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Old 06-13-2011, 12:10 AM
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Can I get some CLK BS owners feedback on this listing.

I'm in the market for something new and a CLK BS is on my radar. I just sold my CLS55 and my Nissan GTR deal just fell through. Pricing seems awfully low on this listing. Car looks stunning. Any feedback would be appreciated. I may have to pull a quick trigger on this baby after I get my eyes on it and review all mods w/ a fine tooth comb. Thanks

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Accident reported in October 2008 and then Steering/suspension checked Feb 2009 tells me there is a problem.

Would be careful about GMG as I presume they have done very little in the way of black series tuning.
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So much for "flawless" as the listing says.
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Accident reported in October 2008 and then Steering/suspension checked Feb 2009 tells me there is a problem.

Would be careful about GMG as I presume they have done very little in the way of black series tuning.
Yeah and from the listing:

Limited Slip Rear End Upgrade ( stock CLK's do not have LSD
Apparently the OEM LSD unit in the BS wasn't good enough for these guys.
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88-300CE TWIN TURBO, 99-C43, 05-G55K, 71-280SL, 94-E320 CAB, 08 CLK63 BLACK SERIES
Keep on looking...
Better to locate a stock unmodified BS.
Market at the moment seems to be around $85K +/- range for a proper low mileage CPO'd unit...
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Originally Posted by Roseylv
I'm in the market for something new and a CLK BS is on my radar. I just sold my CLS55 and my Nissan GTR deal just fell through. Pricing seems awfully low on this listing. Car looks stunning. Any feedback would be appreciated. I may have to pull a quick trigger on this baby after I get my eyes on it and review all mods w/ a fine tooth comb. Thanks

http://www.cars.com/go/search/detail...5&aff=national
Look here:

https://mbworld.org/forums/clk63-bla...-interest.html

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Thanks for the feedback guys.

I'll walk on this one... but it's certainly a beauty w/ those HRE's

thebishman,
Sorry, 80k is out of my range at the moment. I'd shift my focus to 2012 GTR at that range. GLWS & I'll certainly let you know if I change my mind.
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The availability of unmodified examples is drying up as well. Been seeing prices on the rise over the past few months. Definitely the time to jump on a well-taken care of example. The introduction of the C63 Black Series will also likely shed some light on the CLK63 BS market as awareness of the Black line-up increases.
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I saw a Black car displayed outside of Phillips on Coast Hwy in Newport Beach ... driving by, didn't stop to get specifics.

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Originally Posted by Roseylv
Thanks for the feedback guys.

I'll walk on this one... but it's certainly a beauty w/ those HRE's

thebishman,
Sorry, 80k is out of my range at the moment. I'd shift my focus to 2012 GTR at that range. GLWS & I'll certainly let you know if I change my mind.
i think u should get the GTR.....the BS is not for you
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i think u should get the GTR.....the BS is not for you
I agree with this... anything too much under 80 and there's something wrong with the car. The bishman's black is probably the best value on the market right now.
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I'd assume you BS guys would have the same thoughts on this listing. I'm not even seeing the VIN...

http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.js...standard=false
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Originally Posted by Roseylv
I'd assume you BS guys would have the same thoughts on this listing. I'm not even seeing the VIN...

http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.js...standard=false
In the end you get what you pay for. If you can't afford the car at 80K, picking up on for 67K from an obviously inaccurate ad will ultimately just leave you disappointed.
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Originally Posted by ecampbell
In the end you get what you pay for. If you can't afford the car at 80K, picking up on for 67K from an obviously inaccurate ad will ultimately just leave you disappointed.
I think u should just get a GTR.....like I said the BS, any BS, is not for u.
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You should wait until the c63 BS arrive in a few months. Prices may change as Clk63 BS owners look to trade in their cars.
Or get the GTR now. It's not very pleasant to look at but it will outperform 99% of the cars you see on the road.
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You should wait until the c63 BS arrive in a few months. Prices may change as Clk63 BS owners look to trade in their cars.
Or get the GTR now. It's not very pleasant to look at but it will outperform 99% of the cars you see on the road.
I don't think a lot of current CLK BS owners will trade for a smaller C63 BS. Drive a current C63 AMG and you'll understand why.

This was just released by MB, no mention of a BS.

C-Class Sedan (September)

Restyled four-door sedan with new direct-injection 4- and 6-cylinder engines, more fuel-efficient 7-speed automatic transmission, aluminum hood and increased standard equipment including HD radio, rain-sensing wipers, integrated garage door opener, auto-dimming mirrors, USB interface and integrated compass.
Exterior updates include new headlights, LED DRL's and taillights, bumpers and grille.
A completely redesigned interior features a color instrument cluster display, new headunit (described above) w/fixed 5.8" screen, avail. PARKTRONIC w/Parking Assist
New safety features includes standard ATTENTION ASSIST, ADAPTIVE BRAKE with HOLD function and available Adaptive Highbeam Assist, Lane Keeping Assist and Blind Spot Assist.
C250 Sport/Luxury: new direct-injection 1.8-liter 4-cylinder turbo (201 hp, 229 lb.-ft.)
C300 4MATIC Sport/Luxury: continues with existing 3.0-liter V6 (228 hp, 221 lb-ft) and standard all-wheel drive.
C350 Sport: new direct-injection 3.5-liter V6 (302 hp, 273 lb.-ft.)
C63 AMG: receives AMG 7-speed Multi-Clutch Transmission (MCT) and continues with naturally-aspirated 6.3-liter V8 (451 hp, 443 lb-ft) and optimized suspension. Optional AMG Development Package yields 481 hp.
C-Class Coupe (September)

New two-door coupe debuts with bold AMG styling, standard panorama sunroof, steering wheel shift paddles, split-folding rear-seats, front seats with integrated headrests and driver memory plus a fuel-efficient 7-speed automatic transmission as well as the other technology highlights of the sedan.
C250 Sport: new direct-injection 1.8-liter 4-cylinder turbo (201 hp, 229 lb.-ft.) and 17inch 5-spoke alloy wheels
C350 Sport: new direct-injection 3.5-liter V6 (302 hp, 273 lb.-ft.) and 17-inch AMG twin 5-spoke alloy wheels, rear trunk spoiler
C63 AMG: features hand-built naturally-aspirated 6.3-liter V8 (451 hp, 443 lb-ft), AMG 7-speed MCT and 18-inch twin 5-spoke alloy wheels. Optional AMG Development Package yields 481 hp.

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Originally Posted by LOVEMYBS
I don't think a lot of current CLK BS owners will trade for a smaller C63 BS. Drive a current C63 AMG and you'll understand why.
I'm with you. If anything I expect prices of CLK63 Blacks to increase with the release of a new C63 Black. Awareness of the Black Series name will drive some increase in demand for a car that (arguably) looks better and will be $30-40k cheaper than the C63. The supply of CLK63's continues to dry as more "long-term" purchasers that couldn't pick one up new, get their hands on it. Unmolested/unmodified examples will be even rarer. The long term prognosis on CLK Black prices is still in the air, but it's promising that prices have held or increased since I bought mine last year. I've put 6000 miles in that year, and I could probably sell it for what I gave. The only thing I would consider replacing it with is a SLS, and I'd much rather have both than let go of the black. Now...about that SLS Black.

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Not giving up yet!
Can someone please run a VIN check on this BS for me. WDBTJ77H68F233063
For the record, "out of Budget" does not mean Can't afford. I have seen some folks get lucky on a used listing here and there. With proper due dillegence, patience and luck can pay off.

Hey Doc,
I'll be sure to refer my friends to your practice :-)
not sure why you're bashing my interest in a beautiful car. If the car isn't right at the end of the day, I'll walk! I just don't want a potential long shot of a deal to slip through.
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Dude, I am trying to help you but FFS look up your own VIN number as there are many sites that will provide the info to you. 5 or 10 bucks is cheap insurance.....
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Originally Posted by Roseylv
Not giving up yet!
Can someone please run a VIN check on this BS for me. WDBTJ77H68F233063
For the record, "out of Budget" does not mean Can't afford. I have seen some folks get lucky on a used listing here and there. With proper due dillegence, patience and luck can pay off.

Hey Doc,
I'll be sure to refer my friends to your practice :-)
not sure why you're bashing my interest in a beautiful car. If the car isn't right at the end of the day, I'll walk! I just don't want a potential long shot of a deal to slip through.
I hope they don't need me.

Maybe "bash" is too strong a word, don't u think? What Im poking at is maybe u should do your own legwork instead of having guys here do the work for u, so u getting a GTR will spare us all. Bashing?....it seems not.
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Originally Posted by LOVEMYBS
I don't think a lot of current CLK BS owners will trade for a smaller C63 BS. .
Here's one:
https://mbworld.org/forums/clk63-bla...ck-series.html

and it's a beautiful car

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