feel, the smooth drive and the refined power it delivers.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Probably; it's handsome, unique and brilliant to drive. Its also a great value used-buy (I paid 50% of list price for a car with just 15,000 miles) and good on fuel consumption.
What are you likely to buy next?
No idea; not planning to change the CLS for some time, but another CLS would certainly be a main contender.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchised
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£0
When did you buy the car?
October 2014
Did you get a good deal and why?
Pleased with the deal; was choosing between 2 cars of the exact same spec, which helped get a good price.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Needed a 4-door sallon, but wanted something different to the usual E-Class/5-Series options; great looks; superb to drive; very good value 2nd hand.
What was the dealer like?
Very good; offered a very good discount from the get-go (month-end sales target to beat, no doubt!), which made buying easier.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Glorious!! Tons of power, incredibly smooth and extremely responsive; its an absolute joy to drive.
What's it like to park?
Parking aids (including rear camera) make parking very easy.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Nothing apart from the metal dust-caps sticking to the valve; needed to get these removed and replaced with rubber caps.
What's most practical about your car?
Loads of room for 4 people. Very good on fuel (averaging 44mpg); boot is surprisingly big.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Airmatic is great (so much more comfortable than the non-Airmatic versions. Dynamic seats are fantastic; everyone who sits in the car loves them!