W208 or W209 amg?

Quant · 06-09-2007, 09:35 PM

I currently drive a w208 clk320, and i'm thinking of upgrading into an amg.

Not sure if i should get a w208 or w209.

I think the w208 looks better, and i'm probably going to get the w208. Just wanted to know what you guys think.

Any input would be helpful.

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H-MAN · 06-09-2007, 11:55 PM

The performance is the same on both cars so if you like the W208 better go for it. It's cheaper & I imagine it won't have the same drop in depreciation as the W209 once the new CLK comes out.

Stiggs · 06-10-2007, 01:11 AM

Only true test is the test drive. Drive both of them...if possible. Thats the only way you will know. Don't bother with what we have to say. We are all biased. Only thing that always holds true is that you can't go wrong with an AMG....W208 or W209.

Holson · 06-10-2007, 05:11 PM

If I already had a W208, I'd go for a W209 - something completely different.

Just my 2 cents.

Chappy · 06-11-2007, 01:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Quant

I think the w208 looks better, and i'm probably going to get the w208. Just wanted to know what you guys think.

Any input would be helpful.

Looks like your mind is already made up.

Eurosport · 06-11-2007, 02:16 PM

get the 208.5 ;p
on a serious note, get what YOU want

blackbenzz · 06-11-2007, 04:03 PM

W208. I had a W208 CLK430 and got a W208 CLK55. Now I'm stuck with both

ItalianStallion · 06-11-2007, 04:26 PM

The 208 is getting old and with the newer CLK coming out the 208 is gonna be ancient.

I have total respect for the 208 and love it but when its 2 generations behind its kind of hard to justify it over the 209 (unless price is a major issue). Plus the 209 has the pillarless design and it looks real hot when all the windows are down. But, since you like the look of the 208 best, why not go for it?

blackbenzz · 06-11-2007, 05:38 PM

208 is classic. I'd take that over the new CLK anyday. Whether that day was today, 1999, or 10 years from now. It just looks so much better. Thats just my opinion though. And I'm obviously biased. Just like I'd take a W124 500E over a W210 500E

sick430 · 06-11-2007, 11:05 PM

Poor blackbenz now stuck with two CLK's!

J/k

joestypes · 06-14-2007, 05:50 PM

Personally I think the 209 is light years ahead of the 208 in terms of styling (especially interior)...the rear end is also much better looking on the 209. Front end is subjective, the 208 has the advantage of using the E-class headlights where the 209 uses C-class.

However, if you put a 209 next to a newer SL they really look like a Jr and Sr

scrapes55 · 06-14-2007, 06:08 PM

If I understand correctly 209's drive train has much improvements over 208 which had the same drive train (suspension and steering) as the E class.

I think 208 looks much more agressive outside but, 209s interior is hands down a winner. Plus the pillarless windows are just amazing, and a head turner (may times I get thumbs up from people when stuck in traffic

)

Good luck on your choice but looks like you cant go wrong.

clarkspark · 06-14-2007, 06:17 PM

I personally like the interior of the w209 but like the exterior of the w208.

scrapes55 · 06-14-2007, 06:34 PM

There is no city of sin in MA

Ted Baldwin · 06-14-2007, 07:39 PM

............A lot of this is subjective. The essential point is that unlike other chasis changes, the change from W208 to W209 is one in which there was to major leap in improvement. This fact represents part of my thesis that MB has treated the CLk like an unloved step child. I think all will agree with this regardless of if you prefer the W208 or W209. Therefore from my point of view, there is nothing to be gained by the extra cost of of buying a W209 CLk55 when the W208 CLk55's can be had for under $25K

Ted

clarkspark · 06-15-2007, 09:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by scrapes55

There is no city of sin in MA

Lynn lol

Quant · 06-24-2007, 02:47 PM

thanks for all your input.

i actually went with a w208 clk55.

it had only 20,000 miles, and with 3yr warranty(from MB) it cost me 35K. More than i wanted to pay, but just loved it when i seen it.

i'll post picture later.

blackbenzz · 06-24-2007, 02:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Quant

thanks for all your input.

i actually went with a w208 clk55.

it had only 20,000 miles, and with 3yr warranty(from MB) it cost me 35K. More than i wanted to pay, but just loved it when i seen it.

i'll post picture later.

Smart man! If you put another 15k on top of that I may have sold you my Kleemann!

Stiggs · 06-25-2007, 07:43 AM

$35K for a W208? What year is it? I'd be lucky to get that for my car. Is that right? I know the miles are super low but still seems high to me.

Either way congrats and post those pics.

Quant · 06-26-2007, 11:24 AM

Its probably a couple of thousands more than i expected to pay, but i do have 3yrs warranty.

right now its probably hard to find a 2002 clk amg with low mileage in great condition.

btw, what kind of mods do you guys have in your amg. i hear that LSD is a must.

Holson · 06-26-2007, 11:46 AM

I paid only about $3k less for my '01 about a yr ago w/ similar mileage & 2 yrs of warranty from MB (which has paid for itself numerous times actually).

When I was looking, the only thing in the same price range were ratty C32s - there were no $30k+ W209 CLK55s. Things sure have changed in one year!

Anyway, post pictures when you get a chance!

A limited slip would be nice, but I'd go over the car's fluids.

Chappy · 06-26-2007, 11:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Quant

right now its probably hard to find a 2002 clk amg with low mileage in great condition.

btw, what kind of mods do you guys have in your amg. i hear that LSD is a must.

Yep. I've got just under 35K miles on mine with 2 years left on the factory extended warranty. Buyers want that extra protection IMO.

I'm very tempted by the LSD....but haven't pulled the trigger yet. My other mods are mostly cosmetic, except for the euro springs and 18" Monoblocks.

ckanderson · 06-29-2007, 05:01 PM

Good choice.

the w209 is very ugly.

Stiggs · 06-30-2007, 01:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ckanderson

Good choice.

the w209 is very ugly.

Saprissa · 06-30-2007, 01:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Holson

When I was looking, the only thing in the same price range were ratty C32s -

LOL

ha ha, I would take a ratty C32 any day....

anyway, I prefer the W209 because it shares the same chassis, interior and most of the body style as my CL203 Coupe !

Carlos

Saprissa@aol.com

06-10-2007, 01:11 AM	#3
Stiggs MBWorld Fanatic! Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Connecticut Posts: 7,188 Drives: 2003 CLK55	Only true test is the test drive. Drive both of them...if possible. Thats the only way you will know. Don't bother with what we have to say. We are all biased. Only thing that always holds true is that you can't go wrong with an AMG....W208 or W209. __________________ 1999 CLK430 Black/Black(Gone) 1999 ML430 Black Opal 2003 CLK55 Black/Black

06-11-2007, 02:16 PM	#6
Eurosport Out Of Control!! Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: around the world Posts: 12,423 Drives: monowiper	get the 208.5 ;p on a serious note, get what YOU want __________________ €

06-11-2007, 04:03 PM	#7
blackbenzz MBWorld Fanatic! Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Maryland Posts: 7,820 Drives: 01 Kleemann CLK55, 99 CLK430	W208. I had a W208 CLK430 and got a W208 CLK55. Now I'm stuck with both __________________ Run Your Car Not Your Mouth This is how we roll

06-11-2007, 04:26 PM	#8
ItalianStallion MBWorld Fanatic! Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: New York Posts: 2,954 Drives: 2009 CTS-V	The 208 is getting old and with the newer CLK coming out the 208 is gonna be ancient. I have total respect for the 208 and love it but when its 2 generations behind its kind of hard to justify it over the 209 (unless price is a major issue). Plus the 209 has the pillarless design and it looks real hot when all the windows are down. But, since you like the look of the 208 best, why not go for it? __________________ 2009 Cadillac CTS-V Automatic, Fully Loaded, Stock Previous rides: Mercedes-Benz CLK500 Coupe 400bhp+ Corvette C6 Z06 740bhp+ E60 M5 SMG, Fully Loaded, Stock

06-11-2007, 05:38 PM	#9
blackbenzz MBWorld Fanatic! Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Maryland Posts: 7,820 Drives: 01 Kleemann CLK55, 99 CLK430	208 is classic. I'd take that over the new CLK anyday. Whether that day was today, 1999, or 10 years from now. It just looks so much better. Thats just my opinion though. And I'm obviously biased. Just like I'd take a W124 500E over a W210 500E __________________ Run Your Car Not Your Mouth This is how we roll

06-09-2007, 11:55 PM	#2
H-MAN Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 303 Drives: 2002 CLK55	The performance is the same on both cars so if you like the W208 better go for it. It's cheaper & I imagine it won't have the same drop in depreciation as the W209 once the new CLK comes out.

06-10-2007, 05:11 PM	#4
Holson Super Member Join Date: May 2003 Location: Boston, MA Posts: 912 Drives: '06 AM V8 Vantage	If I already had a W208, I'd go for a W209 - something completely different. Just my 2 cents.

06-11-2007, 11:05 PM	#10
sick430 Super Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: So Cal Posts: 994 Drives: CLK430 Cabrio	Poor blackbenz now stuck with two CLK's! J/k __________________ CLK430 Cabrio, K2, K2A, K3, K4, Comand, Multicontour Front Seats.

06-14-2007, 05:50 PM	#11
joestypes Newbie Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 15	Personally I think the 209 is light years ahead of the 208 in terms of styling (especially interior)...the rear end is also much better looking on the 209. Front end is subjective, the 208 has the advantage of using the E-class headlights where the 209 uses C-class. However, if you put a 209 next to a newer SL they really look like a Jr and Sr

06-14-2007, 06:08 PM	#12
scrapes55 Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Winchester, MA Posts: 209 Drives: 2005 CLK55	If I understand correctly 209's drive train has much improvements over 208 which had the same drive train (suspension and steering) as the E class. I think 208 looks much more agressive outside but, 209s interior is hands down a winner. Plus the pillarless windows are just amazing, and a head turner (may times I get thumbs up from people when stuck in traffic ) Good luck on your choice but looks like you cant go wrong. __________________ 2005 CLK55 2002 CLK320 (sold)

06-14-2007, 06:17 PM	#13
clarkspark Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: City of Sin, MA Posts: 268 Drives: 99' CLK 320 Coupe	I personally like the interior of the w209 but like the exterior of the w208.

06-14-2007, 06:34 PM	#14
scrapes55 Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Winchester, MA Posts: 209 Drives: 2005 CLK55	There is no city of sin in MA __________________ 2005 CLK55 2002 CLK320 (sold)

06-14-2007, 07:39 PM	#15
Ted Baldwin MBWorld Fanatic! Join Date: Dec 2001 Posts: 3,243 Drives: 300ce	............A lot of this is subjective. The essential point is that unlike other chasis changes, the change from W208 to W209 is one in which there was to major leap in improvement. This fact represents part of my thesis that MB has treated the CLk like an unloved step child. I think all will agree with this regardless of if you prefer the W208 or W209. Therefore from my point of view, there is nothing to be gained by the extra cost of of buying a W209 CLk55 when the W208 CLk55's can be had for under $25K Ted Last edited by Ted Baldwin; 06-14-2007 at 07:42 PM.

06-24-2007, 02:47 PM	#17
Quant Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: NY Posts: 249 Drives: 2002 CLK55	thanks for all your input. i actually went with a w208 clk55. it had only 20,000 miles, and with 3yr warranty(from MB) it cost me 35K. More than i wanted to pay, but just loved it when i seen it. i'll post picture later. __________________

06-25-2007, 07:43 AM	#19
Stiggs MBWorld Fanatic! Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Connecticut Posts: 7,188 Drives: 2003 CLK55	$35K for a W208? What year is it? I'd be lucky to get that for my car. Is that right? I know the miles are super low but still seems high to me. Either way congrats and post those pics. __________________ 1999 CLK430 Black/Black(Gone) 1999 ML430 Black Opal 2003 CLK55 Black/Black

06-26-2007, 11:24 AM	#20
Quant Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: NY Posts: 249 Drives: 2002 CLK55	Its probably a couple of thousands more than i expected to pay, but i do have 3yrs warranty. right now its probably hard to find a 2002 clk amg with low mileage in great condition. btw, what kind of mods do you guys have in your amg. i hear that LSD is a must. __________________

06-26-2007, 11:46 AM	#21
Holson Super Member Join Date: May 2003 Location: Boston, MA Posts: 912 Drives: '06 AM V8 Vantage	I paid only about $3k less for my '01 about a yr ago w/ similar mileage & 2 yrs of warranty from MB (which has paid for itself numerous times actually). When I was looking, the only thing in the same price range were ratty C32s - there were no $30k+ W209 CLK55s. Things sure have changed in one year! Anyway, post pictures when you get a chance! A limited slip would be nice, but I'd go over the car's fluids.

06-29-2007, 05:01 PM	#23
ckanderson Newbie Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Redondo beach! Posts: 18 Drives: Clk 430	Good choice. the w209 is very ugly.

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