my new purchase...

[amzchhabra]

So my CLK270 CDI was getting on a bit, and I thought I may as well look for something a little newer, a little less miles to use for work... I found this locally, got it in at a brilliant price, no Xenons, but every other toy I could think of...

As per usual, I spent the first two days detailing it, but the end result is stunning, love the V6, and the immense power that engine gives out over the 270CDI I had previously... Just need to get used to the size now!

 

[d w124]

That`s very very nice

 

[dokalj]

Very nice!!! Your wheels look very clean, especially the inside of the rim!!!

 

[C43AMG]

Great colour, what is it called ?

 

[bpsorrel]

Lovely car!! I'm green with envy!

 

[Animal Mother]

Excellent car sir. You're obviously a man of impeccable taste.

I've also heard that all CLS drivers are good looking and irresistible to women.

 

[corned]

Niiiiiiiice!!!

Well done that man!

 

[JasM]

Great choice of car, it looks stunning.

The 1st gen CLS is one of my favourite MB's. I would love to own one, but the lack of a 5 seat option puts me off.

 

[Animal Mother]

Great choice of car, it looks stunning.

The 1st gen CLS is one of my favourite MB's. I would love to own one, but the lack of a 5 seat option puts me off.

That shouldn't be a problem. The boot is spacious enough for a fifth person.

 

[amzchhabra]

Thanks for the messages

I do honestly love it, for a minute I thought it wouldn't suit me being a 29 year old bachelor, but everyone has said this is by far the best car I have bought!

The colour is Carneol Red metallic (i think) with Cashmere Beige interior (again, i think). I absolutely love it, not so sure how economical it is yet, but the way it takes off is amazing for such a big car!

Managed to sort my lack of Xenon issue out with a set of Philips Diamond Vision bulbs, which give it that Xenon look without losing any light output over standard bulbs. Have also run a cable from the glove compartment to the centre console for iPod/iPhone connectivity meaning I can leave my FM transmitter at home.

Also obtained a 2010/2011 Sat Nav disc (v11 I think) which is handy. The previous owner left his Bluetooth module in there too, which meant I could pop the one in my CLK into my B-Class!

In terms of keeping the wheels clean, I use Tesco "Daisy" All Purpose Cleaner diluted 4 parts water, 1 part APC, and what is known as an "EZ Detail" brush. Its the only brush I have found to get right inside with ease Have been using the APC for years with no issues on any wheels, even refurbed ones... Just ensure the wheels are cold and let it sit for a few minutes, and 95% of the baked on stuff will come off.

 

[MOR8A]

Looks really nice, well done.

 

[dokalj]

Cheers for the info on the wheels!!!

 

[jdrrco]

very nice looking car, shame someone stole your number plates

 

[A210AMG]

Nice and clean also

 

[jrexgis]

that's a keeper mate

two thumbs up

 

[Smarties]

That is perfection!!! Classic in the making, you must be very proud.

 

[C240Sport97]

CLS rocks!

wonderful to see a colour combination that does not involve silver or black

 

[amzchhabra]

When looking, the criteria was as follows:

1. NOT BLACK OR SILVER!
2. 18in 5 Spokes
3. Comand
4. Heated Seats

I love the colour combo, its the same colour combo I had in my first Mercedes back in 1999, a W202 C250 TD Saloon. Although back then I didnt have leather or Comand. I think the colour back then was Tritanite Red and was slightly lighter in appearance.

Was just looking at tyre prices, 275/35/18 at the rear thats borderline 911 rear tyre size!

 

[C240Sport97]

Was just looking at tyre prices, 275/35/18 at the rear thats borderline 911 rear tyre size!

on my 55, rear tyre size is 285/35 18!

 

[amzchhabra]

Ouch!

Does anyone know if the exhaust tips can be removed for the purposes of cleaning. I can see a bolt in the bottom, I am thinking they will come straight off once undone. Although I have cleaned them up a lot, there is a lot of embedded black dots i want to remove with some wire wool.