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CLS Mileage check-in!!
Super Member
Joined: Feb 2009
Posts: 808
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From: Mississauga
2016 E550 Cab & 2011 GL 550 & 09 VROD Muscle & 06 Seadoo Speedster LE .......
rear passenger side window motor.... front passenger side door lock actuator.....wow dealership what a ripoff but 2 yr unlimited mileage on part i had too....im at 104 km..
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Joined: Nov 2011
Posts: 46
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2009 CLS 550
2009, purchased in Nov '11 with 6k. Added 3 year ext warranty.
Today has 27k.
Only issue with the vehicle itself so far was the battery, replaced under warranty.
I had the "Autobahnd" clear bra installed when I bought it, and it wasn't properly installed so I had to have it re-done. Also, I got the Remote Start option, and while it works good, I'm not sure it was installed 100% correct - when it's been started but not activated (by pressing the Start button), in addition to the parking lights being on and the blinkers flashing, ONE of the fog lights blinks on and off. Seems like it should be both or neither, but I've never brought it up with the dealer.
Today has 27k.
Only issue with the vehicle itself so far was the battery, replaced under warranty.
I had the "Autobahnd" clear bra installed when I bought it, and it wasn't properly installed so I had to have it re-done. Also, I got the Remote Start option, and while it works good, I'm not sure it was installed 100% correct - when it's been started but not activated (by pressing the Start button), in addition to the parking lights being on and the blinkers flashing, ONE of the fog lights blinks on and off. Seems like it should be both or neither, but I've never brought it up with the dealer.
Newbie
Joined: May 2012
Posts: 3
Likes: 0
From: DFW, Texas, USA
07 CLS 550
112,000 mi
Purchased 2007 CLS550 one year ago with 90k miles(I know, but I wanted it). Now has 112K. No problems other than drivers side head light went out, turns out its the xenon ballast. I still havent replaced it yet and Im not paying the dealership the $1400 they want to do it. Dealer says I have an oil leak at the expansion plug/cam plug that they charge $198 to replace. I dont see any oil around the back of the engine but Ill replace the $20 plugs myself. Also there was an open campaign for the cam shaft seal/ assembly that the dealer replaced. They didnt find any other issues but gave me an estimate for $3500 because they recommend flushing EVERYTHING. Im going to drive it til the wheels come off.
Senior Member
Joined: Sep 2010
Posts: 422
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From: New York
CLS/cayenne S/M3 convert
Brand New original owner I got the car with 14 miles almost 8yr later only 44,324 miles no major issue accept ( window regulator and driver side seat (bad motor ) all replace repaired tons of upgrades very tastefully done by Martino Auto Concept (MAC) ECU TUNE RennTech, CLS 55 Exhaust, Sprint booster, K&N Fliter custom headlights,spoiler, like new interior It time to sell her 31,500 has warranty good till 11/2013
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Junior Member
Joined: Nov 2011
Posts: 46
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2009 CLS 550
Update:
2009, purchased 11/2011 with 6k miles, now with 30k. Nothing major, battery issue (replaced under warranty) and one time electrical/computer glitch but overall the only thing I regret is that I didn't hold out for an AMG...
2009, purchased 11/2011 with 6k miles, now with 30k. Nothing major, battery issue (replaced under warranty) and one time electrical/computer glitch but overall the only thing I regret is that I didn't hold out for an AMG...
Member
Joined: Apr 2009
Posts: 134
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From: Hoboken, NJ
2006 CLS 500, 2001 CLK 320, 1984 300D
'06 CLS 500
bought 8/11 w 69k miles
now - 90k miles
Where do I begin..... ok, a total nightmare - but I still cant bring myself to get rid of her. 4 accidents (twice rear ended, father spun out on hwy, I hit a deer). flat tire on test drive (should have known then) and then rock kicks up and cracks windshield on way home. Ok, those are all bad luck. However, tranny went last summer (gear broke in pump) - $4k for that. passenger side window regulator went also.
car has a black cloud following it around. but i cant bring myself to get rid of it. in the shop currently for deer hit damage (whole front end, prob a 10k claim)
bought 8/11 w 69k miles
now - 90k miles
Where do I begin..... ok, a total nightmare - but I still cant bring myself to get rid of her. 4 accidents (twice rear ended, father spun out on hwy, I hit a deer). flat tire on test drive (should have known then) and then rock kicks up and cracks windshield on way home. Ok, those are all bad luck. However, tranny went last summer (gear broke in pump) - $4k for that. passenger side window regulator went also.
car has a black cloud following it around. but i cant bring myself to get rid of it. in the shop currently for deer hit damage (whole front end, prob a 10k claim)
Member
Joined: Dec 2005
Posts: 169
Likes: 0
From: Richmond B.C
06' CLS 500, DB9 (SOON)
CLS 500 2006"
brand new with 12km on march 8th 2006
now has 70055km.
issues:
stupid keyless entry only works on the rear right door.
had downshift jerk when i bought it. i gave the dealership a code or something to update the software and all gone. the lady at the service counter had no idea what i was talking about. i just told her to tell the tech to do what i requested.
and the famous brakes squeaking.
love my car and will keep it forever.
brand new with 12km on march 8th 2006
now has 70055km.
issues:
stupid keyless entry only works on the rear right door.
had downshift jerk when i bought it. i gave the dealership a code or something to update the software and all gone. the lady at the service counter had no idea what i was talking about. i just told her to tell the tech to do what i requested.
and the famous brakes squeaking.
love my car and will keep it forever.
Member
Joined: Dec 2005
Posts: 169
Likes: 0
From: Richmond B.C
06' CLS 500, DB9 (SOON)
CLS 500 2006"
brand new with 12km on march 8th 2006
now has 70055km.
issues:
stupid keyless entry only works on the rear right door.
had downshift jerk when i bought it. i gave the dealership a code or something to update the software and all gone. the lady at the service counter had no idea what i was talking about. i just told her to tell the tech to do what i requested.
and the famous brakes squeaking.
love my car and will keep it forever.
brand new with 12km on march 8th 2006
now has 70055km.
issues:
stupid keyless entry only works on the rear right door.
had downshift jerk when i bought it. i gave the dealership a code or something to update the software and all gone. the lady at the service counter had no idea what i was talking about. i just told her to tell the tech to do what i requested.
and the famous brakes squeaking.
love my car and will keep it forever.
Member
Joined: Dec 2009
Posts: 80
Likes: 1
From: Drums, Pa
08' SL55 amg
Fran,
The door handle is very easy to replace yourself.
IIRC it's 2 screws and pull away the rubber door gasket.
Hard part for me was plugging in the electrical connector.
The handles are even painted the car's original colors.
The door handle is very easy to replace yourself.
IIRC it's 2 screws and pull away the rubber door gasket.
Hard part for me was plugging in the electrical connector.
The handles are even painted the car's original colors.
Member
Joined: May 2013
Posts: 120
Likes: 0
CLS55 AMG
model: CLS55 AMG
purchased at: 70k miles
currently at: 145k miles
issues: nothing major..Stupid chrome trim in the interior. HID Ballast went bad, IC pump went out and just recenetly i think my CATS are toast. other than that shes a beast !
purchased at: 70k miles
currently at: 145k miles
issues: nothing major..Stupid chrome trim in the interior. HID Ballast went bad, IC pump went out and just recenetly i think my CATS are toast. other than that shes a beast !
Newbie
Joined: Jan 2014
Posts: 2
Likes: 0
CLS500
CLS500 Currently at about 97/98k miles, bought in '10 at 40 something K. Lol at major repairs, i don't remember the last time i went to the dealership with a bill of less than 1500, I don't think there is any repair i haven't done to it (exaggerated of course).
Newbie
Joined: Jan 2014
Posts: 2
Likes: 0
CLS500
So sorry to hear, but you are not alone, its been one thing after the other since i got it, i can bring myself to getting rid of mine though, i've had enough TBH.
'06 CLS 500
bought 8/11 w 69k miles
now - 90k miles
Where do I begin..... ok, a total nightmare - but I still cant bring myself to get rid of her. 4 accidents (twice rear ended, father spun out on hwy, I hit a deer). flat tire on test drive (should have known then) and then rock kicks up and cracks windshield on way home. Ok, those are all bad luck. However, tranny went last summer (gear broke in pump) - $4k for that. passenger side window regulator went also.
car has a black cloud following it around. but i cant bring myself to get rid of it. in the shop currently for deer hit damage (whole front end, prob a 10k claim)
bought 8/11 w 69k miles
now - 90k miles
Where do I begin..... ok, a total nightmare - but I still cant bring myself to get rid of her. 4 accidents (twice rear ended, father spun out on hwy, I hit a deer). flat tire on test drive (should have known then) and then rock kicks up and cracks windshield on way home. Ok, those are all bad luck. However, tranny went last summer (gear broke in pump) - $4k for that. passenger side window regulator went also.
car has a black cloud following it around. but i cant bring myself to get rid of it. in the shop currently for deer hit damage (whole front end, prob a 10k claim)
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Joined: Aug 2004
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From: Blasting off!
CLS63 Designo Edition, Hyundai Genesis 3.8 , Veloster Turbo, CLS500(Sold), E320 (SMOKED) R500 (Sold)
CLS 500 - bought around 29K miles, rocked it up to 125,500K miles. Sold as of last week. Fully loaded, only issues were right passenger airmatic. Replaced by Arnott and indie, got away with paying less than $600 for the work.
Fresh air pump, left HID went out, all replaced while under warranty. Awesome ride, but it was time to switch up. CLS63 on the way..
Fresh air pump, left HID went out, all replaced while under warranty. Awesome ride, but it was time to switch up. CLS63 on the way..
