(W209) CLK55 AMG Advice
08-21-2016, 04:57 PM
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(W209) CLK55 AMG Advice
Hi Everyone!
I currently own a convertible CLK 280 with AMG package and I am very happy with it except the 7G-Tronic gearbox being very slow when shifting gears even in sport or manual mode
So I have taken the decision to get rid of it and get an upgraded version.
I am planning to buy a 2005 CLK 55 AMG also convertible with 89K on the clock which has full service history according to the garage selling the car.
My question is what do I need to check when buying a CLK55? is there any known problem to the engine or gearbox?
Also, is the gearbox faster than non AMG models? I am assuming YES since it should be an AMG gearbox?
Thank you all for your help!
I currently own a convertible CLK 280 with AMG package and I am very happy with it except the 7G-Tronic gearbox being very slow when shifting gears even in sport or manual mode
So I have taken the decision to get rid of it and get an upgraded version.
I am planning to buy a 2005 CLK 55 AMG also convertible with 89K on the clock which has full service history according to the garage selling the car.
My question is what do I need to check when buying a CLK55? is there any known problem to the engine or gearbox?
Also, is the gearbox faster than non AMG models? I am assuming YES since it should be an AMG gearbox?
Thank you all for your help!
08-21-2016, 05:23 PM
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just google common problems on the w209 clk55
a few hoses, valve cover gaskets, trans service
at that mileage probably whatever hasnt been replaced based on the service records will need to be serviced soon
a few hoses, valve cover gaskets, trans service
at that mileage probably whatever hasnt been replaced based on the service records will need to be serviced soon
08-21-2016, 11:45 PM
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The '05 CLK55 AMG should have the older 5 speed tranny. I'm not sure its going to be any faster than your newer (?) 7 speed.
Make sure the front brakes are ok. If they need to be replaced it is $$$
Make sure the front brakes are ok. If they need to be replaced it is $$$
