2003 MERCEDES-BENZ CL

Supplied new to the U.K in January 2003, the original owner of this CL55 Kompressor spent over £100,000 at the time (£97,100 plus options) and over £185,000 in today’s money, on what is arguably one of AMG’s finest models. The CL55 is powered by a 493hp, 5.4-litre supercharged V8, that engine delivers thunderous performance for Mercedes-Benz’s propelling the biggest, most opulent flagship coupe, from 0-60 mph in just over 4 seconds – it’s certainly no slouch, even by today’s standards! This is a supreme 4 adult seater GT, that’ll cruise effortlessly sitting on its 186mph limiter (raised from the factory standard 155mph!)

Available now for less than a fifth of its original cost, this is an opportunity to acquire one of Mercedes-Benz AMG’s finest engines, in a genuinely useable, comfortable all-round young-timer classic, which still has the capacity to shock with its performance.

This car has been lovingly cared for and correctly kept in a secure car park, under a tailor made car cover when not in use. It most recent owner, a discerning collector with a large portfolio including various special edition Mercedes-Benz models; purchased this car in 2018 after a two-year search for the right example. Every car in his collection was chosen for its specification and provenance, adding to the significance of this particular CL55 AMG.

Supplied with an extensive history file, which documents the years of extensive maintenance this car has benefited from, along with a plethora of invoices and MOTS, it comes with its original handbook and service book, together with the original CL55 brochures and price list. The full specifications of the car along with the service history is listed below:

Specification:

Obsidian black – Metallic finish

Anthracite exclusive Nappa leather - £2,980.00

18” AMG single-piece alloy wheels.

AMG body styling

AMG twin exhaust

AMG instrument cluster

Burr walnut trim

Electric Glass Sunroof

Garage door opener – integrated in rear-view mirror - £180.00

Comfort ventilated and heated front seats – supplied with perforated leather - £610.00

Electric rear roller blind - £365.00

Keyless-Go -£860.00

Remote boot closing - £400.00

Remote control for COMAND - £110.00

TV Tuner -£720.00

Linguatronic voice activation - £320.00

Bi-Xenon headlamps

Bose Sound System

CD Changer

Nokia 6310i mobile phone with handsfree facility - £685.00

Heated screen wash system

Service History:

12/01/2005 – 8,751 miles – Mercedes Benz Main Dealer

09/12/2005 – 9,976 miles – Mercedes Benz Main Dealer

17/06/2009 – 23,271 miles – Mercedes Benz Specialist

03/06/2010 – 26.452 miles – Mercedes Benz Specialist

13/12/2010 – 27,935 miles - Mercedes Benz Specialist

27/02/2014 – 33,872 miles - Mercedes Benz Specialist

18/08/2015 – 47,547 miles - Mercedes Benz Specialist

08/12/2015 – 49,873 miles - Mercedes Benz Specialist

13/03/2017 – 52,908 miles - Mercedes Benz Specialist

12/09/2017 – 54,002 miles - Mercedes Benz Specialist

19/02/2018 – 54,916 miles - Mercedes Benz Specialist

11/12/2023 – 59,650 miles - Mercedes Benz Specialist

MOT History:

22 January 2007 – 12,100 miles

29 February 2008 – 16,882 miles

19 February 2009 – 20,523 miles

26 February 2010 – 25,620 miles

15 March 2011 - 28,703 miles

25 February 2013 – 31,815 miles

21 February 2014 – 33,722 miles

6 February 2015 – 41,205 miles

2 February 2016 – 50,190 miles

31 February 2017 -52,773 miles

21 March 2018 – 55,038 miles

24 December 2018 – 56,501 miles

14 July 2020 – 57,073 miles

22 September 2021 – 57,121 miles

30 September 2022 – 57,695 miles

24 November 2023 – 59,142 miles

4 September 2024 – 61,235 miles

28 February 2025 – 61,489 miles

The current MOT is valid until 27 February 2026 and was issued with no advisories.

On sale the car will be supplied with 2 keys, 1 driver card, book pack including service and owners’ manuals, history folder and tailor-made car cover.

The vehicle can be viewed in Marble Arch, Central London subject to appointment. Part exchanges will be considered.