Nasir4dot6

I've been "lurking" this forum for a minute and now I've finally decided to start posting. Since the debut of the CLK and driving my Cuz's a few summers back, I always wanted the drop because of the open top "Sex Appeal" but I can't front the Coupe is just so hard and seems like less of a headache if you know what I mean. I spend alot of time back and forth btwn VA Beach and NYC.

Do any of you coupe owners ever regret not getting the drop? I'm kinda back and forth between the 2 bodies. I'm even unsure of V6 vs. V8. Gas being a non factor but more so the purchase price. But I've noticed there's roughly a $2K diff between them so that isn't so bad Coming from a strong but sluggish V8 Range Rover will I really miss it?? I never drove the 320 but I can't imagine it being weak. So current owners, Holla at me. Thanx In addition the '01 55's are looking real tough right now and the prices arent as high as I thought they would be. I'm not a speed freak but don't mind having it the few times I need it either. Good looking out Lowphat on that info!!

vraa

Coupe.

lowphat

Coooooupe

Nasir4dot6

Coupe....Why do you say Ricky?

Nasir4dot6

Lowphat ....You already made your point quite clear. Lol

Chappy

No.

FWIW, there is a company in Germany that made a hardtop cover for the cabrio. Then, you wouldn't have to decide between the two

Nasir4dot6

See that's what I'm talking about Chappy. Good info.. I can only wonder how much that would be. I would love a Hardtop drop i.e. SLK or SL. I was even considering (and you guys prolly hate this being that we're on MBWorld) The Lex SC430. That's an impressive car even with it's controversial styling but that's still too much right now as they are primarily in the Mid 30's for an '02 at best. A hardtop CLK would be a problem on the streets. That would get so much respect!!

blackbenzz

Coupe. SC430 sucks!

wnycec

COUPE!
Cabs are for the ladies... doesnt this guy look like a tool with his cab

http://www.cardomain.com/ride/188198

scroll to the bottom of the page

vraa

Integrity.

I love the twisties!

slvrstar

I agree! CABS are for ladies. So if you want to attract ladies, get a CAB! It's a chick magnet.

By the way, CHAPPY, do you know the name and contact info of the company that makes the hardtop for the CLK W208?

Nasir4dot6

Great Point SlvrStar...That is one of the primary reasons most of us Guys buy cars. Some Convertibles do look kinda suspect. i.e. Volks Cabrio esp in white. But on the real it's not like I'll be riding around with a pink Jesse the Body feather boa circa 1986 blasting the Village People. This is a CLK and has very muscular lines esp. W208s.

slvrstar

Nasir4dot6, Here's what my W208 looks like with some mods.
https://mbworld.org/forums/clk-class-w208/111410-promised-pics-my-new-cl-grille-my-clk.html

WhiteTrash

i personally think it's more the engine that makes the difference in a convertible... a CLK320 cab does seem like more of a girls car than a CLK430, whether cab or coupe.

Nasir4dot6

Great point Whitetrash. Slvrstar is why I think I need a drop in my life right now. It's screams attention when the top is down. The coupe esp in Black or Blk Opal is definitely more elegant and bold (if that even makes sense) Thanx for all the replies. I think I might do the V8, though I never drove a 6 cyclinder Benz except my aunt's C class loaner. If I remember correctly I didn't exactly love it.

vraa

If you get a droptop, make sure you get some wheel well filling rims, otherwise the car looks very awkward.

With the Coupe, it's not as bad.

slvrstar

good luck with your choice of vehicle. whatever you choose, i'm sure you'll be happy with it. it's what a call a win/win situation. a mercedes or a mercedes. have fun and let us know what you chose w/pics.

Nasir4dot6

Thanx, I'm still undecided but definitely plan to be in a CLKsomething b4 the year is out. The Coupes are definitely easier to attain/locate. Price is obviously more practical. I also imagine maintenance to be easier for obvious reasons. Im almost certain I'm going with a V8 I can't see doing a V6 after just coming out of a V8.

RDD

My last car was an E36 M3 cab. I had it for about a year. I just felt too "exposed" when I had the top down. I thought I would like it at first then realized I wasn't much of a cab guy afterall. Maybe if I lived in an area like San Diego I'd go back to a cab, but right now I'm in Chicago so I'll probably stick to non-cab cars for now. As a second car a cab may not be a bad idea though.

Chappy

Check it...

http://www.wiesmann-auto-sport.de/index.html

Nasir4dot6

That's an excellent point RDD. That's a great link Chappy. Too bad they aren't U.S. based. Even if some other aftermarket companies would do it that would be cool. I used to see my neighbor with his on his late 90's SL and thought that was cool. It gives you that Hardtop appeal/advantage when you want it. That I think is the only advantage the Miniature SLK has. I can only wonder how much that top would be. A hardtop Cab CLK would be crazy. If only.....

x15jq

I have a 208 cab and a 209 coupe. I enjoy the 208 much more and find myself driving it more often. Sure some people will call you girly in a convertible, but the fact is, all the girls love my car, and it gets way more attention than my 500. Most dont believe that it is older (1999), by its looks.

Nasir4dot6

Chea the only giveaway for a pre 2K CLK is the missing blinkers in the side mirrors and oh yeah the ugly black trim on the 320's. 208's hold up well visually speaking. You get the feeling 10 yrs from now they will be well respected kinda like the way BMW 850's are now. I still smile when I see a well kept 8 series fly by.

es202

Coupe' Gets my Vote

myNAMESterry

a cab only looks good when the tops down.. also, the cab has to be fixed up or else it looks too stock.. meaning WACK!