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Old 07-20-2005, 11:20 AM
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Question Why The CLK??

Why the CLK? What is the biggest reason you have purchased or plan to purchase a CLK? Without stating the obvious of the 3 pointed star on the hood. Not that there's anything wrong with that. (c) Seinfeld
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Besides the new 6 series, its the hottest coupe out right now... the infiniti g35 has its perks and ditto to the Z... but the CLK is just beautiful

I am talkin about the 208 only... I would take a G35 over a 209 clk unless its a 55...

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Originally Posted by Nasir4dot6
Why the CLK? What is the biggest reason you have purchased or plan to purchase a CLK? Without stating the obvious of the 3 pointed star on the hood. Not that there's anything wrong with that. (c) Seinfeld
I liked the muscular stance of the W208 w/ AMG bodypanels. I have CLK430 and it never gave me any major mechanical problems, too. It has a strong engine and solid as a highway cruiser. Overall, a pleasant experience.
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Yeah the 6 series is a definitely heavy in the game. I fell in love with the CLK because of its Bubble Eyes and the timeless design. It's kinda of old and new at the same time. it looks good at any angle. Even the back looks hot with the red and white tailights, day or night.
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Originally Posted by Nasir4dot6
Why the CLK? What is the biggest reason you have purchased or plan to purchase a CLK? Without stating the obvious of the 3 pointed star on the hood. Not that there's anything wrong with that. (c) Seinfeld
For me it was all about the fit and finish of the. I looked at the G35 sports coupe' but it just wasn't put together as well my car. It was also how I fit in the car, I'm 6'5" and 280lbs. I had more than enough head, shoulder and leg room, I just wish modding it wasn't so expensive.
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It is classic, elegant and beautiful!
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if were talking about 208s or 209s they both have their qualities personally i have a 209 and i would mostly for looks, quality of the ride, not the most common car on the block.
sure its a mercedes, but that wasnt one of the main reasons i just liked the whole package it had to offer (at a reasonable price too)
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it looks good, C-coupes just aren't my thing... and SL/CL is way out of the price range...

I wouldn't say it is a compromise either, as the CLK is an awesome looking car (W208 only)
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Originally Posted by clkcadet
if were talking about 208s or 209s they both have their qualities personally i have a 209 and i would mostly for looks, quality of the ride, not the most common car on the block.
sure its a mercedes, but that wasnt one of the main reasons i just liked the whole package it had to offer (at a reasonable price too)
I definitely agree with the CLK 208 or 209 being most bang for your buck without looking like a common car. The worst thing is to pull up at a an intersection and see 3 other cars exactly like yours. Or worse yet seeing 100 other cars just like yours and your not at a Owners Club Meet. MB's make a statement in any color, stock or with aftermarket rims.
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i got one because you can get them CHEAP used, TONS of bang for the buck. They're easily modded, and look amazing. Its great because when people give me crap for driving a nice car and being so young (20), i can respond, well, if you're driving a new Honda, Chevy, whatever, you probably paid more than i did.
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Originally Posted by King320
i got one because you can get them CHEAP used, TONS of bang for the buck. They're easily modded, and look amazing. Its great because when people give me crap for driving a nice car and being so young (20), i can respond, well, if you're driving a new Honda, Chevy, whatever, you probably paid more than i did.
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that just makes me sad thinking about how much it would be when i decide to sell the car...

altho, I think I'm gonna keep the car until around 100K... 45K so far..
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that just makes me sad thinking about how much it would be when i decide to sell the car...

altho, I think I'm gonna keep the car until around 100K... 45K so far..
MAN!!! Common D, Only 45K still?!?!? Will you get out of your office and go do some driving?!?!?! Stop hanging around MBworld so much!!!

Your car deserves it!!!!
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Originally Posted by King320
i got one because you can get them CHEAP used, TONS of bang for the buck. They're easily modded, and look amazing. Its great because when people give me crap for driving a nice car and being so young (20), i can respond, well, if you're driving a new Honda, Chevy, whatever, you probably paid more than i did.
King are you serious!!! I am 22 with mine. Anyone that asks I tell them to get their chips up. No point in enlightenment thats what the internet is for their just lazy.
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Originally Posted by xyzpl
MAN!!! Common D, Only 45K still?!?!? Will you get out of your office and go do some driving?!?!?! Stop hanging around MBworld so much!!!

Your car deserves it!!!!
damn... why u gotta be all up in ma grill... i need to make a living bro... i ain't living all high-n-mighty like you, at least not yet...

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