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Old 11-11-2013 | 02:47 PM
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Would you buy 2002 Cl500 for 3000 with front damage? It needs new radiator, bumper and hood.
Old 11-11-2013 | 04:51 PM
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Old 11-11-2013 | 07:49 PM
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There is some pictures. I wonder why I should run away? the interior is perfect after all is 140000 car. I had read that engine and transmission is solid.
I have neighbor that owns body shop. I can get new bumper for 460 ?
It seems good quality radiator is 200 cheap ones start at 100. Air bag it is 70 to 250. I hope getting the bend straight should be cheap.
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Old 11-11-2013 | 09:12 PM
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Even if it was in perfect shape I would still say run away. Read a little bit about the common 215 CL issues and ownership costs and you will probably change your mind. There is nothing more expensive than a cheap Mercedes.
Old 11-11-2013 | 10:18 PM
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The prices you are stating for parts seem to be very low in my opinion. Make sure you have at least another 10,000 in the bank in case the car needs other repairs.
Old 11-12-2013 | 10:10 PM
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You can buy a pristine one with no problems for $8000
Spending $3000 on that car is nuts , it will need more than $5000 of work

If you have the vin number type it into google , chances are the salvage auction report is still online showing the repair bill estimate

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