[floridaorange]

I have a red 2008 clk 550 coupe - 92k miles
and a black 2012 c300 sport - 74k miles

If you had to keep one which would it be?

Both are automatics.

[degenm4]

I would 100% keep the CLK. I drove one for a short while and it was really a blast, loved how much torque it had down low. As long as you don't mind filling up more frequently, it's an easy choice for me. Also, it's probably one of the cleanest examples I've seen. Can't go wrong with the 204 either, also super clean.

[mjj]

Simple…which do you like driving more.

[BlkGS]

Both?

[kyriian]

CLK, classic car status now with the V8 as well

[floridaorange]

Originally Posted by degenm4

I would 100% keep the CLK. I drove one for a short while and it was really a blast, loved how much torque it had down low. As long as you don't mind filling up more frequently, it's an easy choice for me. Also, it's probably one of the cleanest examples I've seen. Can't go wrong with the 204 either, also super clean.

That’s what I’m thinking. The reason I’m asking is I bought the CLK with the intent to sell it, got it at a great price, half what I spent on the C300, (which tuned to 350 levels). But the clk to my surprise has really grown on me in a way I didn’t anticipate.

Originally Posted by mjj

Simple…which do you like driving more.

The CLK, better sound, handling, speed and of course torque.

Originally Posted by BlkGS

Both?

No need to at the moment.

[ShocknAwe]

Question has been answered. Sell the c300.

CLKs are cool

[floridaorange]

Agreed. Thank you all.

[ash_schwin]

100% would keep that CLK and sell the C300.

[M5Rick]

If you have kids then keep the saloon and it has sunroof.

[M5Rick]

...and painting the grille gloss black is a plus.

[floridaorange]

The CLK has a surpring amount if room in the back - but I do have kids - I also have an XC-90 for Family outings. But you are making me re-think this again . CLK got Air ceramic tint since taking this pic.

[Honda]

If you are asking a car enthusiasts forum, they will definitely tell you to keep the CLK.

[M5Rick]

Originally Posted by floridaorange

The CLK has a surpring amount if room in the back - but I do have kids - I also have an XC-90 for Family outings. But you are making me re-think this again . CLK got Air ceramic tint since taking this pic.

Sorry

[Efthreeoh]

I'd keep the BMW.

Oh, wait...

[floridaorange]

Originally Posted by Efthreeoh

I'd keep the BMW.

Oh, wait...

blew the motor on that running stage 2 - so had to dial down the enthusiasm if you know what I mean

[floridaorange]

Originally Posted by Honda

If you are asking a car enthusiasts forum, they will definitely tell you to keep the CLK.

Fair point 😂

[Rono63]

Sell both and get a Porsche😃😂

[floridaorange]

Originally Posted by Rono63

Sell both and get a Porsche😃😂

that’s the angle I always have to take with my wife - by the lessor expensive version of what I want - get her into the experience and then go buy what I actually wanted
Worked with the boat - had to buy 2 just ok boats.

[Ugly Kar]

CLK is a classic. I almost got one back when I bought my E92, but I was concerned with MB reliability. I wish I had one now, especially one that well kept.

C300 is just another car.

[10"]

Sell both and get an AMG. Pointless to have 2 cars which are similar in scope and performance. To me the CLK looks dull and uninteresting to be honest!

[floridaorange]

Originally Posted by 10"

Sell both and get an AMG. Pointless to have 2 cars which are similar in scope and performance. To me the CLK looks dull and uninteresting to be honest!

The 550 has close to 400 hp, not similar to the c300.

Has amg suspension & exhaust and body kit and wheels. Adding a cutout for laughs. The vintage of it has really grown on me - I’m surprised by it. I’m totally on board with what you’re saying though the insurance is pennies for this car given it’s power and non amg status.