Whats new for 2004 CLK55

LIONHEAD · 07-22-2003, 02:43 PM

I'm thinking of getting a CLK55.....whats new on 2004?

Thanks!

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Timster · 07-22-2003, 02:45 PM

I haven't heard anything yet. I bet somebody else here has the inside scoop though!
Tim

hmrdwn · 07-22-2003, 03:10 PM

I have no idea either, but I thought I would waste your time by posting this.

Stiggs · 07-22-2003, 06:21 PM

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Originally posted by hmrdwn
I have no idea either, but I thought I would waste your time by posting this.

you sooo funny!!!
(damn I wish I thought of that one first)

Ferrariman · 07-23-2003, 10:30 AM

The basis of the 2004 CLK55 remains the same as the 2003, however the convertible is now avialable in the new body style.

There are several new options:
- New color: Cadet blue metallic - a steel blue/gray
- 2 designo editions - Espresso (black ext/tan int.) and Bronze (Bronze ext/light tan int)
- Walnut wood dash and trim a la other CLK's standard interior
- Ventilated seats
- Electronic trunk closer - closes trunk from open position

One previous option has been upgraded, that being the Motorola telephone is now the V-60i tri band replacing the older V60 dual band.

All the other options are there but some are packaged differently. I've noted one other change that is the deletion of the red rear drivers side "fog lamp".

LIONHEAD · 07-23-2003, 10:35 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Ferrariman
The basis of the 2004 CLK55 remains the same as the 2003, however the convertible is now avialable in the new body style.

There are several new options:
- New color: Cadet blue metallic - a steel blue/gray
- 2 designo editions - Espresso (black ext/tan int.) and Bronze (Bronze ext/light tan int)
- Walnut wood dash and trim a la other CLK's standard interior
- Ventilated seats
- Electronic trunk closer - closes trunk from open position

One previous option has been upgraded, that being the Motorola telephone is now the V-60i tri band replacing the older V60 dual band.

All the other options are there but some are packaged differently. I've noted one other change that is the deletion of the red rear drivers side "fog lamp".

Thanks Ferrariman for the info! Do you have any links or photos of the Cadet Blue Metallic....maybe an interesting choice. I love the Steel Grey Metallic on the M3s but I don't think MB has anything close to that color.

Ferrariman · 07-23-2003, 11:06 AM

Over in the BenzWorld forum the whole '04 brochure has been scaned in, link:

http://forums.mbnz.org/forums/messag...ssno=316&id=41

The paint code is 357. The scan is not a very good representation.

I have a BMW in Steel Blue, the MB version appears to be much darker and more gray.

Good luck!

nabzy · 07-23-2003, 12:55 PM

I maybe on too something here, fairly sure but not 100% sure, but if cadet blue is the same as the 357 code then its only a new color for the US not the rest of the world as it was available last year in europe...HOWEVER......it was available for the 2003 model year in the US, in limited quantities...my hunch is its the same color as the saks exclusive blue paint that came out on the coupe in the US last year....if someone owns one of those cars they should look at the paint code on their sticker and see if it matches 357.....

my guess is that to make it exclusive for a year for Saks, they didnt allow it as an option until the 04 model....

if this is the case, there are a few pics of the color on the european benz sites

Stiggs · 07-23-2003, 02:21 PM

Hmmmm...the way this guy posts...Lionhead reminds me of Kain....anyone else think this???
No comments from Viper please. J/K
Why would they delete the rear red fog light?? I use mine all the time....ok, ok I lied, but if it was foggy out I would consider using it!!

Stiggs · 07-23-2003, 02:21 PM

Why don't they try adding a cupholder damn it!!!!

LIONHEAD · 07-23-2003, 04:02 PM

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Originally posted by Stiggs
Why don't they try adding a cupholder damn it!!!!

They left it for the aftermarket companies to come up with a solution.

If MB thought of everything, the aftermarket companies would be out of business. :p

Ferrariman · 07-23-2003, 05:15 PM

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Why would they delete the rear red fog light?

I don't decide these things! Compare the 2003 brochure with the 2004. You'll see that the rear fog is no longer mentioned.

Has anyone taken delivery of an'04? That will clear it up.

07-22-2003, 02:45 PM	#2
Timster MBWorld Fanatic! Join Date: Aug 2002 Posts: 1,103 Drives: 2007 ML350 Sport	I haven't heard anything yet. I bet somebody else here has the inside scoop though! Tim __________________ 2007 ML350 Iridium Silver Metallic, Sport Package, Black Alcantra Inserts, 19" 5 Spoke Chrome AMG wheels, DVD Nav, IPOD, and Lighting Package.

07-22-2003, 03:10 PM	#3
hmrdwn Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Center of Universe Posts: 402 Drives: CLK55, Mini S	I have no idea either, but I thought I would waste your time by posting this. __________________ GTFOMYWY.

07-23-2003, 10:30 AM	#5
Ferrariman Almost a Member! Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: USA Posts: 39 Drives: CLK55; Ferrari TR: 325Xi: (3) 32 Ford Hot rods	The basis of the 2004 CLK55 remains the same as the 2003, however the convertible is now avialable in the new body style. There are several new options: - New color: Cadet blue metallic - a steel blue/gray - 2 designo editions - Espresso (black ext/tan int.) and Bronze (Bronze ext/light tan int) - Walnut wood dash and trim a la other CLK's standard interior - Ventilated seats - Electronic trunk closer - closes trunk from open position One previous option has been upgraded, that being the Motorola telephone is now the V-60i tri band replacing the older V60 dual band. All the other options are there but some are packaged differently. I've noted one other change that is the deletion of the red rear drivers side "fog lamp". __________________ Ferrariman

07-23-2003, 11:06 AM	#7
Ferrariman Almost a Member! Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: USA Posts: 39 Drives: CLK55; Ferrari TR: 325Xi: (3) 32 Ford Hot rods	Over in the BenzWorld forum the whole '04 brochure has been scaned in, link: http://forums.mbnz.org/forums/messag...ssno=316&id=41 The paint code is 357. The scan is not a very good representation. I have a BMW in Steel Blue, the MB version appears to be much darker and more gray. Good luck! __________________ Ferrariman

07-23-2003, 12:55 PM	#8
nabzy Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Riyadh, KSA Posts: 330 Drives: 2004 Range Rover, 02 S 600, 02 Yukon	wait a minute...... I maybe on too something here, fairly sure but not 100% sure, but if cadet blue is the same as the 357 code then its only a new color for the US not the rest of the world as it was available last year in europe...HOWEVER......it was available for the 2003 model year in the US, in limited quantities...my hunch is its the same color as the saks exclusive blue paint that came out on the coupe in the US last year....if someone owns one of those cars they should look at the paint code on their sticker and see if it matches 357..... my guess is that to make it exclusive for a year for Saks, they didnt allow it as an option until the 04 model.... if this is the case, there are a few pics of the color on the european benz sites __________________ CLK GOD ```````` 02 CLK 55 cabriolet --- own no longer 01 CLK 55 coupe 00 CLK 430 cabriolet 99 CLK 430 coupe 98 CLK 320 coupe

07-23-2003, 02:21 PM	#9
Stiggs MBWorld Fanatic! Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Connecticut Posts: 7,188 Drives: 2003 CLK55	Hmmmm...the way this guy posts...Lionhead reminds me of Kain....anyone else think this??? No comments from Viper please. J/K Why would they delete the rear red fog light?? I use mine all the time....ok, ok I lied, but if it was foggy out I would consider using it!! __________________ 1999 CLK430 Black/Black(Gone) 1999 ML430 Black Opal 2003 CLK55 Black/Black

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