2000 Mercedes-Benz C208 CLK55 AMG
Highlights
- Car well maintained and regularly serviced
- Unmodified car with very comprehensive equipment
- An extremely fast coupe with a 5.4-litre V8 engine with 345 hp - AMG Model
- Rare to find in this condition
- One of only 3,381 built
The Appeal
When Mercedes-Benz decided to challenge BMW's M sports cars, it did so with the elegance and quality typical of the three-pointed star. But elegance and refinement combined, less typically, with extreme performance and a truly menacing aura.
Equipped with the powerful M113 V8 with its unmistakable sound, the new AMGs were brutally fast when they had to be, but equally capable of being relaxed and comfortable when required.
This attractive CLK55 C208 is a perfect example. One of only a few thousand produced, it offers its occupants very comprehensive equipment that includes a glass sunroof, full leather interior and the innovative COMAND navigation and entertainment system. It also pays homage to earlier Mercedes cars with stylish details such as the wood trim on the dashboard.
Under the bonnet the atmosphere is less relaxed, with a 5.4-litre version with 345 hp of the famous M113 engine. It is mated to an automatic transmission that reflects this car's dual personality - it can be a relaxed automatic or be used in the more engaging sequential setting.
This beautiful CLK55 comes to the market in good condition with regular servicing. Rare and versatile, this is a car for real drivers.
The History and Paperwork
- Delivered from the factory in September 2000
- Registered in Italy
- One of only 3,381 built
- Regularly serviced with maintenance booklet included
- The seller reports that the car has valid overhaul
The Condition
- The metallic paint Brilliant Silver (744U) is in good order
- The paintwork looks good with only a few slight marks
- The bodywork appears correct, with good alignment and finish of the panels
- Original and unmodified car
- AMG five-spoke polished alloy wheels in good condition
- Hankook tyres present well and are in good condition
- Spare wheel with Michelin tyre
- Very comprehensive interior equipment, with Exclusive Graphite leather upholstery (581)
- Interior presents well with slight signs of wear visible in photographs
- Some slight signs of deterioration visible on the wood panelling of the doors and centre console
- Other accessories and controls are in good condition
- Features include Parktronic, automatic wipers with rain sensor, Xenon headlights, heated seats, rear blinds and sunroof
The Mechanics
- M113 5.4-litre V8 engine producing 345 hp
- 5G-TRONIC five-speed automatic transmission with sequential option
- The seller informs us that the car has been regularly serviced
- There are no driving or operating problems to report
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