#1 Reason to own a CLK 430
#1 Reason to own a CLK 430
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From: Iowa
'03 G500, '11 S550 4Matic, '12 SL63 AMG, '13 ML350, '16 AMG GTS Ed. 1
I have to agree Big Terry. This is my 7th Mercedes and never before have I received so many questions/comments on sheer styling/looks. I've also had several new BMW's and none have made me feel so "giddy" every time I look at it!
I really enjoy the lines of this auto!
Congrats on your ownership!
I really enjoy the lines of this auto!
Congrats on your ownership!
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You guys are lucky to have CLK430. The more I see CLK430, the more I like it. I was thinking to trade my C240 with CLK430, but I am still enjoying the C240 
. IMO, I prefer the CLK 430 rather than the new W209 CLK.
only my .02 cents
KZ
. IMO, I prefer the CLK 430 rather than the new W209 CLK.only my .02 cents
KZ
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CLK, X5
I agree with all the comments made. Everytime i walk to my car in a parking lot, it just stands out. IMO the w209 styling is a little too feminine for me, and modification options seem to be more inhibited.
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W213 '17 E43 ///AMG - W211, W208 no more
Re: Re: #1 Reason to own a CLK 430
Originally posted by 999hpCLK
It also keeps a good resale value.
It also keeps a good resale value.
However, I can't quite accept that it has retained a high retail value... UNLESS you have a CLK Cabriolet in places like So. Cal or something...
According to ALG, the CLK (Cab) has the best resale value after 2-3 yrs in the Luxury Car Market...
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2001 CLK 430 Silver
I looked a cars for a year before deciding on the CLK 430,I am very happy with it,( Muscular Look ) Like someone else said, in my opinion too,the w209 has taken a feminine turn as with some other new MB, I hope MB is paying attention, Im sure they have alot of Men buyers out there
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W213 '17 E43 ///AMG - W211, W208 no more
Originally posted by Big Terry
I looked a cars for a year before deciding on the CLK 430,I am very happy with it,( Muscular Look ) Like someone else said, in my opinion too,the w209 has taken a feminine turn as with some other new MB, I hope MB is paying attention, Im sure they have alot of Men buyers out there
I looked a cars for a year before deciding on the CLK 430,I am very happy with it,( Muscular Look ) Like someone else said, in my opinion too,the w209 has taken a feminine turn as with some other new MB, I hope MB is paying attention, Im sure they have alot of Men buyers out there
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2017 W205 C43 AMG
The look is awesome!
The CLK is a design and total look that the other luxury car makers envy.
If you examine 2-door coupes in the luxury segment, the CLK stands out as being the trend setter and leader as well as the most overall complete luxury coupe out there.
Great choice everyone!
If you examine 2-door coupes in the luxury segment, the CLK stands out as being the trend setter and leader as well as the most overall complete luxury coupe out there.
Great choice everyone!
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w211 & w124
I have to agree. If I would have known the major differences (other than engine) I would have definitely gone with the 430. I just didn't know and I didn't feel that I needed the extra power.
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Re: #1 Reason to own a CLK 430
Originally posted by Big Terry
There just so gooood lookin, We were driving by a croud of people outside Outback steak house and heard, NOW THATS A RIDE
There just so gooood lookin, We were driving by a croud of people outside Outback steak house and heard, NOW THATS A RIDE
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when i was in vegas. there were these 2 guys walking by my car and checking it out. I was walking up to it. the guy didn't know it was my car. he walks up try to look inside and said "it's tinted too". then he and his buddy walk off. and it was the third day i own it.
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From: New Jersey USA
2014 E350 4Matic/2011 E350 4matic / 2003 E500 /2000 CLK 430
I miss my clk 430 - i disliked the new CLK 500 so much that i actually got an E500 instead...
Looking back the CLK 430 is an instant classic...Best sounding engine and exhaust from stock.....DAMN i miss the rumble ..
I dont know what MB was thinking when they designed the W209 - looks like an acura cl...or a honda accord...
Looking back the CLK 430 is an instant classic...Best sounding engine and exhaust from stock.....DAMN i miss the rumble ..
I dont know what MB was thinking when they designed the W209 - looks like an acura cl...or a honda accord...
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CLK
There is something about CLK that people like about.
My 2000 320 is 4 years old and I still get compliments from people. I think it's a car that you can't get sick of because of the supports that you get from other people.
Don't you notice the stares you get when you drive your car around?
My 2000 320 is 4 years old and I still get compliments from people. I think it's a car that you can't get sick of because of the supports that you get from other people.
Don't you notice the stares you get when you drive your car around?
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EFF YOU JACKIE
Its the styling, hands down. People love the aggressive yet classy look. As far as them retaining value, I don't know about that, but DAMN!, what a sharp looking car.
Can someone please tell me how to post pics, it wont let me post and I want to post the beast all clean'd up!! DAMMMITRRRRGHGGHH!!
Can someone please tell me how to post pics, it wont let me post and I want to post the beast all clean'd up!! DAMMMITRRRRGHGGHH!!
