2000 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK 55 AMG Cabriolet W208

Highlights

• One of approximately 400 built for Europe, with fewer than 10 right-hand drive examples delivered to the UK
• Special order-only model, listing at approximately £75,000 when new in 2001
• Service history described by the vendor as comprehensive, with original handbooks and service book
• Recently serviced at a marque specialist prior to listing

The Appeal

Get the much-loved W208, throw in the whopping AMG spec pack, and you've got one of the peaks of the marque's 21st-century output. Its hand-assembled 5.4-litre AMG V8 delivered effortless, muscular performance in a package that remained discreet enough for everyday use. Production was tightly controlled: only around 400 Cabriolet examples were built for the European market, and fewer than 10 right-hand drive cars were delivered to the UK. That exclusivity made for big news, too; it was reserved for select clients at a list price of approximately £75,000.

This example, finished in Brilliant Silver over black leather, is heavily specified and has covered 80,624 miles. It comes supported by what the vendor describes as a comprehensive service history, along with the original handbooks, service book, and two keys. It has just been serviced by Deutsche Autohaus, a North West specialist, and will be supplied with a fresh 12-month MOT.

Key Information

• Mileage: 80,624 miles (a discrepancy is noted in May 2023 due to an MOT station input error; a letter confirming this is on file)
• Country of registration: United Kingdom (first registered 05/10/2001)
• MOT status: Will be supplied with a fresh MOT
• Technical specs: 5,439cc AMG V8 petrol, convertible
• Paperwork: Original handbooks, service book, service history file, two keys, HPI clear

The Detail

• Handsomely presented
• Equipped with Command navigation and an infotainment system
• Bose sound system with six-disc CD changer
• Heated orthopaedic memory seats
• Climotronic automatic climate control
• Park Distance Control
• Wood and leather steering wheel
• Xenon headlights
• Eight former registered keepers, including the current keeper

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