tranquillo1961

Hi everyone, first post for me. I would appreciate any advice or comment regarding the title subject.
I'm looking at purchasing a 2003 CLK 500. I notice that the coolant temperature stabilizes at 100 deg/Celsius. Not having had any experience with this model (I've had several earlier SEL's) I'm wondering if this is high or normal operations for this type.
Thanks in advance for any input.
With regards,
Tranquillo

pskdude

This is normal for a Hot Humid Florida day. At night and when on the highway the temp drops to about 80-90 for me. But yes 100deg. Is normal for City driving on my end at least. :/

tranquillo1961

pskdude, thank you sir,
It makes sense, I'm on the Gold Coast, Australia, similar temperature / humidity to Florida. Thank you for your time, have a pleasant day sir
Cheers
Tranquillo

clkcadet

Mine hangs around 80-90 even in the hot summer months. 100 is not out of the ordinary though

tranquillo1961

[QUOTE=clkcadet;6198017]Mine hangs around 80-90 even in the hot summer months. 100 is not out of the ordinary though[/QUOTE

Hi Cadet,
Thank you for your comments and your time.
I've since purchase the car, ....what a machine ...
I noticed it drops to between 80-90 in the evenings. Fantastic driving pleasure.
Cheers
Tranquillo

pskdude

hmm..I dont know i have taken mine to a reputable mb shop with the same concern and they said it was normal for peak temps in this weather. Mine drops to the 80-90 mark when on highway and afternoon normal driving.

tranquillo1961

It appears to be a normal operating range. I was also told by a specialist that this is normal and on a recent 2000km trip it behaved perfectly, the open road temp. range settled on 80 degrees and than stabilized at 100 for the city, stop start style of driving.
I appreciate all your comments.
Tranquilo

gaazmon

Yup sounds normal. Mine hangs around 90+ in the summer, a 100 when its real hot. At nights its down to 80 so ur right where it should be