benz_novice

After searching for more than six months for an AMG, I finally purchased one. This is a my first Mercedes ever. I bought a 2001 CLK55 coupe with 77K miles from the second owner for about $10K.

The car is all original. The airdam/bumper cover needs attention, and the right front fender has a minor dent-- which I am hoping I can get fixed well enough with paint-less dent removal. There is no paintwork on the car, and I'd like to keep it that way.

It's definitely a blast to drive!

hyperion667

welcome and congrats dude

first off, that's a nice looking car; and AMG to boot eh?

the dreaded 'did I overpay' question.......the answer is....

the hell with it! it's a done deal right? and if the car makes you
happy then it wasn't too much money!!!
no regrets, and enjoy your new beast........that not many folks get to experience

douwe22

Congrats on the car, looks in good shape, as long you are happy with it then I don't think you overpaid just enjoy the ride.

benz_novice

My side kick seems right at home.

hyperion667

is that a hairless cat??? LOL, freaky

GatorMB

You did fine on my opinion, My 02 was 10,900 with 130K, and in need of TLC.
l complained a bit and made it 9k.
I don't believe a strong CLK55 candidate will get below 10K for quite a while.
Nice ride and welcome aboard, These cars are like. no other!!!

All the best, Gator


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Redw20855amg

Damn guys what's my red 2001 with a blower and w209 AMG brakes worth 127k or so

benz_novice

Yes, It's a "Sphynx", or if you prefer, hairless cat. He likes the car.

I'm VERY happy with it. No buyer remorse. It's a LOT of performance for only $10K. I can't think of anything that would offer more fun and value for that price.

It had been serviced at the same dealer since new. I got a print out of all the service records, and it looks like it may need engine mounts and a steering dampener soon-- based on the comments in the service records. At 70k miles they said the engine mounts had collapsed. I'm not familiar enough with the way they should look to be able to tell from my own examination. Pads and rotors were all replaced in the last 10K miles.

beefstallionAMG

Beautiful car! I would have to say the original owner paid too much. I have an almost identical black w208 clk55 with two tone interior that stickered for $76k. $10k 11 years later is a bargain.

Nachtsturm

You did find on terms of price. Huge fan of the cat pic. Its creepily awesome.

neilbo75

These cars are well built - especially the motor - so you should get many dividends on that investment.

PS like the cat, I like that interior!