I had one for 5 years, great cars - when working correctly! Thankfully my one ABC issue was a blown flex line but loads of other lovely money eating bits (gearbox sensor, lots & lots of electrical gremlins - door wiring is a nightmare, interior trim falling off etc etc... - engine is bomb proof though) & they do rust/corrode - mine had aluminium corrosion on the bottom of the doors & along the front of the bonnet & very expensive to fix along with rust starting on the rear (steel) arches - and they do go around the sun roof! Mine was still low mileage when sold (82k) & FSH. I still take a peek at the CL55Ks now and again - but after driving one back to back with my CLK500 5.5 (CLK550) - the CLK is just as fast & had no issues in the last 4 1/2 years of ownership - apart from rust on the passenger rear which is down to a prat leaving a nice scratch in a carpark :-( - do for the CLK500 - MUCH better & almost as much room.
Interesting! Yes I know they can have a few niggles - The door wiring is a particularly rubbish design! I would still like a supercharged CL 55 at some point. This car is sold now but it was fun to own. I'd like to have a blast in a CLK55, I bet they are great fun! Thanks for watching, hope you enjoyed the vid... L :)
Said for a while these are the bargain of the century and so under rated looks wise. So much so I’ve taken the plunge and bought a Tanzanite blue with pebble beige leather, collect next week, can’t wait. Was holding out for a 600, but the 500 is much better value and there’s much more choice. Nice video, thanks for posting.
Hi ya yes I have it and love it. I bought a very unloved one tho so between me the Specialist it’s had pretty much everything. I just love the shape and the quality so I wanted one regardless. Now most of the big jobs are done so it’s back to its former glory. It a delight to drive. Spent well in excess of its value now so it’s a keeper to enjoy on nice days 😍
You just sold me into buying one at insurance auction tonight after my parked '99 CLK 430 was totaled in a police pursuit (very Los Angeles)... I own an auto shop with plenty connections so I couldn't pass it up.. thank you for motivating me. Just completed the sale only halfway through your video lol
That sounds very LA!! Wow, you're in for a treat with the CL, they are really cool cars - Totally different to the vettes and they feel super lux! What colour is yours? Does it need much work?
Thanks Steve! They are a lot of car for the money (literally - its a huge thing!)... Cheap enough to just dispose of and take the hit if something goes seriously wrong :) although hopefully this one won't go bang on me!
Why raise car with ABC you ask? I live in Ukraine and in the winter on the back roads you can have wheel tracks in deep icy snow that you need to follow and raising the car means you don't hit the underside with lumps of ice. Another time I use it is when climbing or parking nose in to a high kerb, to avoid hitting it or scraping up onto it. Kerb heights are very variable here.
Makes perfect sense in that situation! I’ve seen the kind of roads you mean... Luckily we are quite spoilt here in the UK and generally our roads are well maintained.
@@Auto_Funk Well after scanning for diagnostics, I have no pressure and 2 of the height sensors only work at 1volt, so I initially wondered if the pump was getting current, but knowing that they are common with the steering system that worked perfectly I am puzzled. With a low pressure warning on the ABC module how is the steering still working fine?
Raising the suspension was a good thing for my old man’s as his drive was quite steep and the approach angle was terrible so using this feature meant it could get up and down the drive 👌🏼 he bought it new in 2003 and has still got it now with only 58k miles on it. She’s a darling!
Excellent review. Just subscribed. Love Mercs, especially these slightly older ones. I also follow Marks channel on TH-cam. He's CL500 vlog. He drives his around Europe. Thinking very seriously about one of these now. Cheers, Jon.
Awesome video! I grew up hankering after these particular era Mercedes, now their prices are exceptionally low, quality build! Excellent review, that colour is awesome as well 👍🏾
Still looks beautiful today, a very clean example. I loves these myself, I almost bought one 4 years ago, go put off by the ABC issue, so I got a 650i instead. Now Iv changed job, had to sell the 650i for a daily dirty diesel. So been thinking about one of these as a summer car. I think they still look classy, comfy and got the power when you need it. If the ABC system fails could always replace it with air bags. They look awesome when they are slammed to the ground.
They are super cool :) I do like the 6 series as well but the luxury experience is only probably 50/60% of what the CL's offer. ABC is a bit frightening but I guess that is the chance you take. Zero issues on this one so far although it had a new pump a few years ago! BUY ONE!
Good point! That can't be the only reason though? I love a 216, a friend of mine has a CL65 (the guy I mentioned in the video with the CL600) and its a truly incredible machine :) although my message in this video was really how much value you can have in a CL 500 for basically pocket money type budgets! Thanks for watching!
Brilliant review. I get 28 mpg from a 2.7 boxster so in comparison the mpg on the cl500 is good for nearly twice the size. I'm seriously thinking of getting a cl500.
Thanks Matt! Do it! They are really cool. I’ve owned Boxsters and the CL is a completely different experience. A fleet containing both a CL and a Boxster would definitely cover a lot of bases...!
Mine is brilliant. 2003 and on a decent run I get 28mpg. Doing 1,000 miles a month with lots of motorway miles keeps everything running smoothly. I change the fluids quite regularly. That alone has greatly improved the gearbox, which instead of a £2,000 rebuild is getting smoother every week. ABC needs proper fluid changes and 'rodeo' calibration via computer.
What a small world! This is my old car, I owned it in 2016 and have loads of great pictures of it, it used to have split rims and the original wool over mats!
I’m just looking to buy one of these in the next month and honestly, this review has just sold it to me again! Can’t wait to get my bum in one of these!👌🏻
Ha! Thanks mate :) I'll take that as a complement... Making this made me realise what a true artisan daddy dougie is, being able to squeeze all his quirks and features into a 15 min video 😃 thanks for watching! Stick around for more (Focus RS coming soon!) Llew
Thanks for tuning in! :) I guess eBay is a good start, but I’m not too sure about the market for them in Germany. I guess something like the one in the video would be around €8-12k euros :) let me know if you buy one!
That is true!! It reminds me of a modern day 928... Super ridiculously build quality but still feels hand built and with associated complexity (and that's without even mentioning the electronics, suspension etc!!)
@@Auto_Funk at the same time the C215 is the greatest car ever👌 I prefer the C215 over a Continental gt. It really is the better over engineerd luxury car. Thanks, great review.
@@Fall-off-currencies They are super cool right! Since making this video I am VERY tempted to buy a CL600 Bi turbo or CL 55 Kompressor. Glad you enjoyed the video!
I might have missed it but how many Km/miles are on your CL? I'm looking for one or a c32 AMG in Germany but the covid prices are killing my dream bargain merc!
@@parkecorepersonaltrainingp2601 totally know what you mean, they make you feel like a VIP for sure! 😃 I’ve sold mine now 😩 I will most likely buy another one at some point but the time isn’t right at the mo!
Hi! I did an mot history check on ur car, u got a good one, well looked after! I've look at a few and the cheaper 4 grand mark all have fails for tyres and basic cheap stuff!! If they can't afford rubber, they won't be doing general maintenance!!!! Re paint bubbles, alloyoxide! It's the chemical reaction between the 2 metals, classic rangie has this issue also! I so want a cl500! I've had ranger overs, jags, now a wj 4.7 v8 jeep, all v8s, one supercharged jag Daimler! I'm used to the bills, but a merc cl500, u know you're made it in life! Also, y do they give an advisory for the plastic undertray and engine cover? It's factory fitted! Most cars have this plastic now! Enjoy your car!!!!!
Terry Stratford thanks Terry! You’re right, there seems to be many many crappy CL500’s out there. I guess they are cheap enough for people to just buy and then neglect because the maintenance costs can potentially outweigh the value of the car. A huge shame. BUT - good ones are still out there!! This one is sold, but if I was going to buy another I’d go for a CL 55 Kompressor instead. Not that there is anything wrong with a 500 but the AMG cars seem to generally be a bit more cared for on the used market. And I’d imagine the residuals are better too. Buy one!!! Thanks for watching!
@@Auto_Funk cl55, don't temp me!!!! The supercharger clutch can be a weak point, and u have to buy the whole supercharger!! But yeh another 200 hp is always guna be fun!!!!!
@@terrystratford1235 I think you can simply lock up the supercharger pulley with a bit of ingenuity at the pulley end to avoid buying a new clutch. Just means the SC is running all the time so a bit frisky when you pull away if you are clumsy with the throttle. I think that you can also buy an aftermarket, smaller diameter pulley which locks up the clutch as you install it and increases the SC boost at same time.
Hi Nad! Thanks for watching! Hope you enjoyed it :) Fuel consumption is somewhere between 24-26mpg UK (possibly near 30 on a steady long drive with cruise on!). A superb daily driver as long as your commute isn’t too far. Although short runs on a cold start are also bad for economy!
@@Auto_Funk thanks so much for the reply information. Really appreciate it and your videos are so well filmed and informative. Please upload more videos of the CL of you can 😛 Subscribed!
I got a more reliable diesel as a daily. while the cl500 is made for the autobahn, I would stress if ABC leaks happen away from home. I just had one 3 months ago and it bled out in the garage and I had to tow it to a shop--its not really drivable once you lose a liter of ABC juice...
How they are so cheap in UK?? Everywhere else shity condition costs around 5-6k pounds. If well kept etc is like 10-13k, is 55AMG - 20k for sure. BTW - car lifting is for parking on sidewalks if needed.
Thanks for the tip re car lifting! Yes it is strange how the market value here in the UK is so low but I don’t think there is demand for big gas guzzling V8’s here :-( thanks for tuning in :-)
They are NOT cheap cars. If you buy one for £7k, reckon on spending this agin in the first year of ownership or 10k miles. they not only prone to suspension problems at £1800 per corner before you fit it, but electrical drains the will leave you stranded. Utter tragedy for a car costing £75k plus when new. Don't bother with them.
They aren't without their faults I admit it! But if you buy right and get one with a decent service history etc then maintain it properly I would imagine they are fairly reliable - I never had any issues with this one although it's sold now. You've said it yourself though - £75,000 new and I paid around £3,000 for this so if that isn't good value I don't know what is! Thanks for watching :D
Thanks for watching! Your car sounds lovely. Japanese imports always seem to be in awesome condition - check out my Porsche 928 S4 video, that is a Japanese car is is a super rare spec and completely mint/original!
Thanks! It's a pretty rare colour I think.... I sold it a while ago now but it was a great car :) Weirdly I nearly bought another one recently but it turned out to be way too much of a project so I decided to leave it. Do you have a CL? I'd really like a 600 bi-turbo at some point, preferably a low owner/low mileage one! Thanks for watching! :)
@@theil6 I’d either go 500 or 600 bi turbo (or possibly 55 supercharged)… 65 very rare (in the UK) and the AMG 55 non supercharged seems pointless. V12 bi turbo suits the car more than a 55 supercharged though 100%
I wish there was an aftermarket kit to hard-pipe the ABC system using 10K psig aircraft-type fittings instead of all the hoses and 5K psig ones used by MB. this car is made for the autobahn but one ABC leak means at these high pressures you gotta get a tow ASAP. that's the real bummer about this vehicle.
Hey Wolfi! Are you based in the UK or Europe? Here in the UK people cannot give them away, they is a very smal market (just a few lucky people :) ) for large V8 coupes here unfortunately.
I live in Germany. There are plenty of cars available but the ones you can get for 3k are mostly garbage (at least from what I can tell). So I bought one for 7.5k like three months ago which looked like it was well kept and in good condition. I drove it for about two weeks before the first thing broke. After that a lot more broke (windows, valve block, AC, some electronics, soft close etc.) and I sold it just last week for about 2.400,00€ which is just sad.
Wolfi very sad! Especially since you paid a reasonable price rather than entry level! Would you buy another? I’d be tempted to go with a 55 Komp if I have another CL... :)
@@Auto_Funk yeah. especially because it is money that is now just gone. I am thinking on maybe getting the C216 in a couple of years. If I don't have the money, I will probably go for a C215 Cl55 or another CL500.
Potentially but that’s the gamble you take... I think as long as you don’t buy a complete lemon 🍋 you’d be ok 👍🏻 Also it depends on how much capability you have to maintain it yourself ... Most jobs are fairly DIY friendly with a bit of care and know-how
What you say is true but in my personal opinion it is better than the option of buying a GBP100,000 new luxury car and spending GBP20,000 per year on depreciation. If you want a luxury car then it costs luxury prices to run it but there is no need to suffer the cost of depreciation at the same time. If you want a car with non-luxury running costs then a luxury car may not be the car for you.
I agree Mark, and there is something quite satisfying about being able to buy a ~ €100000 car for 90%-95% less than the RRP... Even though you do have to accept that some big bills may appear during ownership unless you’re very lucky. Thanks for watching!
A fine old beast, you’re right there isn’t a single car that can match that level of comfort and refinement for such a low price! Not one that actually works anyway 😂
My V12 Jag was more comfortable, quieter and far more reliable and less costly to run than my woeful CL500 which spent its life in and out of the main dealer.
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I had one for 5 years, great cars - when working correctly! Thankfully my one ABC issue was a blown flex line but loads of other lovely money eating bits (gearbox sensor, lots & lots of electrical gremlins - door wiring is a nightmare, interior trim falling off etc etc... - engine is bomb proof though) & they do rust/corrode - mine had aluminium corrosion on the bottom of the doors & along the front of the bonnet & very expensive to fix along with rust starting on the rear (steel) arches - and they do go around the sun roof! Mine was still low mileage when sold (82k) & FSH. I still take a peek at the CL55Ks now and again - but after driving one back to back with my CLK500 5.5 (CLK550) - the CLK is just as fast & had no issues in the last 4 1/2 years of ownership - apart from rust on the passenger rear which is down to a prat leaving a nice scratch in a carpark :-( - do for the CLK500 - MUCH better & almost as much room.
Interesting! Yes I know they can have a few niggles - The door wiring is a particularly rubbish design! I would still like a supercharged CL 55 at some point. This car is sold now but it was fun to own. I'd like to have a blast in a CLK55, I bet they are great fun! Thanks for watching, hope you enjoyed the vid... L :)
If your girlfriend doesn't like it you will need to replace it. The girlfriend that is
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Said for a while these are the bargain of the century and so under rated looks wise. So much so I’ve taken the plunge and bought a Tanzanite blue with pebble beige leather, collect next week, can’t wait. Was holding out for a 600, but the 500 is much better value and there’s much more choice. Nice video, thanks for posting.
Hey Ross! Thanks for watching! Have you collected yours now? What did you think?
Hi ya yes I have it and love it. I bought a very unloved one tho so between me the Specialist it’s had pretty much everything. I just love the shape and the quality so I wanted one regardless. Now most of the big jobs are done so it’s back to its former glory. It a delight to drive. Spent well in excess of its value now so it’s a keeper to enjoy on nice days 😍
You just sold me into buying one at insurance auction tonight after my parked '99 CLK 430 was totaled in a police pursuit (very Los Angeles)... I own an auto shop with plenty connections so I couldn't pass it up.. thank you for motivating me. Just completed the sale only halfway through your video lol
That sounds very LA!! Wow, you're in for a treat with the CL, they are really cool cars - Totally different to the vettes and they feel super lux! What colour is yours? Does it need much work?
I love these cars, I've got a cl55 smiles per mile is insane. Stainless Steel roof, composite body panels and magnesium doors
Aha!! Thanks for watching, and cheers for the info :)))
Great review! I hadn't realised just what a bargain the CL500 could be....
Thanks Steve! They are a lot of car for the money (literally - its a huge thing!)... Cheap enough to just dispose of and take the hit if something goes seriously wrong :) although hopefully this one won't go bang on me!
A tip : watch series on kaldrostream. Been using them for watching lots of of movies recently.
@Rylan Kody Yea, I have been watching on kaldroStream for years myself :D
Why raise car with ABC you ask? I live in Ukraine and in the winter on the back roads you can have wheel tracks in deep icy snow that you need to follow and raising the car means you don't hit the underside with lumps of ice. Another time I use it is when climbing or parking nose in to a high kerb, to avoid hitting it or scraping up onto it. Kerb heights are very variable here.
Makes perfect sense in that situation! I’ve seen the kind of roads you mean... Luckily we are quite spoilt here in the UK and generally our roads are well maintained.
I just bought one for 2 grand and the ABC went while on the motorway! 🤣🤣🤣
Oh no! Sounds ominous! Hopefully it'll be something simple. Tandem pump and flush is usually a good start :) Keep me posted!
@@Auto_Funk Well after scanning for diagnostics, I have no pressure and 2 of the height sensors only work at 1volt, so I initially wondered if the pump was getting current, but knowing that they are common with the steering system that worked perfectly I am puzzled. With a low pressure warning on the ABC module how is the steering still working fine?
Raising the suspension was a good thing for my old man’s as his drive was quite steep and the approach angle was terrible so using this feature meant it could get up and down the drive 👌🏼 he bought it new in 2003 and has still got it now with only 58k miles on it. She’s a darling!
Excellent review. Just subscribed. Love Mercs, especially these slightly older ones. I also follow Marks channel on TH-cam. He's CL500 vlog. He drives his around Europe. Thinking very seriously about one of these now. Cheers, Jon.
Thanks Jon! Glad you enjoyed it - I've seen Marks channel... Great CL content :) You should buy one, you won't regret it!
Excellent review! 👏
Thanks Luke! Glad you enjoyed it!! ❤️❤️
Awesome video! I grew up hankering after these particular era Mercedes, now their prices are exceptionally low, quality build! Excellent review, that colour is awesome as well 👍🏾
Thanks Gad! Glad you enjoyed it :) Get yourself one bought ASAP 😎😎😎😎
Just bought one for 2.5K with 70,000 on the clock. What a car. Strangely easy to work on considering the complexity of what’s going on.
Bargain... Yes I agree they aren’t too bad to work on (in my experience) and the V8 engine is more or less bombproof
Still looks beautiful today, a very clean example. I loves these myself, I almost bought one 4 years ago, go put off by the ABC issue, so I got a 650i instead. Now Iv changed job, had to sell the 650i for a daily dirty diesel. So been thinking about one of these as a summer car. I think they still look classy, comfy and got the power when you need it. If the ABC system fails could always replace it with air bags. They look awesome when they are slammed to the ground.
They are super cool :) I do like the 6 series as well but the luxury experience is only probably 50/60% of what the CL's offer. ABC is a bit frightening but I guess that is the chance you take. Zero issues on this one so far although it had a new pump a few years ago! BUY ONE!
ABC raises to fit snow chains I've got next model on C216 even more toys !!
Good point! That can't be the only reason though? I love a 216, a friend of mine has a CL65 (the guy I mentioned in the video with the CL600) and its a truly incredible machine :) although my message in this video was really how much value you can have in a CL 500 for basically pocket money type budgets! Thanks for watching!
Brilliant review. I get 28 mpg from a 2.7 boxster so in comparison the mpg on the cl500 is good for nearly twice the size. I'm seriously thinking of getting a cl500.
Thanks Matt! Do it! They are really cool. I’ve owned Boxsters and the CL is a completely different experience. A fleet containing both a CL and a Boxster would definitely cover a lot of bases...!
Mine is brilliant. 2003 and on a decent run I get 28mpg. Doing 1,000 miles a month with lots of motorway miles keeps everything running smoothly. I change the fluids quite regularly. That alone has greatly improved the gearbox, which instead of a £2,000 rebuild is getting smoother every week. ABC needs proper fluid changes and 'rodeo' calibration via computer.
I'm seeing 23mpg (US gallons) on the highway which is not bad.
Love that car! I have a CLK from 2005 , crazy how much bigger the CL is 🤩
Thanks for watching! Strange isn't it! The CL is like a 2-door S Class and is almost the same length I think. Buying one?! :D
What a small world! This is my old car, I owned it in 2016 and have loads of great pictures of it, it used to have split rims and the original wool over mats!
Nice!! I bet it looked amazing! Send me a pic on instagram @llewelyn_1
I’m just looking to buy one of these in the next month and honestly, this review has just sold it to me again! Can’t wait to get my bum in one of these!👌🏻
Glad to be of service David!! They are SUPER - Make sure you get your bum in one sooner rather than later 😄😄😄 thanks for watching!
This review has a Doug Demuro vibe about it, gorgeous car the C215.
Ha! Thanks mate :) I'll take that as a complement... Making this made me realise what a true artisan daddy dougie is, being able to squeeze all his quirks and features into a 15 min video 😃 thanks for watching! Stick around for more (Focus RS coming soon!) Llew
I get 4mpg how are you getting 28mpg😂😂
You must drive like a lunatic!! 🤣🤣🤣 thanks for watching!!
@Auto_Funk speed limit of course 😅
@@hn_capone8475 I believe you!! Ha!
Pillorless windows? In Germany we call it "B-Säule Yok". Greetings
Ha! Brilliant.... Unfortunately our lovely British language is far plainer that German Timur! :) Thank you for watching!
hey bro, how much does such a car would cost now a days in Germany. How can I find one, Ebay?
Thanks for tuning in! :) I guess eBay is a good start, but I’m not too sure about the market for them in Germany. I guess something like the one in the video would be around €8-12k euros :) let me know if you buy one!
The most over engineerd car ever. The complexity never ends by a C215.
That is true!! It reminds me of a modern day 928... Super ridiculously build quality but still feels hand built and with associated complexity (and that's without even mentioning the electronics, suspension etc!!)
@@Auto_Funk at the same time the C215 is the greatest car ever👌
I prefer the C215 over a Continental gt. It really is the better over engineerd luxury car.
Thanks, great review.
@@Fall-off-currencies They are super cool right! Since making this video I am VERY tempted to buy a CL600 Bi turbo or CL 55 Kompressor.
Glad you enjoyed the video!
@@Auto_Funkit's the S class coupe of it's day. I think the V12 just fits the car.
@@Fall-off-currencies so does the V8 :) Do you have one?
Good man, I enjoyed that,I'm looking at one myself as I have a 17 Yr old s 350,which I love but would like a change,thanks for video
Thanks Colm! Glad you enjoyed it! Oh man if you buy one of these you are in for a TREAT! :-) thanks for watching!
Thanks for the review from here in Victoria, Australia. Seriously considering buying a 2000 CL 500 from interstate.
No prob, thanks for watching - Have you bought one yet? :)
Excellent review. Mine is very similar but sadly lacking the rear blind. I think some of the panels are magnesium.
Thanks Richard! I do chunter on a bit but there is quite a lot to cover with a CL! I thought the rear blind was standard on them??
I might have missed it but how many Km/miles are on your CL? I'm looking for one or a c32 AMG in Germany but the covid prices are killing my dream bargain merc!
Buy one and I promise you won’t regret it :) this has around 80,000 miles. Thanks for watching!
@@Auto_Funk are you still enjoying it?
Great video love the car subbed and liked and commented. Woot woot!
What a legend! A thousand thanks Sir! :)
Excellent review I have picked one up after seeing this and just love it. Thank you for a fun , informative and enjoyable review man. Top work 👍👍
Thanks for tuning in and for the kind words!! They are amazing motors aren’t they 😀😀
Yes sir they really are. I look forward and feel special every time I drive it. 👍👍. How are you finding yours
@@parkecorepersonaltrainingp2601 totally know what you mean, they make you feel like a VIP for sure! 😃 I’ve sold mine now 😩 I will most likely buy another one at some point but the time isn’t right at the mo!
Hi! I did an mot history check on ur car, u got a good one, well looked after! I've look at a few and the cheaper 4 grand mark all have fails for tyres and basic cheap stuff!! If they can't afford rubber, they won't be doing general maintenance!!!! Re paint bubbles, alloyoxide! It's the chemical reaction between the 2 metals, classic rangie has this issue also! I so want a cl500! I've had ranger overs, jags, now a wj 4.7 v8 jeep, all v8s, one supercharged jag Daimler! I'm used to the bills, but a merc cl500, u know you're made it in life! Also, y do they give an advisory for the plastic undertray and engine cover? It's factory fitted! Most cars have this plastic now! Enjoy your car!!!!!
Terry Stratford thanks Terry! You’re right, there seems to be many many crappy CL500’s out there. I guess they are cheap enough for people to just buy and then neglect because the maintenance costs can potentially outweigh the value of the car. A huge shame. BUT - good ones are still out there!! This one is sold, but if I was going to buy another I’d go for a CL 55 Kompressor instead. Not that there is anything wrong with a 500 but the AMG cars seem to generally be a bit more cared for on the used market. And I’d imagine the residuals are better too. Buy one!!! Thanks for watching!
@@Auto_Funk cl55, don't temp me!!!! The supercharger clutch can be a weak point, and u have to buy the whole supercharger!! But yeh another 200 hp is always guna be fun!!!!!
@@terrystratford1235 I think you can simply lock up the supercharger pulley with a bit of ingenuity at the pulley end to avoid buying a new clutch. Just means the SC is running all the time so a bit frisky when you pull away if you are clumsy with the throttle. I think that you can also buy an aftermarket, smaller diameter pulley which locks up the clutch as you install it and increases the SC boost at same time.
the barnet and the shoes🤣🤣🤣
Glad you approve 🤣🤣
Very well detailed video. 👏 I wanted ask how the fuel consumption is? I'm thinking of buying one as my daily driver but a bit concerned
Hi Nad! Thanks for watching! Hope you enjoyed it :)
Fuel consumption is somewhere between 24-26mpg UK (possibly near 30 on a steady long drive with cruise on!). A superb daily driver as long as your commute isn’t too far. Although short runs on a cold start are also bad for economy!
@@Auto_Funk thanks so much for the reply information. Really appreciate it and your videos are so well filmed and informative. Please upload more videos of the CL of you can 😛 Subscribed!
@@nadk8886 thanks Nad!! :) if you want to know more about CL ownership just ask away! More vids coming soon hopefully!
Thinking of getting one, work pays for milage so it makes sense. Right? Right?
100% John!!! Get one bought, I promise you won't regret it. Thanks for watching (y)
I got a more reliable diesel as a daily. while the cl500 is made for the autobahn, I would stress if ABC leaks happen away from home. I just had one 3 months ago and it bled out in the garage and I had to tow it to a shop--its not really drivable once you lose a liter of ABC juice...
Hola por favor que consumo tiene de media?
Approx 9-10 l/100km
How they are so cheap in UK?? Everywhere else shity condition costs around 5-6k pounds. If well kept etc is like 10-13k, is 55AMG - 20k for sure.
BTW - car lifting is for parking on sidewalks if needed.
Thanks for the tip re car lifting! Yes it is strange how the market value here in the UK is so low but I don’t think there is demand for big gas guzzling V8’s here :-( thanks for tuning in :-)
They are NOT cheap cars. If you buy one for £7k, reckon on spending this agin in the first year of ownership or 10k miles. they not only prone to suspension problems at £1800 per corner before you fit it, but electrical drains the will leave you stranded. Utter tragedy for a car costing £75k plus when new. Don't bother with them.
They aren't without their faults I admit it! But if you buy right and get one with a decent service history etc then maintain it properly I would imagine they are fairly reliable - I never had any issues with this one although it's sold now. You've said it yourself though - £75,000 new and I paid around £3,000 for this so if that isn't good value I don't know what is! Thanks for watching :D
very good review >> I own one 2003 CL500 Japan import with 17" wheels in perfect & min condition
Thanks for watching! Your car sounds lovely. Japanese imports always seem to be in awesome condition - check out my Porsche 928 S4 video, that is a Japanese car is is a super rare spec and completely mint/original!
Love the Color of that CL super Clean ride, I wonder if you still own it 3 years later, and how it’s been to own.
Thanks! It's a pretty rare colour I think.... I sold it a while ago now but it was a great car :) Weirdly I nearly bought another one recently but it turned out to be way too much of a project so I decided to leave it. Do you have a CL? I'd really like a 600 bi-turbo at some point, preferably a low owner/low mileage one! Thanks for watching! :)
@@Auto_Funk I am looking at them, I can’t decide if I want the 500, 55, 600, 65?
@@theil6 I’d either go 500 or 600 bi turbo (or possibly 55 supercharged)… 65 very rare (in the UK) and the AMG 55 non supercharged seems pointless. V12 bi turbo suits the car more than a 55 supercharged though 100%
@@Auto_Funk agreed when the right one shows up I will snag it. Cheer mate
@theil6 you won’t regret it, amazing cars 👌👌🤓🤓
Its a money pit
That much is true!
I wish there was an aftermarket kit to hard-pipe the ABC system using 10K psig aircraft-type fittings instead of all the hoses and 5K psig ones used by MB. this car is made for the autobahn but one ABC leak means at these high pressures you gotta get a tow ASAP. that's the real bummer about this vehicle.
Where can you get one for 3k? I paid like 7.5k and it was in horrible condition.
Hey Wolfi! Are you based in the UK or Europe? Here in the UK people cannot give them away, they is a very smal market (just a few lucky people :) ) for large V8 coupes here unfortunately.
What was the condition? I just bought one today with 120k miles.
I live in Germany. There are plenty of cars available but the ones you can get for 3k are mostly garbage (at least from what I can tell). So I bought one for 7.5k like three months ago which looked like it was well kept and in good condition. I drove it for about two weeks before the first thing broke. After that a lot more broke (windows, valve block, AC, some electronics, soft close etc.) and I sold it just last week for about 2.400,00€ which is just sad.
Wolfi very sad! Especially since you paid a reasonable price rather than entry level! Would you buy another? I’d be tempted to go with a 55 Komp if I have another CL... :)
@@Auto_Funk yeah. especially because it is money that is now just gone. I am thinking on maybe getting the C216 in a couple of years. If I don't have the money, I will probably go for a C215 Cl55 or another CL500.
Cheap...until it breaks. 3 grand to buy and 3 grand a year to keep it running...
Potentially but that’s the gamble you take... I think as long as you don’t buy a complete lemon 🍋 you’d be ok 👍🏻
Also it depends on how much capability you have to maintain it yourself ... Most jobs are fairly DIY friendly with a bit of care and know-how
Tru dat!
@@roderickjones7479 100%!
What you say is true but in my personal opinion it is better than the option of buying a GBP100,000 new luxury car and spending GBP20,000 per year on depreciation. If you want a luxury car then it costs luxury prices to run it but there is no need to suffer the cost of depreciation at the same time. If you want a car with non-luxury running costs then a luxury car may not be the car for you.
I agree Mark, and there is something quite satisfying about being able to buy a ~ €100000 car for 90%-95% less than the RRP... Even though you do have to accept that some big bills may appear during ownership unless you’re very lucky. Thanks for watching!
A fine old beast, you’re right there isn’t a single car that can match that level of comfort and refinement for such a low price! Not one that actually works anyway 😂
Not bad old tugs are they!! You can't even buy a Renault Avantime for the price of these, and who in their right mind would want one of those 🤷♂️😂
LlewelynTV errr me of course! Nothing is more hipster than a mad French 3 door Coupé/MPV thing. I’ll do whatever it takes to look interesting 😂😂
@@forcomfortableand a Renault Avantime would literally set your hipster status into stone!
My V12 Jag was more comfortable, quieter and far more reliable and less costly to run than my woeful CL500 which spent its life in and out of the main dealer.
The last REAL CL..the only and the One ❤..for me One of THE BEST MERCEDES EVER MADE
Agreed!! Very special cars eh!! Thanks for watching! :)
@@Auto_Funk Just buyed a w215 cl 600 Brabus T12...Is Simply AMAZING
@@alessandroamosso8619 that sounds like an amazing machine!! I love the bi-turbo 600s!!