Questions regarding a possible CL63 purchase

Mar 9, 2014 | 01:03 AM

orys

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Questions regarding a possible CL63 purchase

I have been searching for a clean 2008 CL63/65. Found a certified 63 2008 with 65K miles at a Mercedes dealership. I took it for a test drive and noticed that the engine has a strange 'hum' (I previously owned an e63 and do not recall this sound so I know it isn't normal). I asked the sales person if it is possible to repair the car prior to purchase. I was told that since the car is certified, I would have to get the work done after I purchase it. This is a bit puzzling to me: If the car is certified, why wouldn't they fix it from the get go? My gut instinct is that something here isn't right and to walk away. I would appreciate some feedback from you guys.
Thanks!

Mar 9, 2014 | 08:00 AM

canes85

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Walk away no run away! I don't think a MB dealership can certified a 2008 due to is age & miles. Also way buy a CERTIFED car to have to have it repaired after u buy it. Keep looking !!

Mar 9, 2014 | 11:47 AM

BlownV8

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The buzzing is probably the ABC pump about to fail. That's about the right time they fail if the fluid wasn't changed regularly.

Good advice from canes85. RUN AWAY!!!!!!!!!!!