CLK Black Series or CL63
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2005 SL55 AMG, 2004 CL500, 2007 CLS63 AMG
CLK Black Series or CL63
I am thinking of a Black Series CLK or a CL 63 (early non twin turbo engine)
Any major issues that I need to be aware of for each model, like the ABC horror stories I read on the SL (R230's)?
Appreciate the input.
Any major issues that I need to be aware of for each model, like the ABC horror stories I read on the SL (R230's)?
Appreciate the input.
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He said CL not CLS, CL63's are pretty rare too just not as rare, raw and not nearly the performance of the CLK BS. The CL is a big GT, sorta heavy, with 4 seats. Two entirely different cars for two entirely different demographics.
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I wouldn't even attempt to compare the two. Ask yourself what you really want the car to do for you / what void you're trying to fill (or problem you're trying to solve). When you know that, you'll instantly have a decision made between the CLK63 BS and the CL63.
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If you can get a CL600 I would say go for it. Upgrade with Speeddriven kits and it will be a missile. It will never have the zippyness of the CLK though, it's a big car but the interior is too good.
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As much as the siren lore of owning a 600 calls, I will not be tempted to smash myself against the hidden rocks of financial destruction. I far prefer to read the odysseys of braver folk than I who choose to challenge the gremlin gods of 600.
As for the CL vs. the CLK methinks the Black would be best. But a new competitor has appeared on the horizon, an R8V10. Standby for more...
As for the CL vs. the CLK methinks the Black would be best. But a new competitor has appeared on the horizon, an R8V10. Standby for more...
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Unfortunately, you miss out on AMG's tuning (suspension, steering, brakes, stability), though. The CL63 isn't just an engine dropped in a CL body... It's much more than that.
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CLK 63 AMG Black
As much as the siren lore of owning a 600 calls, I will not be tempted to smash myself against the hidden rocks of financial destruction. I far prefer to read the odysseys of braver folk than I who choose to challenge the gremlin gods of 600.
As for the CL vs. the CLK methinks the Black would be best. But a new competitor has appeared on the horizon, an R8V10. Standby for more...
As for the CL vs. the CLK methinks the Black would be best. But a new competitor has appeared on the horizon, an R8V10. Standby for more...
The Black rides much harder, but has a real trunk, great seats, and an absolutely exhilarating feel. Plus, the engine sounds much better. The 8 cylinder R8 actually sounds better than the 10.
But, everyone needs to make their own mistakes. Let us know what you decide. AS
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I spent a day with the R8 and it was boring to drive. Got a lot of attention tho. Picked up the CLK Black a month later. Absolutely no attention, and perma grin every time I'm behind the wheel.
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