Anyone selling there W208 55s?
04-21-2006, 09:40 AM
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Jeez what is wrong with you all... just let it sliiiiide... arguing about car prices in another country on an internet forum is really not worth the effort...
now get your asses back ON TOPIC and find me a CLK55 for 23k US dollars... hehe
now get your asses back ON TOPIC and find me a CLK55 for 23k US dollars... hehe
04-24-2006, 01:07 PM
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Greetings,
I am not sure whether you've found what you are looking for- BUT! I listed my vehicle a several weeks back (ebay) and really got frustrated with the process. (Long story which I will be GLAD to tell is anyone interested.
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Point, I still have my 2001 CLK55 with 12,500 miles... Black with black and its condition is excellent. I am about to perform the B service so the vehicle will have a clean bill of health. The options are as listed below and I would be glad to email you photos. It has been garaged since inception and driven on weekends.
Let me know!
While I have already experienced the AMG vs MB comparison in my ML and C classes(W203), I just dont think the timing is right for me to own a CLK55... If I was looking for the power I would be looking at C32s in the low $20ks and then doing a pulley upgrade for 400hp but I would rather have some money to save, and buy a house as rental property. In the long run that will mean more AMGs for me... If I find a CLK55 in the next couple months COOL, if not there are certainly some STELLAR deals on CLK430s around here. I can afford to be more picky with what I want in a lesser engine level. Such as a fully loaded CLK430 vs an otherwise empty 55... Who knows maybe a 430 will be what I drive for now but a kleeman package could be on the horizon? Then your all in trouble, haha[/QUOTE]
I am not sure whether you've found what you are looking for- BUT! I listed my vehicle a several weeks back (ebay) and really got frustrated with the process. (Long story which I will be GLAD to tell is anyone interested.
)Point, I still have my 2001 CLK55 with 12,500 miles... Black with black and its condition is excellent. I am about to perform the B service so the vehicle will have a clean bill of health. The options are as listed below and I would be glad to email you photos. It has been garaged since inception and driven on weekends.
Let me know!
While I have already experienced the AMG vs MB comparison in my ML and C classes(W203), I just dont think the timing is right for me to own a CLK55... If I was looking for the power I would be looking at C32s in the low $20ks and then doing a pulley upgrade for 400hp but I would rather have some money to save, and buy a house as rental property. In the long run that will mean more AMGs for me... If I find a CLK55 in the next couple months COOL, if not there are certainly some STELLAR deals on CLK430s around here. I can afford to be more picky with what I want in a lesser engine level. Such as a fully loaded CLK430 vs an otherwise empty 55... Who knows maybe a 430 will be what I drive for now but a kleeman package could be on the horizon? Then your all in trouble, haha[/QUOTE]
04-24-2006, 04:08 PM
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Originally Posted by 55fanatic
I have been mulling over the idea of picking up a W208 CLK 430 and a number of friends keep pressuring me in to the 55, so I thought I would look to see who might be selling... there isnt a large selection in my area to choose from.
04-24-2006, 10:47 PM
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Originally Posted by nex
A CLK 55 will sell at about $130,000 MSRP CAD. I started my comment above by stating that I am from Canada, and they go for a lot higher then anywhere else. And you most likely will not go for it because of the cost. I do not expect anyone from the States to look twice at any cars from Canada due to the price difference. You can rag me all you would like about listing it high but here it isn't high on our market place. You have to think about this! You can buy most cars almost 20-30% cheaper down in the States.
So nex, why the heck is there a 20-30% price differential? Especially if wages are, comparatively-speaking, "equal"? That makes no sense whatsoever ... I would think every Canadian would just jump over the border and buy one if that were true (let me guess - you're not allowed to buy cars in the States and bring them back over the border).
04-24-2006, 11:51 PM
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I think it doesnt refer directly to car cost usually price difference is due to taxes. US prices are always a bit lower than EU counter parts due to the fact that us americans buy and upgrade things all the time. So if you check digi camera prices they are about 10-20% cheaper than germany 30-60% cheaper than greece, italy etc.
04-25-2006, 12:08 AM
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Originally Posted by nzholmes
I will get back to you with pictures, as I am out of town. Price, I am asking 23,500
04-25-2006, 03:32 PM
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04-25-2006, 06:02 PM
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Originally Posted by scrapes55
Scene for scene.
Classic!!!
04-26-2006, 06:23 PM
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Originally Posted by Stiggs
You know that cripple fight is the same as the fight between Rowdy Rodey Piper and the black guy in the movie "They Live".
Scene for scene.
Classic!!!
Scene for scene.
Classic!!!
Now onto the topic at hand. Was 2002 or 2003 the last year of the W208 55? I know they started the W209 non-AMGs in 2003 but for some reason I thought it was another year before the W209 55's came out. Also is there much difference between buying an 01 vs 02? I'm planning on buying a W208 AMG but not for another year or so. Hang on to my beater until I'm finishing college then graduate with a nice AMG.
04-26-2006, 06:51 PM
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Originally Posted by hellcat
Thats why that fight looks so familiar.
Now onto the topic at hand. Was 2002 or 2003 the last year of the W208 55? I know they started the W209 non-AMGs in 2003 but for some reason I thought it was another year before the W209 55's came out. Also is there much difference between buying an 01 vs 02? I'm planning on buying a W208 AMG but not for another year or so. Hang on to my beater until I'm finishing college then graduate with a nice AMG.
Now onto the topic at hand. Was 2002 or 2003 the last year of the W208 55? I know they started the W209 non-AMGs in 2003 but for some reason I thought it was another year before the W209 55's came out. Also is there much difference between buying an 01 vs 02? I'm planning on buying a W208 AMG but not for another year or so. Hang on to my beater until I'm finishing college then graduate with a nice AMG.
I believe the 2003 CLK55 convertible had the W208 body!
04-27-2006, 01:03 AM
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I love the idea of a supercharged CLK55 but to be honest I would NEVER buy a car with HPS products on it. You may have had a great time with yours but I've heard so many horrendous things about that company back when they used to be represented on this board. I wouldn't touch their products with a 10 foot pole.
04-27-2006, 03:14 AM
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Originally Posted by 55fanatic
guys guys guys... I will not be with out AN AMG... I AM keeping the ML55, my mom will be selling her 93 camry off with in a couple months, so instead of her buying another toyota product... I would rather her get in to my ML55(she will be much easier with it than I) and I am looking at vehicles now.
Once I have a job I could theoretically spend as much as I want as I do live at home and will only have a cell phone, car, and insurance payment to make. I would prefer to spend as little as possible on a vehicle. But being as spoiled as I am have some limits...
Once I have a job I could theoretically spend as much as I want as I do live at home and will only have a cell phone, car, and insurance payment to make. I would prefer to spend as little as possible on a vehicle. But being as spoiled as I am have some limits...
Dude, how old are you if you don't mind me asking.. Shame on you if you are over the age of 18, leeching off of your parents and let your mom drive a 93 Toyota Camry while you cruise in an AMG! My recommendation for you is to buy a car that you can afford without mommy and daddy's help with the down payment.
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04-27-2006, 06:38 AM
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Originally Posted by hellcat
Thats why that fight looks so familiar.
Now onto the topic at hand. Was 2002 or 2003 the last year of the W208 55? I know they started the W209 non-AMGs in 2003 but for some reason I thought it was another year before the W209 55's came out. Also is there much difference between buying an 01 vs 02? I'm planning on buying a W208 AMG but not for another year or so. Hang on to my beater until I'm finishing college then graduate with a nice AMG.
Now onto the topic at hand. Was 2002 or 2003 the last year of the W208 55? I know they started the W209 non-AMGs in 2003 but for some reason I thought it was another year before the W209 55's came out. Also is there much difference between buying an 01 vs 02? I'm planning on buying a W208 AMG but not for another year or so. Hang on to my beater until I'm finishing college then graduate with a nice AMG.
04-27-2006, 06:39 AM
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Originally Posted by Stiggs
I have a 2003 CLK55 and it has the W209 body style...see sig.
I believe the 2003 CLK55 convertible had the W208 body!
I believe the 2003 CLK55 convertible had the W208 body!
04-27-2006, 06:46 AM
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Originally Posted by XPRO.US
Dude, how old are you if you don't mind me asking.. Shame on you if you are over the age of 18, leeching off of your parents and let your mom drive a 93 Toyota Camry while you cruise in an AMG! My recommendation for you is to buy a car that you can afford without mommy and daddy's help with the down payment.
04-27-2006, 11:39 AM
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Hellcat,
For one, I try to share my issues, but try not to bad mouth. When I first installed the hps it did fine, just loud.
I moved to my Powerdyne and love it.
Its not the HPS quality, its the people(person) in sales/marketing. In the Mercedes world you need to be honest and do what you will say you will do.
The new gen 2 HPS looks great, but I hear the performance improvements are not that great. I am not an expert and have not seen it run.
have fun
For one, I try to share my issues, but try not to bad mouth. When I first installed the hps it did fine, just loud.
I moved to my Powerdyne and love it.
Its not the HPS quality, its the people(person) in sales/marketing. In the Mercedes world you need to be honest and do what you will say you will do.
The new gen 2 HPS looks great, but I hear the performance improvements are not that great. I am not an expert and have not seen it run.
have fun
04-27-2006, 03:34 PM
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Dude, I apologize if my previous post seems harsh and I didn't meant for it to come out that way. It's just that I've seen chumps sporting nice cars while their parents work their *** off to support the habit. More power to you, and I think you should go for it.
04-27-2006, 03:59 PM
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Originally Posted by 55fanatic
guys guys guys... I will not be with out AN AMG... I AM keeping the ML55, my mom will be selling her 93 camry off with in a couple months, so instead of her buying another toyota product... I would rather her get in to my ML55(she will be much easier with it than I) and I am looking at vehicles now.
Once I have a job I could theoretically spend as much as I want as I do live at home and will only have a cell phone, car, and insurance payment to make. I would prefer to spend as little as possible on a vehicle. But being as spoiled as I am have some limits...
Originally my choice was a new 350Z or G35, I then opened it up to used vehicles, which point a 330 coupe with stick came in to the picture. I then hesitatingly opened up to the idea of a CLK... My ML experience has left a far from nice taste in my mouth for MB products and still worries me when I think about a CLK...
While I have already experienced the AMG vs MB comparison in my ML and C classes(W203), I just dont think the timing is right for me to own a CLK55... If I was looking for the power I would be looking at C32s in the low $20ks and then doing a pulley upgrade for 400hp but I would rather have some money to save, and buy a house as rental property. In the long run that will mean more AMGs for me... If I find a CLK55 in the next couple months COOL, if not there are certainly some STELLAR deals on CLK430s around here. I can afford to be more picky with what I want in a lesser engine level. Such as a fully loaded CLK430 vs an otherwise empty 55... Who knows maybe a 430 will be what I drive for now but a kleeman package could be on the horizon? Then your all in trouble, haha
Once I have a job I could theoretically spend as much as I want as I do live at home and will only have a cell phone, car, and insurance payment to make. I would prefer to spend as little as possible on a vehicle. But being as spoiled as I am have some limits...
Originally my choice was a new 350Z or G35, I then opened it up to used vehicles, which point a 330 coupe with stick came in to the picture. I then hesitatingly opened up to the idea of a CLK... My ML experience has left a far from nice taste in my mouth for MB products and still worries me when I think about a CLK...
While I have already experienced the AMG vs MB comparison in my ML and C classes(W203), I just dont think the timing is right for me to own a CLK55... If I was looking for the power I would be looking at C32s in the low $20ks and then doing a pulley upgrade for 400hp but I would rather have some money to save, and buy a house as rental property. In the long run that will mean more AMGs for me... If I find a CLK55 in the next couple months COOL, if not there are certainly some STELLAR deals on CLK430s around here. I can afford to be more picky with what I want in a lesser engine level. Such as a fully loaded CLK430 vs an otherwise empty 55... Who knows maybe a 430 will be what I drive for now but a kleeman package could be on the horizon? Then your all in trouble, haha
I have an Idea Put a down payment on a house, or invest, or.... Graduate from high School
04-27-2006, 04:31 PM
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Originally Posted by whitepony
I have an Idea Put a down payment on a house, or invest, or.... Graduate from high School
I will be purchasing something a little cheaper per month but more importantly something that uses less gas and doesnt need nearly as much maintenance as my ML55...
04-27-2006, 05:21 PM
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Originally Posted by Chappy
For the U.S. Market, it was only made for 2001 and 2002, differences are minor.
