Scott Simoncic

This is a forum site, not autotrader, threads do not belong to anyone. You have to accept that public forums come with the risk of people voicing their opinion. You have a gorgeous vehicle there, and I agree that it's worth more than 5-6k, but the reality is that the CL is basically an S-class coupe, and is very complex. These cars are notorious for having a ton of issues due to the sheer complexity of all the features packed into them. It was about $120k new, those parts haven't gotten cheaper, you're still repairing a $120k car that has steeply depreciated. Personally, I LOVE CL's... I went with a CLK because it's just a lot less complex, thus, easier to repair. There are a ton of CL's at dealers for $9-$30k... But, that doesn't mean that's what they sell for. I hope you get the asking price, but in all honesty, I could have picked up a newer CL55 for the same price as my CLK55 was... With a ton more power and features, but, the demand for CL's are very low, because of people like me who don't want to spend $6k on repairs on a $13k car. It's not just ABC that has issues, supercharger pullies, IC pumps, etc are very expensive. Again, you have a gorgeous car that I lust after, but they just don't make great daily's, which is what most people are looking for in used cars. Good Luck with the sale, and I mean no disrespect, just trying to give perspective as to why it's hard to move this car.

fireman685

I really don't understand why there isn't moderation in this forum to keep the a-holes from continuously posting their used vehicle market analysis.

CLassy_AMG

Actually, the forum has rules against this. Thats why I said it. Would you go to a dealership on the side of the road, make a big sign and hold it up next to certain cars and say hey everyone, dont buy this car, they are un reliable and I dont like the price just for the hell of it?
My price is right on par with all the other CL's out there but mine has a huge amount of new parts, thats why I was surprised I havent sold it (I have way more new parts then just the ABC) the supercharger pullies are new, IC pump is new, door latches are new and much more, and this car is worth more than $13k

Here you go since you missed it. https://mbworld.org/forums/mercedes-...uncements.html

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Scott Simoncic

There are also rules about where you are supposed to post things that are for SALE. Again, public forum, risk has to be accepted about people's opinion. I was noting examples, And if you want to get extremely technical, seat motors and control units are over 1K for that car... You have a car there that is at risk for lots of parts, minus the ones you've repaired, failing just due to age. Would I go to a dealer and hold a sign? No... Would I warn someone if I was already there, yes.... This isn't a dealership. This is a public forum full of people who know more than the average Joe about the cars that people post about. Again, I have a great love of CL's... But you have to know that someone on here that looks at a CL as a prospective car is also going to visit the CL forum and see the hundreds of "should I buy" threads, and the responses aren't good. People that buy $120k cars usually buy them within warranty, and have $10k of disposable money for repairs when the warranty goes, or just trade up when the warranty expires... Whereas, someone buying a car that has depreciated to less than a New Camry, doesn't have those means... Nobody here wants the brand to be reflected badly because they blew all their savings on a depreciated Mercedes that lost a transmission conductor plate or control unit and is surprised when the parts and labor on a 120k car are in the thousands, so they have a 20k driveway ornament. We post to inform, both potential buyer's and sellers who wonder why nobody has bought their car yet... CL's don't sell easy because it takes a special buyer that will accept the risk. I hope you find that person... Heck, my next car will be a CL55, But I will have 7k set aside just for repairs because I'll need it. I hope you find that buyer, but you have to know that people are going to haggle because that is a steep price because financing is tough, reputation for CL's isn't great, and the timing is rough for selling such a niche vehicle with no collector value at this point.

GrantRR

Agree.


This is the best example of a CL I've seen. It may take time to find a buyer, but there is one out there. That person will be a lucky owner. Continued best of luck with the sale and continue to enjoy the heck out of the car until then.

GT854T5

@Classy AMG- Just a suggestion: how about listing the car with a local dealership who has a variety of cars & a nice website? They should be able to get financing for a potential buyer, you pay dealer a fee and buyer gets a great car.....win-win in my book.

GLWS!!

CLassy_AMG

its a good thing the world has you to tell us all what cars to buy and not to buy. now go save some other people and leave my thread alone.

CLassy_AMG

Thank you!

COOPERDB

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What are you trading it in for


Thank-You

CLassy_AMG

I dont really have anything in mind, pretty much just looking to sell outright.

bentleymp21

Let's talk about this again- refresher for people paying attention.

How is the paint? Any fading? Scratches?
How is the body? Any dents? Damage?
Ever in accident?
Detailed front bumper shots?

How is the interior? Detailed interior pics?
How are the wheels? Any curb? Damage?
Tire tread?

We know it's machanially sound due to all the work you recently did. But how does the car look when compared to lower mileage examples?
What is the mileage now?

If this post is ignored, I will not be offended.
But this might be what needs to be described for it to get snatched up.

CLassy_AMG

No problem at all. those are good questions.

The paint is in great shape. its 9 years old and black, so its not perfect but I would say well above average for an 9 year old black car.

The body is perfect. No dings or dents, everything is straight and no accidents.

The interior is a 9.5/10. The seats still look and feel new, everything works. The interior is probably the best shape out of everything.

The wheels have a little bit of curbage from the previous owner, and some fading, I would recommend re-finishing them.

The tire tread is good. The rears were replaced about 6 months ago and still at least 60% on them, the fronts are getting closer to needing to be replaced, but should still be good to go til at least spring time.

I havent seen any other CL's. Here in Utah people dont really buy cars like this unless its new. I know there is another 55 around but I've never been able to get close to it but I would guess mine looks just as nice as most lower mile cars if not better.

The mileage is at 103k now.

I dont have detailed pics of the bumpers or the inside, but I will take some and throw them up.

Does anyone have any other specific photos they would like to see while I am at it?

nytojerz

Going on 7 months trying to sell this Just drop the price down already to 15k and be done with it you already lost 3k for going over 100k miles

CLassy_AMG

Ive turned down many offers over $15k so thats not happening. but ya its been a while. Id take this one over everyone out there with less miles. 100k is nothing for a 9 year old car. there is a lot of people with these cars on here with 60k on them having lots of issues right now, while mine has still been problem free this whole time

SL55_Forever

You're forgetting you are selling a CL55 that doesn't include a warranty. $19K would be perfectly acceptable if you had extended warranty.

My 0.02 take it however you want...

CLassy_AMG

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Good luck with sale bud, there's a seat for everyone

COOPERDB

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When you were thinking about trading it in

What did the dealer(s) say they would give

for your car ---

CLassy_AMG

I havent taken it to the dealer yet. Im just gonna hold onto it until it sells.

CLassy_AMG

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CLassy_AMG

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60nomad

You tell 'em! Free bump for a beautiful looking car!


AMEN!

60nomad

...and I couldn't have said it better myself!!! My car has 93k on it and I just handled everything possible to be sure that it will not give me any problems and the things that I didn't do were already done when I got it 5-6 months ago. My interior looks better then most 50k mile cars and my original paint is in incredible condition and definitely better then most 30k mile cars! Ask Urbanworm, he went and checked it out for me!


With these cars it's not about the miles when talking about a 60k mile car or a 100k mile car, it's about how well maintained it is! That's a fact!


...and NO, mine isn't for sale yet!


Again, GLWS buddy!

Capn

I've got one for sale with nearly 2 yrs warranty left (03' CL600)

COOPERDB

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Has this car sold

If not what is the current asking price

Thank-You
D.B.


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