Mercedes CLK 230 kompressor coupé

...my thoughts on my 1999 Mercedes CLK 230 (W208) Kompressor Coupe, in Elegance trim. Bought in 2001, with one previous owner (originally registered in 1999 so its an "S" reg) and 25,000 miles, my CLK has now done 72,000 miles and is soon to be sold as the baby seat doesn't fit in the back ! Mine is the 230K (4 cylinder, 2,295cc), and turns out 197 bhp with a 0-62mph time of 9.5 seconds (the manual is a claimed 9.1 seconds, as opposed to my 5 speed ...
...- although I clearly couldn't claim to have ever gone that fast, officer.... Also available is a 3.2 V6, a 4.3 V8, and the ultimate, the CLK55 AMG high-performance model. The "Elegance" trim means walnut wood inlays in the doors and centre console, plus a chrome strip around the wondows, while the alternative, "Avantgarde" has black maple wood, and different (7-spoke) wheels. The 230K engine can get a bit coarse at when pushed hard, but is super ...

matt_fantastic 03.04.2006 (14.04.2006) · Read full review
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Review of Mercedes CLK 230 kompressor coupé

I bought my CLK in October 1997 fully loaded with 105k on the clock and a full main dealer service history. First impressions are great a real head turner very comfortable especially on the motorway, sat nav is excellet, though be aware that the TV incorporated into it does not work in th uk without being upgraded at extra cost. Fuel consumption is very dependant on your driving style, a steady cruise returns 36mpg however, a mad dash down the B ...
...range and kick down to overtake the supercharger will drink your wallets contents but having that instant power is well worth it. Would I buy another, very likely it does not quite have the sharpe handling I would like, but this is more than made up in so many other ways ...

1963sporty 12.05.2008 · Read full review
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Review of Mercedes CLK 230 kompressor coupé

This car the CLK 230 Kompessor is not as powerfull as the 320 but still as good. It has 192 BHP (Brake Horse Power) with top speeds over 150 MPH. "WOW" I hear you say. Exactly this car looks and performs well. The car a a perfect shape and looks like a sports car with elegance (Two Door). The interior is luxury and comftable. With Adjustable headrests and the backheadrests can go down. In side it has 4 drink holders (Two at the front & two at the ...
...the holder you press down on the cover and push the silver button. The back holders are in the armrest. The car has power-sterring so it is easy to monover. If your looking for a car that you can take for a trip or need a good reliable car I would definatly say you should get this car. This is good for a bussiness man aswell as adults of all ages. ...

KR3E 18.12.2005 · Read full review
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