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Used 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class Consumer Reviews

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4 out of 5 stars

I love this car - Electronics - not so much

Mike G., 04/06/2018
2008 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class CL550 2dr Coupe (5.5L 8cyl 7A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

It's fast and a lot of fun to drive. Holds the road real well. Because it is rear wheel drive with good torque, it needs winter tires or really good all season tires. you will definitely want to get an extended warranty because repairs are expensive. I'm thinking about getting a 2014 CL63

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5 out of 5 stars

The best car I’ve ever owned.

Dave Hale, 04/24/2018
2012 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class CL550 4MATIC 2dr Coupe AWD (4.7L 8cyl Turbo 7A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

I’ve had this car for years, test drove a new model, and looked at mine again. No deal. This is a super car in every sense of the word. I can’t imagine ever selling this amazing vehicle.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Better than a Bentley at half the price

CaliforniaCL550, 07/18/2010
2008 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class CL550 2dr Coupe (5.5L 8cyl 7A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful

The ultimate luxury car. Seriously, go test drive a Bentley Continental GT then take a ride in this! The fit is superb, the computer system is intuitive, the interior mood lighting at night feels like a sexy club, and the exterior (with AMG package - a must!) is the classiest thing on the road without screaming "look at me!" Unless you're looking for a compact nimble sports car feel, you won't be disappointed.

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3.13 out of 5 stars

overpriced coupe

mercedes fanatic, 11/10/2009
2008 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class CL550 2dr Coupe (5.5L 8cyl 7A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful

The CL550 is not a bad car. But it is vastly overpriced. In reality, it is nothing more than a short wheelbase S Class (sold in Europe), with a different body (which look just like the diminutive C Class) The rear seats are a joke as they are hard to access and fit small children only. I later traded up to a 2009 S550 for the added comfort, practicality and ride quality. I found out quickly how much these things depreciate. WOW. 40% in one year. That the CL costs more than the S class is unrealistic. The sedan is actually worth more than the coupe; I've owned both.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Greatest MB I've ever owned!

Warren, 03/29/2009
2008 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class CL600 2dr Coupe (5.5L 12cyl Turbo 5A)
3 of 5 people found this review helpful

The CL600 just blew me away when I test drove it at the dealership! Fit and finish is superb. Handling is excellent. I love how it comes fully loaded with all options. I've owned an SL500, SL55 and a CLS500 before this car. None of those MB cars comes close to how wonderful this car is.

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