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Old Feb 4, 2009 | 11:43 PM
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Traded My 55 for This Ride -- Thanks All

Thanks to all who have provided insight and assistance for the past 3 years of ownership of my '05 SLK55. I've really enjoyed this car and this and other forums -- top down, track time, vacation travel, etc. But, alas, I needed a bit more space and a little more comfort.

I was able to trade for this beautiful CPO '07 CLS550 that I found at Isringhausen Imports in Springfield, IL. I live in Utah, but was visiting parents in Phoenix where we swapped cars (they shipped the CLS there.)

I'll have a few SLK items for sale, including some new front AMG brake pads and some AMG wheels. But I'll continue to enjoy a fine Mercedes and fond memories of the SLK. Thanks again everyone. Signing off...Over and Out.

Photos Taken On US 89, near The Gap, south of Page, AZ

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Old Feb 5, 2009 | 12:47 AM
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Great buy, looks good. Are you doing any mods?
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Old Feb 5, 2009 | 12:54 AM
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Very nice. Let us know what you think of the 550 engine. I'm thinking of upgrading my CLK500 to the CLK550 with the same 382 HP engine. Oh, and lower it...
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Congrats. I almost went the CLS route, but couldn't pull the trigger on a four door. Hope you don't miss the handling and kick compared to the SLK55.
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looks good enjoy your new ride!!!
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congrats!
y didn't u get CLS55 or CLS63?
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