1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK Cabrio Elegance review from France
"Powerful and comfortable multi-use vehicle"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
There were some creaking noises in the car. Most have disappear after 3 days at the dealership, but although I do not get any shudder shake, there is still the odd rattle that I find annoying in such a car. I get less rattles in my wife's Golf Cabrio.
General comments?
Superb looking car. Very comfortable, even for 4 people. Like the power delivery of the V8, as well as its sound. I use it a lot with the top down, even when it is cold outside, thanks to the heated seats and the wind deflector.
It is not meant to be a sport car (some people think that two doors equals sport car for some strange reason. It is a supremely comfortable powerful car to drive from Paris to Saint Tropez on a whim.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1999 |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 430 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 29000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 45000 kilometres |
| Previous car | BMW 5 Series |
| Date of Entry | 9th September, 2002 |