2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class Review
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Pros & Cons
- Sleek styling, solid chassis, composed ride, comfortable front seats.
- Some subpar plastic trim, convertibles have small backseat and big blind spots.
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Consumer reviews
Read what other owners think about the Used 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class.
Most helpful consumer reviews
Audrey Parks,09/13/2003
CLK430 2dr Cabriolet (4.3L 8cyl 5A)
We fully expected a good car. We got a
great one. Its fun to drive, has a lot
of "curb appeal" and, as an unexpected
plus-gas milage is great. And we don't
know how the top could be easier to
operate. Overall it makes driving an
adventure.
Gary Evans,01/01/2005
CLK320 2dr Cabriolet (3.2L 6cyl 5A)
Simply stated, the best of nine
Mercedes I have owned.
Voila,03/13/2008
CLK500 2dr Coupe (5.0L 8cyl 5A)
This car has been excellent from day one. The 500 has excellent horse power and the fuel economy is good for me, The design is excellent! You can tell they really thought this model through. Very comfortable. The car handles well and especially with the sport package. My car has the black with cream interior. Other colors I would consider is the silver, and the navy. Stay away from red and white colors for this car.
John H,08/30/2018
CLK55 AMG 2dr Coupe (5.5L 8cyl 5A)
The w209 clk55 amg is rather rare in the USA with app 1500 imported from 2003-2005. The m113 5.5 liter found in the w209 is nearly bulletproof and the 5 speed automatic transmission is amazingly robust. This car was developed in the early years of AMG's assimilation into the MB corporate structure and represents a very conservative, yet comprehensive high performance vehicle which, in my case, has given me a high mileage(128k miles) barnstormer that burns zero oil....not a puff of smoke on start up!! Returning home after my first drive after a fluids change and initial sorting, I remarked to my S.O., "Well I have another car the boys won't be allowed to drive!". This car is Quick!!! Another benefit is the beautiful design of the pillarless coupe which gives a light, airy feeling to the car when all the windows are open. I love this car and plan to keep it forever. My only gripe is the moonroof which does not fully retract.
Update: Some cretin plowed into my car and destroyed her....so I scoured the country and found another one in pretty good condition and purchased it, even before settling with the insurance company. If you decide to buy one of these models I would urge you to establish an 'agreed value' with your insurance company and avoid the extreme hassle I have undergone for over 3 months....still unresolved!