This 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMG Cabriolet is reportedly one of just 1500 examples produced and shows 48k miles from new. Finished in Firemist Red Metallic (548) over Designo Charcoal Nappa Leather (211), power is provided by a hand-built 5.4-liter AMG V8 paired with a five-speed automatic transmission driving the rear wheels. Factory equipment includes Xenon headlamps, power mirrors, remote central locking, heated multicontour front seats, COMAND infotainment and a Bose audio system. Three years of service records are included with recent maintenance consisting of new valve cover gaskets, new A/C compressor, convertible top guides and a full fluid change. This CLK55 Cabriolet is now offered for sale by the current owner with the original window sticker, the original manufacturer’s literature and a clean New Jersey title.
The CLK55 features AMG body styling which is finished in Firemist Red Metallic (548). Exterior equipment includes Xenon headlamps with headlamp washers, front fog lights, dual power auto-dimming mirrors, rain-sensing wipers, a garage door opener, remote central locking and an electrohydraulic power folding soft top with a heated glass rear window. The seller reports that the convertible top guide cables and hydraulic pump were recently replaced. Both front and rear bumpers are said to have been repainted with the Carfax showing minor damage reported in 2021.
18” Lorinser RS1 wheels sit in place of the multi-piece AMG alloys and come wrapped in a set of Yokohama Advan Fleva tires which measure 225/40 front and 255/35 rear. The original multi-piece AMG wheels are included with the sale and are fitted with a set of Pirelli P Zero tires. Two-piece ventilated discs are mounted up front along with a set of four-piston AMG calipers.
The multifunction steering wheel fronts a gray AMG instrument cluster containing a 160-mph speedometer, a 7k-rpm tachometer, analog gauges for fuel level and coolant temperature, a digital clock and a digital outside temperature sensor. The digital odometer currently reads 48k miles with 3k miles added by the seller over the past three years.
The A208 CLK55 is powered by a hand-built 5.4-liter M113 V8 which produces 342 horsepower and 376 lb-ft of torque. Power is sent to the rear wheels through an AMG-controlled five-speed automatic transmission. Recent maintenance items include new valve cover gaskets and a complete fluid flush of the transmission, differential, coolant and brake system. Service records totaling over $10k have been documented by the seller in the photo gallery.
The Carfax report shows registration in Connecticut, New York and New Jersey along with linear mileage updates from new. The aforementioned damage report is shown in 2021 with no other damage reports or accidents present on the Carfax. This 2002 CLK55 Cabriolet is now offered for sale by the current owner in Weehawken, New Jersey with the original window sticker, the original manufacturer’s literature, the original multi-piece wheels and a clean New Jersey title in the seller’s name.
A walk-around and driving video has been provided by the seller below.
With styling cues from the W210 lineup, the CLK55 affords those looking for young classic AMG access the luxury of doing so with iconic AMG flare and arguably the best power plant to come out of Affalterbach since the 6.0 M117. The 208 AMG's are following the footsteps of the W210 and W202 line up with rising values thanks to a growing desirability. While big screens, small displacement, and overwhelmingly complicated tech suffocates the modern day automobile, the early 2000's still offer gems like this CLK55 which provide enthusiasts with classic design, mechanical reliability, and a more analog/connected driving experience with little compromise. According to the complete A208 CLK55 Cabriolet registry, this example is one of just 21 examples finished in a unique Firemist Red Metallic (548), making it a rare find amongst an already limited run of production. With just 48k miles on the odometer and extensive recent maintenance, this example is sure to serve its lucky new owner well for many years to come.
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14 Comments
@Mecho69 sorry the wheels stay with the car for originalityHi seller, would you be willing to sell the extra wheels? Pls let me know, thanks 🙏That's it for me, but I'm sure the reserve is higher. Good luck!$17,250 bid placed by @Cabtab
$17,000 bid placed by @sasdwe
$16,750 bid placed by @Cabtab
$16,500 bid placed by @sasdwe
$16,250 bid placed by @HitchFly
Guys, I'm sure we will have to do better than this.$16,000 bid placed by @sasdwe
$15,650 bid placed by @HitchFly
Beautiful car, GLWS . I’d love to get the original wheels. Lucky winner, pls contact me if you’re willing to sell them.What an amazing specimen! Wish I had the extra funds and garage space for this beauty!@Armenian yes all the bolster adjusters work as they should. Every option on the car works as it should just like Mercedes intendedDo the driver and passenger front seats air bolsters work?Hi Everyone There’s about a day left on the listing. I’m happy to answer any questions you may have. I also have under carriage photos that didn’t load onto the listing that I can email. I’m located in North Jersey near NYC if anyone is interested to see the car before the end of the auction. You’re not going to find another CLK55 that’s this well maintained in this like new condition. She will not disappoint! I’m hoping she’ll go to a good home where the winner will continue take care of her and enjoy her for years to come. Good luck everyone!$15,400 bid placed by @Nickyblack
$13,900 bid placed by @dperez2448
@UKCHAP if you send me your email I can forward you the underneath photos$10,900 bid placed by @Nickyblack
@UKCHAP not sure why they didn’t load into the photos. I don’t see a way to add more photos to the listing but I’m happy to email themPhoto's underneath would be helpful for making a decision. Thanks.Hi Everyone My intent was to keep this car forever and she's been maintained as such. However, life happens and I have not been able to enjoy the CLK55 as much as I like. This car is a blast to drive and I'm hoping she'll go to a good home where someone can enjoy it the way it should be enjoyed. I've chased a version of this car for about 10 years until finding a gem like this one. In my pursuit of the perfect W208 CLK55 cabriolet I realized just how rare this car is. According to the W208 registry, only 1,432 CLK55 convertibles were made for one year in 2002 worldwide and only 21 in Fire Mist Red. The registry lists color code 548U as “Bernstein Red”, but I think they meant Fire Mist Red. I have records for all the work done under my ownership. Coolant and brake fluid flushed and changed. Trans and diff fluid changed. AC compressor, convertible guide cables and hydraulic pump replaced. Valve cover gaskets and fuel filter replaced. New battery and alarm siren. Bluetooth module added to stream music and a wireless backup camera. All windshield washer fluid lines replaced. Everything works as it should. Even the seat bolster/lumbar air bladders function as they should. Notice the door panel air bags are not warped and none of the dash info panels are missing any pixels. Had front and rear bumper covers resprayed due to rock chips and parking scars. Not sure why Carfax would consider that as "damage". There was no damage, just a respray. I had the wood trim wrapped in textured carbon fiber to update the look. There was no damage to the wood so you can remove the wrap if you prefer the wood look. The sale includes the original AMG 2 piece wheels with brand new (less than 500 miles) Pirelli P Zero tires, original wind blocker, original floor mats, original window sticker, all owner manuals, I'm happy to answer any additional questions$9,250 bid placed by @Infant
$9,000 bid placed by @Adventure55
I'm glad to see this awesome vehicle back on here. Best of luck with the sale. I'm still very tempted.