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08-13-2003, 06:31 PM
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For 2003 mercedes made a special edition saks fifth avenue clk 500 coupe, and now they are making a special edition cabriolet. Does anyone have the options list for this car or the price? I know that its available in september, and is designo mocha black with silk designo leather, and it has clk 55 wheels. Any other information or pictures would be appreciated.
08-15-2003, 01:25 AM
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If nobody knows what i'm talking about its on the mbusa website, on the opening page in the bottom right hand corner, like the previous special edition clk i think it raises funds for a cancer foundation also. If anyone knows anything else besides what the website says, that would be greatly appreciated. thanks.
08-15-2003, 03:26 PM
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Don't know additional details but my dealer called me this week and told me they had one on the way and I could have it for $10k over list. Also CLK55 Cab on the way for $15k over - I politely responded with NFW on the pricing, so will continue to wait my turn at list price
08-19-2003, 06:35 PM
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Here's the picture, if I coded the HTML right:
Here's the option list with prices from a single faxed sheet off of Netstar that my dealer sent me.
More mysteries: .[list=1][*]The photo above shows a car that does NOT appear to have headlight washers (and therefore probably doesn't have bi-xenons as those would be a part of the lighting package).[*]The photo looks like Silk interior, but the printout clearly says the car will have Stone leather.[/list=1]
Prices aren't shown for the 033,835,254,740 options, only the Y86 option for $7,400. (Yikes!). It appears that those options are all a part of the Y86 package, but I can't explain why the bixenons and heated seats weren't a part of the list on the official printout.
Price shows as $59,850 for car, $7400 for Y86 for a Subtotal of $67,250. Then shows $720 for Desitination & Delivery, $1,000 for Gas Guzzler = $68,970 Grand Total
Here's the option list with prices from a single faxed sheet off of Netstar that my dealer sent me.
- CLK 500A Cabrio $59,850
- 033 - Designo Mocha Black
- 835 - Stone Leather
- 254 - Standard Audio Electronic Radio
- 740 - Black Soft Top
- Y86 - Launch Edition Package. $7,400
(Handwritten next to this last item was the following, verbatim: "Heated Seats, CD Changer, Bi-Xenon, Headlight Washers, Designo Interior accents & upgrades" )
More mysteries: .[list=1][*]The photo above shows a car that does NOT appear to have headlight washers (and therefore probably doesn't have bi-xenons as those would be a part of the lighting package).[*]The photo looks like Silk interior, but the printout clearly says the car will have Stone leather.[/list=1]
Prices aren't shown for the 033,835,254,740 options, only the Y86 option for $7,400. (Yikes!). It appears that those options are all a part of the Y86 package, but I can't explain why the bixenons and heated seats weren't a part of the list on the official printout.
Price shows as $59,850 for car, $7400 for Y86 for a Subtotal of $67,250. Then shows $720 for Desitination & Delivery, $1,000 for Gas Guzzler = $68,970 Grand Total
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08-19-2003, 07:17 PM
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PRESS RELEASE just crossed wires about this car.
CLICK HERE for a link to the press release
Car for the Cure: MBUSA Builds CLK500 Cabriolets To Raise Funds For Women's Cancer Initiative
Tuesday August 19, 2:26 pm ET
Over $1 Million Expected Through Sale of 2004 Cabriolets for Saks Fifth Avenue's KEY TO THE CURE
SANTA BARBARA, Calif., Aug. 19 /PRNewswire/ -- In conjunction with the launch of its all-new 2004 CLK Cabriolet which was unveiled to the media today in Santa Barbara, Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) announced that it has produced a special version of its CLK500 Cabriolet to raise funds for Saks Fifth Avenue's KEY TO THE CURE, a women's cancer initiative developed in partnership with the Entertainment Industry Foundation's (EIF) Women's Cancer Research Fund. As part of the philanthropic partnership with Saks Fifth Avenue, MBUSA expects to donate over $1 million through the sale of 850 exclusive CLK500 Cabriolets which will begin arriving at MBUSA dealerships shortly. The collaboration will benefit more than 60 charitable programs dedicated to finding new treatments and a cure for women's cancers nationwide, including EIF's Women's Cancer Research Foundation Fund and The Women's Health Fund at UCLA.
"Based on the phenomenal demand for its predecessor, the new 2004 CLK is going to be one of the most sought-after cabriolets on the market," said Michelle Cervantez, vice president, marketing for Mercedes-Benz USA. "It's all about the good life, enjoying life and living well in every sense of the word. In that spirit, we designed a special fleet of CLK500 Cabriolets for Saks Fifth Avenue's KEY TO THE CURE to help combat one of the biggest threats to women's health in this country."
Based on the stylish lines of the new-generation CLK coupe launched last year, the 2004 CLK Cabriolet is available in three models: the V6-powered CLK320, the V8-powered CLK500 Cabriolet, and the powerful CLK55 AMG Cabriolet, all of which feature the fully automatic soft top and sensor-controlled pop-up roll bars disguised as two rear head restraints. Not only is the convertible top fully automatic for the first time on the CLK, but it can now also be operated remotely using the SmartKey.
The specially designed CLK500 Cabriolet, built for Saks Fifth Avenue's KEY TO THE CURE, includes a unique combination of features and options and is equipped with 17-inch AMG 5-double-spoke wheels with high performance tires, designo Mocha Black exterior color, luxurious Stone Nappa leather interior, ash wood trim, ash wood and leather steering wheel and shift knob, Alcantara headliner, heated seats, Bi-Xenon headlamps and eight-speaker Bose AudioPilot Digital Sound System with CD changer, just to name a few. Powered by a 302-horsepower, 5.0-liter V-8 engine with driver-adaptive electronic 5-speed automatic transmission with touch shift control, the specially designed CLK500 is a spirited performer. The manufacturer's suggested retail price for this special model is $67,250.
During Saks Fifth Avenue's KEY TO THE CURE shopping weekend (September 17-20, 2003), one CLK500 will be available at each Mercedes-Benz USA dealership nationwide and one vehicle will be displayed at each Saks Fifth Avenue store. A percentage of Saks' shopping weekend sales will be donated to national and local breast and women's reproductive cancer research centers. Celebrity ambassador for the initiative, actress Nicole Kidman, has also teamed up with Saks Fifth Avenue, MBUSA and the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA to help raise funds and awareness to fight women's cancers. She will appear in a national public service announcement (PSA) during Fashion Week wearing Saks Fifth Avenue's KEY TO THE CURE T-shirt designed by Stella McCartney.
"All of us at Saks Fifth Avenue are very excited about partnering with Mercedes-Benz to raise funds for KEY TO THE CURE -- to help improve women's lives," said Christina Johnson, president & CEO, Saks Fifth Avenue. "With the sale of the specially designed CLK500 Cabriolets, we hope to give back to the community and help combat breast and other reproductive cancers."
MBUSA will support the initiative with a national marketing program that includes advertising, direct mail and a national sweepstakes. By visiting a Mercedes-Benz dealership and signing up, the public can enter to win a grand prize which includes a $5,000 shopping spree at Saks Fifth Avenue, round-trip first class airfare for two to New York City and a two-night stay at the Ritz Carlton. A $1,500 Saks Fifth Avenue Electronic G Card will be awarded to the runner-up. A total of six grand prize winners (one per region) and six runner-up winners will be selected.
In addition to its commitment to Saks Fifth Avenue's KEY TO THE CURE, MBUSA supports organizations oriented around educating and empowering future generations, particularly those who are underserved. Through its philanthropic program, MBUSA partners with organizations that help women and the causes or issues that are important to them. The company donates money and resources to charitable organizations on a national and local basis and involves employees in hands-on volunteer activities. Through a variety of charities, corporate sponsorships, diversity relations programs, community events and women's initiatives, MBUSA supports the communities in which employees live and work. Philanthropic initiatives are reviewed and implemented through MBUSA corporate headquarters in Montvale, N.J. and through six regional offices around the country.
Mercedes-Benz USA
Mercedes-Benz USA, headquartered in Montvale, N.J., is responsible for the sales, service and marketing of Mercedes-Benz and Maybach vehicles in the United States. The company employs approximately 1,500 people in 20 locations across the U.S. Mercedes-Benz sold 213,225 vehicles in the U.S. during 2002, setting the highest sales volume in its history.
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Source: Mercedes-Benz USA
CLICK HERE for a link to the press release
Car for the Cure: MBUSA Builds CLK500 Cabriolets To Raise Funds For Women's Cancer Initiative
Tuesday August 19, 2:26 pm ET
Over $1 Million Expected Through Sale of 2004 Cabriolets for Saks Fifth Avenue's KEY TO THE CURE
SANTA BARBARA, Calif., Aug. 19 /PRNewswire/ -- In conjunction with the launch of its all-new 2004 CLK Cabriolet which was unveiled to the media today in Santa Barbara, Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) announced that it has produced a special version of its CLK500 Cabriolet to raise funds for Saks Fifth Avenue's KEY TO THE CURE, a women's cancer initiative developed in partnership with the Entertainment Industry Foundation's (EIF) Women's Cancer Research Fund. As part of the philanthropic partnership with Saks Fifth Avenue, MBUSA expects to donate over $1 million through the sale of 850 exclusive CLK500 Cabriolets which will begin arriving at MBUSA dealerships shortly. The collaboration will benefit more than 60 charitable programs dedicated to finding new treatments and a cure for women's cancers nationwide, including EIF's Women's Cancer Research Foundation Fund and The Women's Health Fund at UCLA.
"Based on the phenomenal demand for its predecessor, the new 2004 CLK is going to be one of the most sought-after cabriolets on the market," said Michelle Cervantez, vice president, marketing for Mercedes-Benz USA. "It's all about the good life, enjoying life and living well in every sense of the word. In that spirit, we designed a special fleet of CLK500 Cabriolets for Saks Fifth Avenue's KEY TO THE CURE to help combat one of the biggest threats to women's health in this country."
Based on the stylish lines of the new-generation CLK coupe launched last year, the 2004 CLK Cabriolet is available in three models: the V6-powered CLK320, the V8-powered CLK500 Cabriolet, and the powerful CLK55 AMG Cabriolet, all of which feature the fully automatic soft top and sensor-controlled pop-up roll bars disguised as two rear head restraints. Not only is the convertible top fully automatic for the first time on the CLK, but it can now also be operated remotely using the SmartKey.
The specially designed CLK500 Cabriolet, built for Saks Fifth Avenue's KEY TO THE CURE, includes a unique combination of features and options and is equipped with 17-inch AMG 5-double-spoke wheels with high performance tires, designo Mocha Black exterior color, luxurious Stone Nappa leather interior, ash wood trim, ash wood and leather steering wheel and shift knob, Alcantara headliner, heated seats, Bi-Xenon headlamps and eight-speaker Bose AudioPilot Digital Sound System with CD changer, just to name a few. Powered by a 302-horsepower, 5.0-liter V-8 engine with driver-adaptive electronic 5-speed automatic transmission with touch shift control, the specially designed CLK500 is a spirited performer. The manufacturer's suggested retail price for this special model is $67,250.
During Saks Fifth Avenue's KEY TO THE CURE shopping weekend (September 17-20, 2003), one CLK500 will be available at each Mercedes-Benz USA dealership nationwide and one vehicle will be displayed at each Saks Fifth Avenue store. A percentage of Saks' shopping weekend sales will be donated to national and local breast and women's reproductive cancer research centers. Celebrity ambassador for the initiative, actress Nicole Kidman, has also teamed up with Saks Fifth Avenue, MBUSA and the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA to help raise funds and awareness to fight women's cancers. She will appear in a national public service announcement (PSA) during Fashion Week wearing Saks Fifth Avenue's KEY TO THE CURE T-shirt designed by Stella McCartney.
"All of us at Saks Fifth Avenue are very excited about partnering with Mercedes-Benz to raise funds for KEY TO THE CURE -- to help improve women's lives," said Christina Johnson, president & CEO, Saks Fifth Avenue. "With the sale of the specially designed CLK500 Cabriolets, we hope to give back to the community and help combat breast and other reproductive cancers."
MBUSA will support the initiative with a national marketing program that includes advertising, direct mail and a national sweepstakes. By visiting a Mercedes-Benz dealership and signing up, the public can enter to win a grand prize which includes a $5,000 shopping spree at Saks Fifth Avenue, round-trip first class airfare for two to New York City and a two-night stay at the Ritz Carlton. A $1,500 Saks Fifth Avenue Electronic G Card will be awarded to the runner-up. A total of six grand prize winners (one per region) and six runner-up winners will be selected.
In addition to its commitment to Saks Fifth Avenue's KEY TO THE CURE, MBUSA supports organizations oriented around educating and empowering future generations, particularly those who are underserved. Through its philanthropic program, MBUSA partners with organizations that help women and the causes or issues that are important to them. The company donates money and resources to charitable organizations on a national and local basis and involves employees in hands-on volunteer activities. Through a variety of charities, corporate sponsorships, diversity relations programs, community events and women's initiatives, MBUSA supports the communities in which employees live and work. Philanthropic initiatives are reviewed and implemented through MBUSA corporate headquarters in Montvale, N.J. and through six regional offices around the country.
Mercedes-Benz USA
Mercedes-Benz USA, headquartered in Montvale, N.J., is responsible for the sales, service and marketing of Mercedes-Benz and Maybach vehicles in the United States. The company employs approximately 1,500 people in 20 locations across the U.S. Mercedes-Benz sold 213,225 vehicles in the U.S. during 2002, setting the highest sales volume in its history.
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Source: Mercedes-Benz USA
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08-20-2003, 02:34 PM
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Picking up my Special Edition CLK500A right NOW
I'm at the dealership right now, waiting to pick mine up. Just bought one (@ sticker 
) on the spot after getting a call last night that one had just arrived on the truck (and was available - I had put down $1k a few weeks ago to hold one if it arrived, pending seeing it in person to see if I liked it).
(This is the special limited edition "Saks Fifth Avenue" Designo Mocha model for cancer research).
I'll post pictures and the window sticker if anyone's interested.
in answer to my own questions/mystries above, the car does have stone (light tan) interior, does have headlight washers and bixenons. It has the 17" AMG 5-spoke double-spoke wheels. The official picture on mercedes sight is very misleading and shows what looks to be wrong interior color along with no headlight washers or bixenons and the exterior color does not come through well on that pic.
So, I wasn't sure i'd like it when I went to see it this a.m.... was worried it would look more brown than black and wasn't sure the Designo interior accents would add much.
BUT, it is gorgeous IMO. It looks completely metallic black but for the VERY slightest hint of "chocolate" in certain light. Best way to tell this was to put the black softtop up and compare... it looked like the same color except with direct sun at a certain angle. the interior accents with special wood , ("Ash wood trim") are awesome, and little touches like suede headliner, special mats, Ash on steering wheel and shift knob... it's incredibly classy. I've always liked dark exterior with light interior, especially in a convertible.
Taking delivery in 2 hours after detailing and inspection so I'll post more later if anyone wants more info.
) on the spot after getting a call last night that one had just arrived on the truck (and was available - I had put down $1k a few weeks ago to hold one if it arrived, pending seeing it in person to see if I liked it). (This is the special limited edition "Saks Fifth Avenue" Designo Mocha model for cancer research).
I'll post pictures and the window sticker if anyone's interested.
in answer to my own questions/mystries above, the car does have stone (light tan) interior, does have headlight washers and bixenons. It has the 17" AMG 5-spoke double-spoke wheels. The official picture on mercedes sight is very misleading and shows what looks to be wrong interior color along with no headlight washers or bixenons and the exterior color does not come through well on that pic.
So, I wasn't sure i'd like it when I went to see it this a.m.... was worried it would look more brown than black and wasn't sure the Designo interior accents would add much.
BUT, it is gorgeous IMO. It looks completely metallic black but for the VERY slightest hint of "chocolate" in certain light. Best way to tell this was to put the black softtop up and compare... it looked like the same color except with direct sun at a certain angle. the interior accents with special wood , ("Ash wood trim") are awesome, and little touches like suede headliner, special mats, Ash on steering wheel and shift knob... it's incredibly classy. I've always liked dark exterior with light interior, especially in a convertible.
Taking delivery in 2 hours after detailing and inspection so I'll post more later if anyone wants more info.
08-20-2003, 04:07 PM
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'02 CLK 430, '02 ML 55, several Harleys
500 special edition
Just two more hours til my 500 Cab Special edition is delivered to my home. Saw it for the first time today, beautiful, awesome color, nappa leather unbelievable.
03 clk 500 Coupe will be gone, replaced with the new 04 500 Cab
can't wait, playing hooky the rest of the week to put on some miles ..... see ya in the wind
03 clk 500 Coupe will be gone, replaced with the new 04 500 Cab
can't wait, playing hooky the rest of the week to put on some miles ..... see ya in the wind
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08-20-2003, 09:34 PM
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07-02-2014, 06:18 PM
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And here we are... 11 years later....
I was just able to find this limited edition Saks Fifth Avenue Designo Cabriolet in creampuff condition with everything working!
and NO gas guzzler tax to pay!
Anyone know how many of these babies were actually made?
I was just able to find this limited edition Saks Fifth Avenue Designo Cabriolet in creampuff condition with everything working!
and NO gas guzzler tax to pay!
Anyone know how many of these babies were actually made?
07-02-2014, 06:39 PM
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come on! Post some pics of this baby!
07-02-2014, 07:29 PM
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pics were posted in the original posting by joshg
Price then was minimum 68k, plus donation.
now, 11 years later, with no one remembering the original sales campaign..
11k !
I'm wondering how many others are running around.. and how many were actually built.
Toss my Garmin on the dash, pandora linked via FM transmitter and I'm good to go!
what a SWEET ride!
Price then was minimum 68k, plus donation.
now, 11 years later, with no one remembering the original sales campaign..
11k !
I'm wondering how many others are running around.. and how many were actually built.
Toss my Garmin on the dash, pandora linked via FM transmitter and I'm good to go!
what a SWEET ride!
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