Clk 550
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They changed the gearing on the 550's and 63's. The CLK550 will be faster, but the 63 will be faster still.
The 550's will be faster than MB claims as usual. The MB mechanic at my dealer told me that MB is understating by a GOOD MARGIN the actual power output of the CLK63.. They don't want to eat into sales of other models too much, but the CLK63 will be a monster rocket.
The 550's will be faster than MB claims as usual. The MB mechanic at my dealer told me that MB is understating by a GOOD MARGIN the actual power output of the CLK63.. They don't want to eat into sales of other models too much, but the CLK63 will be a monster rocket.
Originally Posted by FrankW
it's a way to keep the CLK55 owners happy, so they don't feel bad for paying more money for less power, especially for those that just recently picked up the 2005 or 2006 CLK55s.
Car and Driver have already tested the SL550 and it ran 4.9sec 0-60 with the same engine and transmission while weight in at more than 4000lbs. If you think the CLK550 is gonna do anything less...think again.
Car and Driver have already tested the SL550 and it ran 4.9sec 0-60 with the same engine and transmission while weight in at more than 4000lbs. If you think the CLK550 is gonna do anything less...think again.
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Im assuming the CLK550's will sell at full MSRP most likely, or can any discounts off MSRP be expected? Im wondering if I decide to go with a CLK over a BMW which is what I have now, if I should go with a CLK550 and expect to pay full retail, or if I should consider a 2006 CLK500 and hopefully they are steeply discounted with a new model and new engine coming out in the 2007's. Any comments are greatly appreciated.
Also, while I still have a lot of great researching to do here on MBworld, what are the other top forums for MB cars that I should visit?
Thanks in advance.
Also, while I still have a lot of great researching to do here on MBworld, what are the other top forums for MB cars that I should visit?
Thanks in advance.
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there probably will be some discount, but not right away.
IMO don't wait up for the w209 CLK. Once the W204 comes out the CLK will also be replaced. You are better off at picking a newer design BMW which will have better resale value when you are ready for the next CLK.
IMO don't wait up for the w209 CLK. Once the W204 comes out the CLK will also be replaced. You are better off at picking a newer design BMW which will have better resale value when you are ready for the next CLK.
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Originally Posted by FrankW
there probably will be some discount, but not right away.
IMO don't wait up for the w209 CLK. Once the W204 comes out the CLK will also be replaced. You are better off at picking a newer design BMW which will have better resale value when you are ready for the next CLK.
IMO don't wait up for the w209 CLK. Once the W204 comes out the CLK will also be replaced. You are better off at picking a newer design BMW which will have better resale value when you are ready for the next CLK.
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2013 650i Coupe, 2010 IS250 AWD, 1999 S500
The next CLK will come to the U.S. for the 2009 model year, not 2008. The C-Class sedan comes first for the 2008 model year and then the CLK for 2009.
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I tried breaking my lease and switching to a CLK550...the dealer told me it would cost me about $10 grand to switch. Guess that means I'm stuck with a weak V8 for another 2 years. Hopefully, by the time my lease is up the new body style will be out.
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Originally Posted by ItalianStallion
I tried breaking my lease and switching to a CLK550...the dealer told me it would cost me about $10 grand to switch. Guess that means I'm stuck with a weak V8 for another 2 years. Hopefully, by the time my lease is up the new body style will be out.
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Originally Posted by quickburn
engine? Any suspension upgrages? brakes, wheels, transmission from the 2006 clk 500?
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I love the new duel exhaust tips with the AMG upgrade package.
I saw two CLK550 cabs yesterday and was super confused, because I didn't know the AMG package came with that!
My friend with the CLK500 is pissed, lol.
I saw two CLK550 cabs yesterday and was super confused, because I didn't know the AMG package came with that!
My friend with the CLK500 is pissed, lol.
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Originally Posted by velvet fog
Excellent. So you noticed the extra 107 hp?
Feel sorry for those that spent money on the clk 55. The 107 hp, is definately noticible. I was on a test drive with the clk 550 coupe and happened to line up a with a clk 55. From a stop position I walked away from. Im looking forward to driving the clk 63
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Originally Posted by monagram
Yea, it definitely has punch. I am still amazed at how great it sounds too. I wasn't a big fan of the 209s but the extra hp has swayed me over.
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I tried looking on mbusa.com to see what has changed between the 06 clk500 and the 07 clk550 and all I could find is the change in engine. Are there any upgrades in brakes, transmission, suspension or wheels to deal with all the extra power?
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Nice CLK, you got the chrome taillights like me. With chrome rims, they make the car look very complete and give it a more exotic look, I get compliments from people on a daily basis and questions like "damn, what'd you pay for that thing, 100k?"
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