What do you think of these?
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What do you think of these?
Thanks for all the replys to my previous post!
I'm currently looking at a 2000 clk430, 15k miles, all options except phone and command system (which I don't really care about), silv/blk in excellent condition (except for curb rash on 3 of 4 wheels), standard warranty, owner is asking $45.8k.
or
A 1999 clk430, 16.5k miles, all options except phone/command, blk/gry, has a Brabus badge, with rear spoiler and rear window deflector, might have aftermarket springs but the second owner isnt sure (looks like an H&R ride height), and an 80k mile ext warranty, for $45k.
Opinions? I think $45k for the '99 is high. Thanks again for all of your insights. This is a great forum!
David
I'm currently looking at a 2000 clk430, 15k miles, all options except phone and command system (which I don't really care about), silv/blk in excellent condition (except for curb rash on 3 of 4 wheels), standard warranty, owner is asking $45.8k.
or
A 1999 clk430, 16.5k miles, all options except phone/command, blk/gry, has a Brabus badge, with rear spoiler and rear window deflector, might have aftermarket springs but the second owner isnt sure (looks like an H&R ride height), and an 80k mile ext warranty, for $45k.
Opinions? I think $45k for the '99 is high. Thanks again for all of your insights. This is a great forum!
David
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Those prices sound high to me. The overall national average for residual value of the CLK 430 after 2 years is 69%.
Take the original purchase price of the car (don't add luxury tax, sales tax, or license fees) and run the numbers. 69% is if the car is in mint condition.
Take the original purchase price of the car (don't add luxury tax, sales tax, or license fees) and run the numbers. 69% is if the car is in mint condition.
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I haven't seen anything close to 69% of the original purchase price where I live (Nor. Ca.). Private parties are asking anywhere from low $50k to mid $40k for low mileage good to excellent condition car, with an occasional $39k/$40k deal somewhere. The "deals" typically are lean on options and far from pristine. Dealers of course are pricing them ridiculously high, even in this market (You'd never know dot comers were selling everything and heading for the hills!) I'm weary of buying out of state and shipping here. I don't know anyone who's had experience in it either.
David
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I would have to say that 69% after two years is bull****
First of all the residual value is the trade-in/wholesale value of the car after a lease. I doubt you can get a popular car like the CLK at trade-in value from anywhere. Second the residual value of the CLK is about 66% after three years. If you sign a lease right now for a 2002 CLK that is what it would be on the lease and you can confirm that with MB credit. Knowing this I seriously don't believe that the residual value for 2 years is only 3% higher.
To the original poster, the $45.8k price for the 2000 CLK430 is what you should expect from a dealer. You should be able to get it $2k-$3k less from a private party. It is pretty good though for a car that only has 15k miles.
The 45k for the 1999 CLK430 is a little high though. Even though is has about the same mileage as the other one. It should be about $3k less that the 2000 CLK430 just because of its age.
Edmunds.com is a good place to find the True Market Value (TMV) of a used car.
Hope this helps.
To the original poster, the $45.8k price for the 2000 CLK430 is what you should expect from a dealer. You should be able to get it $2k-$3k less from a private party. It is pretty good though for a car that only has 15k miles.
The 45k for the 1999 CLK430 is a little high though. Even though is has about the same mileage as the other one. It should be about $3k less that the 2000 CLK430 just because of its age.
Edmunds.com is a good place to find the True Market Value (TMV) of a used car.
Hope this helps.
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Kevin V,
I probably should have explained where I was getting 69% from. I got it from cars.com.
Here is the link:
http://www.cars.com/carsapp/national...residuals.tmpl
or look for their top 10 residual values.
I probably should have explained where I was getting 69% from. I got it from cars.com.
Here is the link:
http://www.cars.com/carsapp/national...residuals.tmpl
or look for their top 10 residual values.
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Are you buying a CABRIO?
Edmunds lists
1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK430 2 Dr COUPE Prices for:
Trade-In $34,939
Dealer Retail $39,408
http://www.edmunds.com/used/1999/mer...pe/prices.html
Happy hunting. That's always FUNNN!
Edmunds lists
1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK430 2 Dr COUPE Prices for:
Trade-In $34,939
Dealer Retail $39,408
http://www.edmunds.com/used/1999/mer...pe/prices.html
Happy hunting. That's always FUNNN!
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According to edmunds customized appraisel, which the person above forgot to do:
2000 clk430 coupe/ with 15k miles/ silver exterior/ inlcuding all options except command and phone and regional adjustment is:
Trade-in Private Party Dealer Retail
trade in: private
party: Dealer:
--------- ---------- -----------
Base Price- $39,201 $41,597 $43,808
Optional Equipment- $2,021 $2,150 $2,522
Color Adjustment- $467 $495 $521
Regional Adjustment- $65 $69 $73
Mileage Adjustment- $84 $84 $84
Condition Adjustment- $1,228 $1,219 $1,311
Total- $43,066 $45,614 $48,319
Certified Used Vehicle $49,669*
-This is according to "outstanding" condition (Exceptional mechanical, exterior and interior condition; requires no reconditioning)
-If its "clean" condition (Some normal wear but no major mechanical or cosmetic problems; may require limited reconditioning.) Then you would deduct the full condition adjustment above from the total.
This should help you-- Try to buy it for 43.5 or something, also i wouldn't recommend the 99 because, it has an older interior, and you are missing the blinkers on the side mirrors, and the 2000 is just better.
2000 clk430 coupe/ with 15k miles/ silver exterior/ inlcuding all options except command and phone and regional adjustment is:
Trade-in Private Party Dealer Retail
trade in: private
party: Dealer:
--------- ---------- -----------
Base Price- $39,201 $41,597 $43,808
Optional Equipment- $2,021 $2,150 $2,522
Color Adjustment- $467 $495 $521
Regional Adjustment- $65 $69 $73
Mileage Adjustment- $84 $84 $84
Condition Adjustment- $1,228 $1,219 $1,311
Total- $43,066 $45,614 $48,319
Certified Used Vehicle $49,669*
-This is according to "outstanding" condition (Exceptional mechanical, exterior and interior condition; requires no reconditioning)
-If its "clean" condition (Some normal wear but no major mechanical or cosmetic problems; may require limited reconditioning.) Then you would deduct the full condition adjustment above from the total.
This should help you-- Try to buy it for 43.5 or something, also i wouldn't recommend the 99 because, it has an older interior, and you are missing the blinkers on the side mirrors, and the 2000 is just better.
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The cars I'm looking at are coupes and I think I've narrowed it down to 2000 models. I'm not in a rush so I have the luxury of time to see what this market is really doing. Someone suggested to wait until the 2003 comes out this summer/fall and prices should drop even more for the 2000 clk.
Anyone with the Command system have an opinion on whether its worth it?
I appreciate everyone's opinion too. Thanks!
David
Anyone with the Command system have an opinion on whether its worth it?
I appreciate everyone's opinion too. Thanks!
David
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Daveskee, I have a 2001 CLK 430 that I want to sell
Specs:
2001 CLK 430 SIlver/Ash
12000 Miles
K3 k4
Amg Exhaust.
H&R lowering spring + Bilstein Sport or HD (I have them both)
I still have all the stock Exhaust, Spring and Shock.
Specs:
2001 CLK 430 SIlver/Ash
12000 Miles
K3 k4
Amg Exhaust.
H&R lowering spring + Bilstein Sport or HD (I have them both)
I still have all the stock Exhaust, Spring and Shock.
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Anyone with the Command system have an opinion on whether its worth it?
I would wait till July/August & look for a 2000[1] CLK430 for around $37,000 [$42,000] w/Command.
Command is an undervalued option, which I thought was a waste. But a posting & overwhelming positive response on this board convinced me to get it. The technology is spectacular! Speaks to you in 6 different languages and guides you to your destination via female voice instructions & graphics w/adjustable scales. The command system integrates all audio, radio and CD functions. I just love mine, always receiving 4 to 8 satellites here in SE Florida.
Wait, and your patience will pay.
Last edited by karl k; Feb 24, 2002 at 10:00 PM.
