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5 out of 5 stars

Love my CLK

Aaron Voss, 08/04/2022
2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class CLK320 2dr Cabriolet (3.2L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I bought my CLK320 Cabrio secondhand with low mileage and have loved every minute since! The car looks great, handles well and turns plenty of heads. I have had very few problems with mine since I bought it 2 years ago. The only major problem I have had was the SmartKey ignition switch (previous owner kept heavy keychains on key, ruining the switch). I would definitely recommend a CLK to someone in the used car market. Being based on the C-Class platform seems to have made this a relatively reliable car. The interior is nice, the front seats being very comfortable for me. I like the simple, yet elegant interior with few and easy buttons. Mine has a basic radio, so no old navigation to worry about. Maintenance can be expensive if the car hasn’t been looked after. Oil changes run about $200 at my local dealer. Overall, I absolutely adore this car and would love to buy another.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Great car

arturo, 01/22/2005
2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class CLK320 2dr Coupe (3.2L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

The CLK 320 coupe is great. I love the car and have enjoyed it from the moment I bought it. I took it up to Mendocino and it took the ride like a pro. The twists and turns on the ride were a breeze.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Unique classy ride

dtam, 11/14/2004
2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class CLK320 2dr Cabriolet (3.2L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

This is a beautiful car, it gets looks wherever I go. The interior is functional andclassy. The head room is excellent (I'm 6'1"). I was surprised with the amount of rear leg room, I am comfortable riding back there (when my wife insistn on driving). The top is great and easy to use, I have opened it while sitting in traffic, I was so quick,I didn't get beeped at. Quality of construction seem excellent, I beleve Mercedes is back. The stereo is excellent, one of the best I have heard in a car. The engine and transmission are smooth, quiet and responsive. Handles great. The 3.2l has is road tested and should be very reliable. Upgrade seats work well epecially cooling.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Awesome 2 Me!

EZYERNIE, 09/09/2004
2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class CLK320 2dr Coupe (3.2L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful

I upgraded from a C-coupe and it's a major step up! Very Comfortable, very smooth car. Power is not overwhelming, but it's there, even in the 320. It's a very smooth ride on almost all roads. Many Kudos for the exterior styling. I have received many compliments on the car, so I'm not the only admirer of it's styling. It's an eyecatcher in the rearview mirror, too.

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2.25 out of 5 stars

CLK 500 Convertible

Mike Parker, 03/01/2005
2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class CLK500 2dr Coupe (5.0L 8cyl 7A)
2 of 7 people found this review helpful

Of the 35 cars that I have bought new in 6 countries and on 4 continents this is by far the worst experience that I have ever had. I strongly suggest that you keep away from the CLK 500 as I have had nothing but problems in too many respects that there is space to advise. The car is an absolute lemon and is being returned to Mercedes Benz. Be warned, the looks are good and that is where it all ends.

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