Used CL600
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Used CL600
I just stumbled on this site while researching problems on CL 600. I am thinking of buying a very clean (at least cosmetically) 2002 CL 600. The car has 105,000 miles. Buying from a Lamborghini dealer. The car has new spark plugs, coils packs, new head gasket, just had 100,000 mile service and tune up. Brand new tires and 20" Mercedes wheels. The car is listed for $20K the dealer agreed to $17K with a 90 day engine and transmission warranty. Dealer says he has all fo the service records.
I have read that the suspension may be problematic. Just looking for any other feedback in general on the car and things I should look at before buying.
I have read that the suspension may be problematic. Just looking for any other feedback in general on the car and things I should look at before buying.
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search for forum...most people will advise staying away from the older V12's.
your car does have advantage w/ the recent work done as well as all svc records, but make sure you do your own due diligence and not trust what's "been done."
PL
your car does have advantage w/ the recent work done as well as all svc records, but make sure you do your own due diligence and not trust what's "been done."
PL
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Plugs and coils are a good start towards cutting down on repair bills.
Other big items will be the ABC suspension (make sure the reservoir is full and no errors) and oil leaks, which can happen on that engine.
Other big items will be the ABC suspension (make sure the reservoir is full and no errors) and oil leaks, which can happen on that engine.
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Also, I've seen the newer turbo models going for less with fewer miles. That's really not a screaming deal, unless the condition is excellent, and even then, things can still break.
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You MUST get, no matter what records you have and what you are told, a full pre-purchase inspection from an authorized MB dealer prior to any money exchanging hands. It's the best $175 you'll EVER spend when shopping for one of these cars.
I agree with Saintz as far as the 'deal'. I just sold a one-owner Texas 66K mile twin-turbo 2003 CL600, with no previous paint or bodywork, and $24K+ in records since 2007, for $22K. I would never pay $17K for a 106K mile naturally aspirated CL600, I just don't see the value although granted everyone has a budget to meet.
And to give you an idea, my CL600 had $24K+ in documented repairs and maintenance at the Benz dealer in the last 19K miles through 2011. I brought it to my MB dealer for a PPI prior to selling it, and it STILL needed $3700 in repairs (trans mount, one ABC strut, and front lower control arms), all of which I am doing at my expense for the buyer.
So be VERY careful buying these cars. You MUST do the PPI, even super nices ones, highly maintained, like my CL, can need thousands in repairs.
There is a gorgeous white 2005 S600 with 81K going on the auction block in CA this week if you'd consider a sedan and have a low $20K's budget. Fully inspected, with all issues addressed and all records. It was a CPO car and was under Benz warranty until 2/2011.
Bruce
I agree with Saintz as far as the 'deal'. I just sold a one-owner Texas 66K mile twin-turbo 2003 CL600, with no previous paint or bodywork, and $24K+ in records since 2007, for $22K. I would never pay $17K for a 106K mile naturally aspirated CL600, I just don't see the value although granted everyone has a budget to meet.
And to give you an idea, my CL600 had $24K+ in documented repairs and maintenance at the Benz dealer in the last 19K miles through 2011. I brought it to my MB dealer for a PPI prior to selling it, and it STILL needed $3700 in repairs (trans mount, one ABC strut, and front lower control arms), all of which I am doing at my expense for the buyer.
So be VERY careful buying these cars. You MUST do the PPI, even super nices ones, highly maintained, like my CL, can need thousands in repairs.
There is a gorgeous white 2005 S600 with 81K going on the auction block in CA this week if you'd consider a sedan and have a low $20K's budget. Fully inspected, with all issues addressed and all records. It was a CPO car and was under Benz warranty until 2/2011.
Bruce
