2005 Mercedes Benz CL65 AMG
For Sale2005 Mercedes-Benz CL65 AMG
Oct 25, 2020, 02:45 PM | Replies: 21 | Views: 4785
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Price
$35,900• OBO
- Location Waco, TX, 76712, USA
- Condition Used
- VIN WDBPJ79J65A043869
- Mileage 31,045
- Engine 12 cyl
- Drive Type 2WD
- Transmission Automatic
- Vehicle Type Coupe
- Exterior Color Black
Description:
Sadly, one of my favorite cars has fallen victim to my "Rule of 5" (if the battery is dead five times when I go to drive a car, I sell it).
So, with much a heavy heart, my low mileage, super well kept, fully documented CL65 is up for sale. Recent work includes: the only CL65 bumper cover in the entire United States (done to eliminate the ugly front license plate), repair of the self closing mechanism on the driver's side door, new Michelin PS4 tires (with less than 500 miles on them). Coils were done within the past 3,000 miles and the car is running well, as it should. Paint is in excellent condition as it has been cared for by a high end detailer (corrected as needed, and ceramic coated - only Optimum products are used). Leather throughout appears new with the only wear being the typically tacky texture at the headlamp switch. The car needs nothing with the only flaw being pixilation on the infotainment screen (which I didn't realize was a defect until I purchased a SL55 of the same era).
The car was acquired from an avid Mercedes V12 collector with 29,500 miles on the clock. During my two year stewardship, I amassed roughly 1,500 miles.
You absolutely will not find a better kept, more loved car of this generation for sale. I'm sad to see her go, but I just don't drive the car, which is worse than selling.
Please feel free to inquire with questions about the car or for additional pictures. It's easiest to reach me at: properhistorics@gmail.com
Last edited by ProperHistorics; Dec 7, 2020 at 04:58 PM.
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Thread Starter
Junior Member
Joined: Feb 2019
Posts: 38
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From: Texas
R129 SL600, R230 SL55 (P30), C216 CL65
The price has been reduced by $2,000 to $35,900. We're set up and the reserve is approved for BAT, I'd just really like to avoid that platform if possible.
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Posts: 450
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From: Florida
W140, R230
There is one on BaT right now with the same mileage. Let's see where it ends:
https://bringatrailer.com/listing/20...nz-cl65-amg-24
I'm curious what is the reserve? I heard BaT really put some pressure on sellers and force them to lower reserve prices...
https://bringatrailer.com/listing/20...nz-cl65-amg-24
I'm curious what is the reserve? I heard BaT really put some pressure on sellers and force them to lower reserve prices...
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Thread Starter
Junior Member
Joined: Feb 2019
Posts: 38
Likes: 5
From: Texas
R129 SL600, R230 SL55 (P30), C216 CL65
There is one on BaT right now with the same mileage. Let's see where it ends:
https://bringatrailer.com/listing/20...nz-cl65-amg-24
I'm curious what is the reserve? I heard BaT really put some pressure on sellers and force them to lower reserve prices...
https://bringatrailer.com/listing/20...nz-cl65-amg-24
I'm curious what is the reserve? I heard BaT really put some pressure on sellers and force them to lower reserve prices...
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Joined: Oct 2014
Posts: 450
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From: Florida
W140, R230
I think if you decide to sell in BaT I would suggest this:
Make tons of photos and lots of videos BEFOREHAND and be proactive there during 7 day period and especially on the last day of the auction. Sometimes I see sellers literally disappear from their own lots and reply very slow and even in the end not all questions are answered.
Make tons of photos and lots of videos BEFOREHAND and be proactive there during 7 day period and especially on the last day of the auction. Sometimes I see sellers literally disappear from their own lots and reply very slow and even in the end not all questions are answered.
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Junior Member
Joined: Feb 2019
Posts: 38
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From: Texas
R129 SL600, R230 SL55 (P30), C216 CL65
That's another reason I'm not a huge fan of the platform. You really have to babysit the auction. At the car posted above, the seller was fairly absentee, so I'm surprised the car brought the money it did (but I also think these are becoming more coveted).
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Joined: Oct 2014
Posts: 450
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From: Florida
W140, R230
Yeah, the nature of BaT requires babysitting but if you could prepare then you don't have to desperately making requested photos and videos. Usual set of photos + underbody photos + 3 videos like cold start , driving and walkaround is more than enough. I'd do a separate walkaround video for exterior and interior and probably another one for underbody.
I know Bruce was doing magic there. I think sometimes he was able to squeeze extra grand where it looked impossible to do so. Maybe it's because of him people still jumping on these cars like if they were free breakfast cakes in a hotel...
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New, old Mercedes and REAL AMG's.
The potential problem with BaT on this specific car is that it sold there before.
It doesn't make sense to me but I would say 90% of cars re-sold there do not reach the same price they reached originally.
There have been exceptions but that has been the rule of thumb so far.
BaT is a gamble. I hope this beauty finds a home soon.
It doesn't make sense to me but I would say 90% of cars re-sold there do not reach the same price they reached originally.
There have been exceptions but that has been the rule of thumb so far.
BaT is a gamble. I hope this beauty finds a home soon.
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Porsche 911
I often see cars listed on BaT that have sold there before. And while an auction is always a risk, I think this car would do well there based on other cars that have sold recently.
Here's an example I came across today: 2009 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti, was listed 10 months ago and did not meet reserve at $91k. This time around it pulled $97.5k. So that worked out great for the seller. https://bringatrailer.com/listing/20...-scaglietti-2/
Here's an example I came across today: 2009 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti, was listed 10 months ago and did not meet reserve at $91k. This time around it pulled $97.5k. So that worked out great for the seller. https://bringatrailer.com/listing/20...-scaglietti-2/
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1999 Corvette
I am obsessed with this. Been looking for the right 600 but after seeing some of the 65s that have sold lately I think I would prefer the top trim. Great car and presentation. If I can figure out how to purchase it, I’ll be in touch. Hope it goes to a good owner!
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Joined: Oct 2014
Posts: 450
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From: Florida
W140, R230
If the car below can squeeze 25K you should definitely try luck with listing yours on BaT!
This car has twice more miles and accident history:
https://bringatrailer.com/listing/20...z-cl65-amg-25/
This car has twice more miles and accident history:
https://bringatrailer.com/listing/20...z-cl65-amg-25/
