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Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class Coupe Car Reviews

Number of reviews: 5

Steve Finnerty, Hampshire

Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class Coupe 320 CDI Sport 2009

Some great leasing deals on this model due to replacement by E Class Coupe and with the big diesel, 7 speed auto with metallic and leather thrown in could not resist. Needs the AMG sport kit to stop appearing too feminine but looks great in silver and still turns heads despite the age of the design. Here are some initial thoughts after 2 weeks. Firstly I did not expect to have to try out the breakdown service! The first trip brought a loud rubbing noise from underneath the car. The breakdown service assured me the wheels were not falling off but were unable to find the source. The dealer fixed it in an hour and told me it was a clip from the parking break that was loose. Hmmm. After this has been sorted I started to appreciate the car. The engine is quiet and seriously quick when provoked but can average over 40MPG with a bit of restraint. Gearbox is responsive with a gear for all occasions without hunting too much between ratios. Ride is comfortable and better than my 3 series coupe it has replaced. Handling is a bit heavy at low speed but feels better when going faster with a pleasing flowing feel and powerful brakes. The seats are comfortable for me but don’t seem to suit everyone and I would trade the multi-contour airbag system for electric adjustment as standard. The space is fine for four adults with a large boot and feels light and airy inside due to the pillarless design. Overall the car looks and feels like a premium product and I am looking forward to putting more miles on it to the extent I am already investigating increasing my mileage allowance with Mercedes Leasing!

Submitted: 19/05/2009 09:54:55

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Dave Milty, Yorkshire

Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class Coupe CLK 200 Petrol 2004

If ever you have wondered into a Sony T.V shop, or a Makita power tool shop or a Rolex jewellers, or a Lamborghini car showroom, you look around and think yes, that is just what i need, (even though the wallet in your pocket is laughing like hell). You know, top of the range marque, massive product support, huge respect from fellow "mendgits", (sorry should explain that this is short for guys who absolutely adore top of the range gadgets and toys), well sometimes and not very often there is an alternative to all of the premier league gadget stars, usually sat within shouting distance of the one that you really want. On the occasion i drifted into the local Mercedes dealer, (looking with intent at the AMG version of an SL coupe), i really was taken aback by the lesser "in your face", brother in law that is the CLK Coupe. Shiny black, cream leather, all the expected gadgets, (and a bloody sun blind across the rear window!). It was a real handsome t**t and seemed to be calling me towards it with quite a grin across the front end. Anyway i abandoned all interest in the AMG, partly due to the CLK and mostly due to the fact that i could not even afford one of the tyres, never mind the bloody car. A friendly clown of a salesman approached me and within fifteen minutes i found myself out in the middle of nowhere test driving this wonderful vehicle. I say wonderful, because that is exactly what it was, has been and still is. It eats miles, it is quiet, quick enough, roomy enough for four, retains a fine mpg and serves me ever so well. It is also admiringly glanced at, very good looking and refined to a point of being cool rather than classy. Not a single bad word can I offer on behalf of this car and anyone considering a coupe that will properly seat four adults, has to go out and look at one of these.

Submitted: 25/07/2008 15:56:13

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Leon Fletcher, Yorkshire

Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class Coupe 320 CDI Sport 2006

Without doubt the best car I have owned. From new I have now done nearly 30k miles in it without a hitch. Performance is brisk, especially in the midrange, with all that torque available. The 7 speed auto box is good, but can jerk if you’re about to stop but then decide to set off (the ’box doesn’t know whether to go for 1st, keep 2nd or engage 3rd!) again. The flappy paddle option is handy for overtaking (press and hold the ’down’ paddle, and the car adopts best gear for acceleration - a bit more controlled than kickdown). Fit and finish seems good, with no niggles, although the windscreen can mist up (even on AUTO c/c) if you encounter freezing fog or snow. Rather annoying. Heated seats are just wonderful, and have 3 heat settings you can switch on any time (unlike my old Renault Laguna). Satnav works well in the COMAND system, but you can’t play DVDs on it, like in the E class. The iPod option works very well, controllable from the speedo centre display (artists, tracks etc displayed there). The Pirelli PZero Rossos the car came with (on 18in AMG rims) don’t last long! And the rims are an absolute swine for kerb damage. The car aquaplanes very easily in the wet, and an injudicious prod on the throttle (with all those foot-pounds on tap) will have the back end of the car all over the place if you’re not pointing it straight (and a wiggle if you are!). It is *very* easy to have the rears scrabbling for grip as you set off, especially on uneven roads - even in ’comfort’ mode on the gearbox (which doesn’t use first, and changes up early). Michelin pilot sports on the back of this car (255/35/18) last longer, but wet grip is significantly worse than the short-lived (read 10k) PZero Rossos. You may find you’ll live longer if you change the tyres just *before* you’re down to the wear indicators if you’re an enthusiastic driver. Good boot size, and fair room in the back for 2 smallish adults! Oh, and not as fuddy-duddy as some of the other models in the range. The fuel gauge is a daft digital one, which gives at least an approximation of what’s in the tank (it often goes *up* after a bit of driving!) - it seems to take account of your driving style, which I hate - JUST TELL ME HOW MUCH THERE IS LEFT, FOR GAWD’S SAKE! Overall, solid, brisk, reliable, easy on fuel and looks nice too.

Submitted: 07/04/2008 09:50:55

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Trevor Ardies, Northern Ireland

Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class Coupe 220d 2005

I have had my CLK 220d now for 2 years/18000 miles. This was my 1st contract hire and 1st diesel and I liked the torque and performance. You never forget you’re in a diesel until you’re up to cruising speed, but with excellent fuel economy between 35mpg for mixed driving and 50 on long runs its a small compromise. The car has been very reliable and I found the build quality very good, no rattles of squeaks. I only had two issues. The high visibibilty boot mounted brake light lense had to be replaced, TWICE!. Its made of the same plastic found in a childs water pistol which surprised me as most of the other parts felt of good quality. The other was the automatic gearbox which had a slight snatch if you put the foot down too quickly from standstill. As it was only slight and the car was on contract, I was reluctant to let a dealer near it. It never got any worse as the miles went on so I got used to it. The Artico ’leather’ may look convincing, but lacks the feel and quality of the real thing. Would I have another?, Yes.

Submitted: 10/12/2007 09:48:02

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C.K. Roberts, Suffolk

Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class Coupe CLK230 Sport 1998

I have owned my silver CLK230 for about 3 years and it is without doubt the best car that I personally have owned. During that time, I have had no serious problems at all, although I do take care to adhere to the maker’s maintenance schedule. In fact I have never driven it at top speed, although the book does claim 140+, it is the in between performance, ie acceleration etc., which has most impressed me. Foot down metal to metal, it is pleasure to watch in the rear view mirror all the traffic fading behind into the distance, it almost feel at times as if I must be leaving melted rubber on the highway ! The car handles well at all speeds (up to the 110 mph I have done in it so far), it grips the road well and is very responsive. Just, like other cars, be careful on wet road, especially with the wide tyres, as it can start to aquaplane at about 60mph. Inside, the front seats are very comfortable, but the rear seats are really only for occaisional use on short trips. All round quality, inside and out, is, as I expect from Mercedes, excellent. The car is a pleasure to own and drive, and her elegant lines still catch the eye, in spite of her age ! A bit thirsty on fuel as to be expected I suppose, but there has to be a down side somewhere ! A great car which I will not be selling, as it satidfies me completely.

Submitted: 22/11/2007 09:22:11

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Number of reviews: 5

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