Inspecting a 2006 CLK55--what to look for?
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Inspecting a 2006 CLK55--what to look for?
Hi all, we have an "agreed" price on a CLK55 'vert pending inspection tomorrow.
What should we look for? I hear the diffs can leak, and the brake MC can stick. Anything else?
It drives really well, although it's slightly creakier than others we've driven. I hear there are rubber things you can replace in the top to seal it up better, any links to that?
Very excited!
What should we look for? I hear the diffs can leak, and the brake MC can stick. Anything else?
It drives really well, although it's slightly creakier than others we've driven. I hear there are rubber things you can replace in the top to seal it up better, any links to that?
Very excited!
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The AMG suspension is a bit stiffer than the average Benz, The springs will creak and take some getting used to. The convertible chassis will flex a bit more and has x-tra support braces to accomodate harsh environments.
If the engine/drivetrain are suitable than you have a benchmark car.
The creaks are worth the flight!!
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If the engine/drivetrain are suitable than you have a benchmark car.
The creaks are worth the flight!!
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Motor mounts
Valve colver oil leaks
Crank Position Sensor
Tranny electrical connector leak
are all 'common' problems.
Most of these can be fixed yourself for under $100/each.
Mounts at a shop can probably run $500-800?
Motor mounts
Valve colver oil leaks
Crank Position Sensor
Tranny electrical connector leak
are all 'common' problems.
Most of these can be fixed yourself for under $100/each.
Mounts at a shop can probably run $500-800?
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For cosmetic issues take a look at the clock and temp gauge in the speedometer. Those LCDs are known for having a few pixels go out. It can be a pretty easy fix (couple hundred bucks) if you find someone that knows what they're doing and reseats the cables- or else the dealer would charge you X,XXX for a new speedo. If it doesn't bother you then no harm.
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It's got 55k on it. Everything looks pretty straightforward...but of course if something does go wrong it's gonna be like WHOA so I'm doing my due diligence fo sho!
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