Cl55 amg

[Ollie CLK320]

Hi all,

I am new to the forum and would be grateful for any input on running costs of CL55 AMGs (2003) please.

I have been considering upgrading my rather ordinary CLK320 for some time but must say the ABC problems do put me off a little.

Realistically would I be able to get a warranty that would cover the ABC problems and if so what would I be looking at price wise for it on a monthly basis? Alternatively if I were to keep it for 5 years and drive it 8000 a year what would you say the average running costs would be per annum please?

Really appreciate your help on this.

Thanks,

Ollie

 

[AMGeed]

Hi Ollie...welcome to the forum.

Running a 55k engine isn't cheap but the positives are so rewarding!

Budget for 12 - 15 around town and 20 - 24 on a run. I have yet to see above 22.2mpg yet!

Warranty direct are said to be the best aftermarket warranty company and you can reckon on £1k -£1200 pa for a decent warranty. Whether ABC struts and SBC pumps are covered I couldn't say, but those are the most likely items to cost you money.
Myself, I put by a set amount and forget it knowing its there should my airmatic or SBC braking let me down.

 

[Ollie CLK320]

Hi AMGeed,

Thank you for your reply. I will have a look into warranties.

Many thanks,

Ollie

 

[Jitzz]

Hi Ollie,

I've been running a cl55k for a good few years now and can confirm they are fantastic cars ...nothing comes close

It's my daily drive and I love it, running costs can be a little high. I get low 20's mpg on a decent run and have only seen 27mpg once!!?? - but if you're worried about consumption then an AMG isn't the car

The horror stories about abc systems and struts aren't that bad. I've recently replaced a rear strut for my mot, which was $650 shipped from the states?? better than the £1400 which MB wanted

Servicing isn't that bad either, all depends on the service which needs doing (A or B) ranges from a c.£200 upwards...get a good indie to look after it which will reduce costs dramatically - happy days

Get a good one and you won't regret it!

Jitzz

 

[C43AMG]

AS above. Get it checked out before you buy it, so there aren't any surprises and enjoy.

Jitzz, are you on the CL Register ?

 

[Jitzz]

Hi c43AMG

I'll get myself on the register...thanks for the reminder!!

Jitzz

 

[BernardB]

These are fantastic cars but the running costs and possible problems are the reason they are so cheap to buy.

May I suggest two things:

1 - Put aside a substantial amount for contingencies. On a car costing, say, £5k - £8k, I don't think £5k is excessive for peace of mind.

2 - Once you've located a car you fancy, ask the seller to allow you to take it to an indie for a STAR diagnosis. Won't cost a lot but will indicate any immediate issues.