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2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK 55 AMG
Highlights
- Full service history
- Low mileage of under 65,000
- Great black over grey colour scheme
- Well kept car with lots of history
- Potent V8 4 seater cabriolet
- 362bhp and 0-60mph in 5.0 secs
The Appeal
The CLK55 AMG feels like the answer to every motoring question. Properly engineered car? Tick. Ridiculously quick? Tick. Relaxing and comfortable? Yes, that too. Engaging sports car? Uh huh. Four seater convertible? Oh yes.
No wonder, then, that good examples of these rare cars are in high demand. With 362bhp on tap from the snorting V8, these well specified cars are as quick as they are comfortable.
Here is a good one. It is a very low mileage convertible with full service history, carefully maintained by its handful of owners. Finished in fetching black metallic over grey leather, it is in great condition. The discreet aesthetics are lightly pumped up with some optional AMG rims.
In great running order with nothing for the buyer to attend to, this is surely the perfect way to enjoy some autumn drives.
The History and Paperwork
- First UK registered 1st March 2005
- Six registered keepers
- UK V5C in current keeper’s name
- MOT to 16th September 2024 with one advisory
- All original books and documents in Mercedes-Benz wallet
- Separate file containing invoices, old MOTs and maintenance receipts
- Comprehensive service history, service book stamped to 58,881 miles in 2021
- Two subsequent service invoices since
- Lots of old MOTs
- Original factory specification/build sheet
The Condition
- Amarette Grey leather AMG sports seats with AMG logo stitched into seat
- Parking sensors
- Heated seats
- AMG dials and stainless kick plates
- Spacious 2+2 layout
- Grey carpets with factory Mercedes-Benz over mats
- Factory windbreak with Mercedes-Benz accessory storage bag
- Climate control in great working order
- Cruise control
- Electric windows and mirrors
- COMAND stereo/sat nav/infotainment system with mapping CD-ROM in perfect working order
- Immaculate load bay with original tools and tyre inflator kit
- Very minor wear to driver’s seat bolster
- Immaculate Obsidian Black paint – a discreetly handsome and purposeful car
- Five-spoke alloy wheels in excellent condition with only very minor kerbing
- Good Michelin tyres all-round
- Obsidian Black metallic paintwork in very good order
- No reports of corrosion or bodywork deterioration
- Underside presents well with no advisories on current MOT
- Electric folding soft-top in very good and fully working condition
- Air vent stepper motor clicks on start up for about 10 seconds and stops
The Mechanics
- 5.4-litre naturally aspirated V8 developing 362bhp
- 0-60mph in 5secs
- 5spd automatic gearbox with sequential shift options
- Comprehensive maintenance record with full service history reported
- Reported by the vendor to be a superb car to drive, with an incredible soundtrack and immense performance
- Good history file of servicing and associated maintenance
- No reported running or driving issues
- Current MOT only contains one minor advisory
BEFORE YOU BUY
This sale is subject to the Car & Classic Terms and Conditions. By bidding and/or making an offer, you also agree to the following:
✓ The seller of this vehicle is registered as a business seller. And you are covered by Car & Classic’s Terms and Conditions.
✓ We request that a non-refundable fee be paid if you are the lucky winning bidder at auction or if your offer is accepted. Please refer to our helpful FAQs and T&Cs for specific rates.
✓ This vehicle is “Sold As Seen”, on an “As Is Where Is’ basis and without warranty. Photos and descriptions are solely for guidance purposes and it's customary to carry out a full inspection of the vehicle prior to purchase for your own peace of mind.
✓ VAT is included in the buyer's deposit. VAT may or may not be included in the final bid or offer price, as specified in the listing.
✓ We want a smooth transaction just as much as you do and as such we run all UK-registered cars and motorbikes for sale on Car & Classic through an online HPI check to verify that they show no insurance database markers for damage or theft, and have no finance owing, allowing you to bid with confidence.
✓ We also check whether vehicles are recorded as being written off as part of an insurance total loss claim at the time an advert is placed and we helpfully provide write-off category labels (Cat C/D/S/N) for your assistance, the presence or absence of a label does not guarantee the vehicle’s status and it's always worthwhile carrying out your own full vehicle history check before making an offer.
✓ Buyers are responsible for vehicle collection
or delivery. Importing vehicles may result in additional customs duties and import taxes so it's worth checking beforehand. If requested we may refer you to a third-party shipping company who can help. For more details and to speak to the team, email [email protected]
This sale is subject to the Car & Classic Terms and Conditions. By bidding and/or making an offer, you also agree to the following:
✓ The seller of this vehicle is registered as a business seller. And you are covered by Car & Classic’s Terms and Conditions.
✓ We request that a non-refundable fee be paid if you are the lucky winning bidder at auction or if your offer is accepted. Please refer to our helpful FAQs and T&Cs for specific rates.
✓ This vehicle is “Sold As Seen”, on an “As Is Where Is’ basis and without warranty. Photos and descriptions are solely for guidance purposes and it's customary to carry out a full inspection of the vehicle prior to purchase for your own peace of mind.
✓ VAT is included in the buyer's deposit. VAT may or may not be included in the final bid or offer price, as specified in the listing.
✓ We want a smooth transaction just as much as you do and as such we run all UK-registered cars and motorbikes for sale on Car & Classic through an online HPI check to verify that they show no insurance database markers for damage or theft, and have no finance owing, allowing you to bid with confidence.
✓ We also check whether vehicles are recorded as being written off as part of an insurance total loss claim at the time an advert is placed and we helpfully provide write-off category labels (Cat C/D/S/N) for your assistance, the presence or absence of a label does not guarantee the vehicle’s status and it's always worthwhile carrying out your own full vehicle history check before making an offer.
✓ Buyers are responsible for vehicle collection
or delivery. Importing vehicles may result in additional customs duties and import taxes so it's worth checking beforehand. If requested we may refer you to a third-party shipping company who can help. For more details and to speak to the team, email [email protected]
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