CLK-Class (W208) 1998-2002: CLK 200, CLK 230K, CLK 320, CLK 430 [Coupes & Cabriolets]

99 CLK430 Coupe Value

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Old May 14, 2003 | 04:27 PM
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99 CLK430 Coupe Value

I bought it from an authorized dealer

1999 CLK430 Coupe Silver
43K Miles, Moonroof, CD, AMG Rims and bumpers
1 Year Starmark Component Warranty
$30K Good Deal?

Added 1 Grand to get two more years Starmark "Component" Warranty (Total of Three Years).
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Old May 15, 2003 | 08:24 AM
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Used to be a CLK430
I think so, welcome to the club!
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Old May 16, 2003 | 07:08 AM
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Great deal!!! And smart move on the extended warranty, you'll need it...
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Old May 16, 2003 | 10:47 AM
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WOW factor

I am surprised by how well the CLK holds the value, even in this soft economy. I had to pay 60% of the original price ($50K in 1999) for a 4 years old used car. I bought it in cash to saved $3140 in interest (after tax is $33.6K, 5.9% APR, 36months).

I was thinking to add this money to my stock profile, but in this unsure economy, this money may not do much for me or even lost value in 2 years. Now I already saved $3140 up-front.

Anyway, I am happy about my purchase. One of my friends purchased an Acura TL Type-S (same price) one week ahead of my purchase. We went out together and our friends are impressed by my used CLK but just feel ok about the new Acura. I like to open the hood to show people the v8 engine. They are overwhelmed by the¡§Mercedes Benz V8" chrome door sill the most. I think CLK really has the "WOW" factor. Lucky I did not purchase a new Acura CL Coupe for the same price tag (BTW: I also think CL is a very nice car).
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Old May 17, 2003 | 02:10 PM
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Well, you definitly have a better car than the Acura, and anyways, the Acura have a transmission problem on both the TL and the CL, good luck to your friend...
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