2001 Mercedes-Benz CL CL600 review from UK and Ireland
"Maybe for the faint of heart, but not of wallet"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The CL really is a fantastic car, however I have had three problems:
1. The COMMAND (sat nav/TV system) failed and the whole unit had to be replaced.
2. The electronic seat adjustments failed on the drivers seat (they replaced the whole seat)
3. The cylinder shut off system failed due to a faulty sensor.
General comments?
It is a wonderfully refined car, is fantastic for the long trips I'm forever on, but the fuel consumption is truly appalling. I had a 4.0L BMW 8 Series prior to this car and it was nowhere near as bad - I'm putting £150 of petrol in it a week.
The acceleleration is very smooth, as is the gear change. I've driven this car in Germany at 150mph and it was stuck to the ground with plenty of power in reserve! Residual value is not strong - this car with options cost £95000 new, it will be worth about £45000 at best when I sell it on in a year.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 2001 |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 6.0 V12 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 3 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 61 miles |
| Most recent distance | 62000 miles |
| Previous car | BMW 8 Series |
| Date of Entry | 1st March, 2003 |