CLK-Class (W209) 2003 on: CLK 270 CDI, CLK 200K, CLK 200 CGI, CLK 240, CLK 320, CLK 350, CLK 500, CLK 550 [Coupes & Cabriolets]

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Old Mar 20, 2002 | 06:20 PM
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So why is every one so upset with the yet unseen CLK (209)?

I've had one (CLK500) on order since last june. I am pleased to see the return of the pillar less design. Over the years I have seen many new MBZ models that took time and/or seeing in person to appreciate. Back in 1978 I visited my dealer to buy a 450SE. I saw a new (then) 280 CE in the showroom and bought it instead. I still have the car (Though it will have to go to make garage space for the CLK500) and it is common for people to leave notes on the car asking if I want to sell it. Back in 1978 the reaction to the 123 coupes was mixed. So I say that time will tell if we have another classic coupe in the 209. I thinks we will.
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Old Mar 20, 2002 | 08:55 PM
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Geeez... are you done venting? You need to take it easy man! lol!:p
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Old Mar 20, 2002 | 09:44 PM
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well, there is a good psychological reason to dislike it...

but actually, if you look at the poll that musfather posted, most people thinks it's pretty good! so all the noise complaining about it is a minority point of view.
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Old Apr 9, 2002 | 01:01 PM
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2002 mercedes clk coupe
new clk kinda look cheezy like freaken solora from the back

however its a benz, anything that benz makes its good so like it or leave it

not happy with new clk get new cl

or the new s class in 2004 coming with new style

enough said

late
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Old Apr 19, 2002 | 07:03 AM
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you know what i'd like to get my hands on?

A perfectly maintained 300 CE - 24 with AMG package.

oooooh baby, this car still makes me drool!!!!
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Old Apr 19, 2002 | 11:13 AM
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Originally posted by Ahmed
you know what i'd like to get my hands on?

A perfectly maintained 300 CE - 24 with AMG package.

oooooh baby, this car still makes me drool!!!!
I had a black one and I regret getting rid of it- I did have many problems with it- transmission, electronics, etc. But once it was fixed- what a cherry.
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