Common 03-04 CLK320 issues ?
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Common 03-04 CLK320 issues ?
Hello W209 owners,
I'm a new member here at mbworld and i'm looking to buy a 2003-04 CLK320. I was wondering what the common problems are on this vehicle.. I know nothing about mercedes vehicles.. It's my first benz and i would like to know what the reliability issues are, any of your feedback would be appreciated!
Also some really nice modified CLKS! love them keep up the good work!
JR.
I'm a new member here at mbworld and i'm looking to buy a 2003-04 CLK320. I was wondering what the common problems are on this vehicle.. I know nothing about mercedes vehicles.. It's my first benz and i would like to know what the reliability issues are, any of your feedback would be appreciated!
Also some really nice modified CLKS! love them keep up the good work!
JR.
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From: ATL
CLK 550
I had some issues with my xenon headlights, I had to take it in about 5 or 6times to get my driver side light working. They never ever could isolate the problem but it finally went away when they replaced the entire headlight assembly.
Aside from that I had no issues when I had my 320. It was an '03.
Just to be safe though, may sure you get the car thorougly checked out beforehand and get an extended warranty - because if something does go wrong, it won't be cheap to get it fixed.
Aside from that I had no issues when I had my 320. It was an '03.
Just to be safe though, may sure you get the car thorougly checked out beforehand and get an extended warranty - because if something does go wrong, it won't be cheap to get it fixed.
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From: Norfolk UK
2004 CLK 240
I'm also new to MB, and I took the plunge last year and bought a fully loaded 2004 CLK. I'm a 'keeper', so I'm hoping that we will be together for at least 10 years.
Initially I was shocked by the number of gizmos that are inside the car to deal with windows & seat movements, etc, but so far everything is working as it should. I think that a variety of issues with the W208 have been resolved on the W209. Performance, running costs, and handling are all up to my expectations.
The only drawback I have encountered is that rear seat entry is a tad difficult for those not very agile! But it's a 2-door coupe, so I expect that.
If you have a few tools and don't mind getting your hands dirty you will be able to do A & B services yourself, and save a fortune at MB dealerships.
I'd say, go for it!
Initially I was shocked by the number of gizmos that are inside the car to deal with windows & seat movements, etc, but so far everything is working as it should. I think that a variety of issues with the W208 have been resolved on the W209. Performance, running costs, and handling are all up to my expectations.
The only drawback I have encountered is that rear seat entry is a tad difficult for those not very agile! But it's a 2-door coupe, so I expect that.
If you have a few tools and don't mind getting your hands dirty you will be able to do A & B services yourself, and save a fortune at MB dealerships.
I'd say, go for it!
