CLK convertible
Discussion
Thanks chaps, this caught my eye, i like the colour and must have a black interior.
RFL is a bit of a killer though, I may sorn it through winter.
https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202304015...
My SL (94 R129) suffered rust and soft top problems, my cars aren't garaged would this be better?
RFL is a bit of a killer though, I may sorn it through winter.
https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202304015...
My SL (94 R129) suffered rust and soft top problems, my cars aren't garaged would this be better?
Edited by PositronicRay on Sunday 20th August 16:37
Doofus said:
PositronicRay said:
Doofus said:
Hip width: 1,190mm / 46.9"
Shoulder width: 1,233mm / 48.5"
Actually that's pretty good, is that the convertible or coupe? Or are they both the same?Shoulder width: 1,233mm / 48.5"
The coupe is 23mm narrower at the hips and 19mm wider at the shoulders, so essentially the same, to all intents and purposes.
Justlooking_ said:
Long time lurking CLK convertible owner here, I’ve a 56 CLK 200K auto sport convertible, only 35k miles, mint, garaged ,occasionally used, I would say decent build quality, easy to live with, terrible fuel economy around town 20ish and not great on long runs either, but doesn’t matter to me due to mileage, feels a bit underpowered but ok once your up to speed, but in my eyes looks a lot more expensive than they are, especially the sport model AMG wheels, bumpers etc, and pretty reliable, bigger engines are much nicer to drive but can attract £675 road tax and other engine issues depending on year, issues are well documented, I did have a 06 55 plate 500 306 bhp sport convertible a decade ago now which was lovely, wish I never sold it, hens teeth now unfortunately!
Overall a nice cruiser for not much money!
The later 1.8s look to be a bit more powerful. Tempted by lower RFLOverall a nice cruiser for not much money!
Venisonpie said:
PositronicRay said:
I really like another SL, but with 2 dogs, one small and one spaniel sized, need a back seat.
What's the CLK like to live with and is the rear seat decent width?
Just a thought, would the dogs fit in the rear of an R230? Or would they need a restraint of some sort.What's the CLK like to live with and is the rear seat decent width?
Venisonpie said:
PositronicRay said:
Nice colour! 
Well I've hardly used the car over winter, enjoying it now.
New condenser A/C working as it should
New front brakes, stopping as it should.
New rear springs cause one was broken.
Cleared drains and reproofed hood with renevo, I may try Fabsil gold this Autumn. A few drips found there way in on the drivers side during some of the torrential winter storms.
2 new struts for the boot devider (£18 from Amazon) holds it in place properly and prevents hood malfunction.
Tidied up the rear wheel arches
What do I think?
Love the smooth V6 and 7g trans, smooth powerful enough although not quick. Most of the time I leave it in comfort.
Good size, not too big or fugly, love the colour, interior trimmed in Ash with black leather. And immaculate.
Drives and steers nicely, quiet enough on the motorway roof up or down, rides well albeit a little firm for my taste, never harsh or rattly though.
I've increased the tyre pressures from 30 to 33 psi, the steering felt numb around the dead ahead position, better now.
Dogs like it and plenty of space, littleun gets excited the other one curls up under the wind delector and snoozes. Hammock keeps the back tidy.
Wife likes back seat too, although not an elegant entrance/exit with roof on!
Just had an MOT and a poke underneath. All good with some shiny new bits fitted prior to my tenure, one advisory for a worn rear ARB ball joint so all good.
Dislikes, high RFL bracket (although I knew this) and not as wafty as it could be, never harsh but a little firm so doesnt deliver much sense of occasion. Considering the underpinnings hardly a surprise. For what it owes me I can live with these shortfalls, overall very happy for it to occupy the drive.
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New condenser A/C working as it should
New front brakes, stopping as it should.
New rear springs cause one was broken.
Cleared drains and reproofed hood with renevo, I may try Fabsil gold this Autumn. A few drips found there way in on the drivers side during some of the torrential winter storms.
2 new struts for the boot devider (£18 from Amazon) holds it in place properly and prevents hood malfunction.
Tidied up the rear wheel arches
What do I think?
Love the smooth V6 and 7g trans, smooth powerful enough although not quick. Most of the time I leave it in comfort.
Good size, not too big or fugly, love the colour, interior trimmed in Ash with black leather. And immaculate.
Drives and steers nicely, quiet enough on the motorway roof up or down, rides well albeit a little firm for my taste, never harsh or rattly though.
I've increased the tyre pressures from 30 to 33 psi, the steering felt numb around the dead ahead position, better now.
Dogs like it and plenty of space, littleun gets excited the other one curls up under the wind delector and snoozes. Hammock keeps the back tidy.
Wife likes back seat too, although not an elegant entrance/exit with roof on!
Just had an MOT and a poke underneath. All good with some shiny new bits fitted prior to my tenure, one advisory for a worn rear ARB ball joint so all good.
Dislikes, high RFL bracket (although I knew this) and not as wafty as it could be, never harsh but a little firm so doesnt deliver much sense of occasion. Considering the underpinnings hardly a surprise. For what it owes me I can live with these shortfalls, overall very happy for it to occupy the drive.
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Edited by PositronicRay on Tuesday 21st May 12:42
trevalvole said:
PositronicRay said:
not as wafty as it could be, never harsh but a little firm so doesnt deliver much sense of occasion. Considering the underpinnings hardly a surprise.
Looking at the wheels, I suspect that it is an Avantgarde - does that mean it comes with sport suspension?Edited by PositronicRay on Tuesday 21st May 12:42
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