Used 2002 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class Consumer Reviews
Hot
This is the car that Mercedes should build.
Don't Do It !!!
I bought this car in 2003 and kept it 5 years. It was $118 new, I paid $66k, I sold it in late 2008 for $19,500. Is that a clue ? Great looking , great driving and the absolute worst reliability. Mostly electronics, although the trunk brake light popped off when my wife closed the lid gently. the V-12 side emblem broke it's plastic self off twice while I gently washed it. The car developed oil leaks, my " Nice People, Nice cars dealer " quoted $9,200 for that. Suspensions tend to collapse also I was told. When we sold it it only had 42k miles on the clock. Oh, We also replaced a computer fuel feed unit, $1,400. You'll fall in love but be ready for an expensive divorce !!!
- CL600 CoupeMSRP: $9,4501,066 mi away
- CL600 CoupeMSRP: $12,9003,951 mi away
V12 Bang for the buck!
After years of lust for the big MB V12 I broke down and replaced my C5 Corvette with an ultra-clean fully optioned (Spt,Dist,Park)30k mi example. The car is heavy which adds to a solid feel all-around, but you wouldn't notice it with power that is immediate and omni-present. I looked at other new/used cars in the class, but none of them could match the looks, price, power, and features. Just ask yourself "where else can I get a V12 $120k car for 1/3 the original price (not Ferrari or Bentley). Mercedes went all out on their flagship model with plenty of wood and leather to match the techno gadets that are loaded with car. The jury is still out on reliability/maintainability.
The Best Car Ever
It drives great and looks great. It is a true sport coupe. It has a beautiful engine.
My 2002 CL55
I have owed numerous other high end luxury and sports cars such as the SL Mercedes, Porche 911 . This is the finest blend of luxury and performance that I have experienced. The extraordinary attention to details is noteworthy. Although I have only owed the car for 6 months, I can't remember being quite as impressed with my other vehicles.