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Very Possibly The Best Example of V8 W208 CLK Available - An Incredible Car!
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Mercedes W208 CLK430 V8 Avantgarde Tip-Auto (5) Coupe
Just 17, 000 Miles - FSH (serviced every 2000 miles - Absolutely Stunning
Gleaming 197 Obsidian Black - Unmarked Anthracite Leather Interior
Probably One of The Best Available -In Amazing Condition - Almost Like a New CLK
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THE CAR
Date of Registration: 19th September 2000
MOT Expiry: 17th October 2020 (No Advisories) - I will re-MOT if required.
Mileage: 17, 200 Miles
Service History: Stamped up Service Book (Serviced on average every 2000 miles!)+ All Invoices + All Old MOT Certs
Keys: All Original Keys (Two Remote Smart Keys + Wallet Key)
Previous Keepers on V5: 1 (Same owner 2000-2019)
HPI Status: 100% Clear (report included)
Road Tax Cost: £270/ Year or £148. 50/ Six Months
FEATURES
Anthracite Leather Interior
Birdseye Maple wood Cappings
Electric Memory Drivers & Passenger Seat
Memory Package - (Seat memory also remembers and adjusts mirrors & steering column)
Electrically Adjusting Steering Column
Heated Seats
Multiple Airbags
MB Audio 10 CD/ Tuner
Electric/ Heated Mirrors
Auto Dipping Rear View Mirror
ESP Stability/ Traction Control
ABS/ EBD/ BAS
Dual Zone Climate Control with Air con
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Trip/ Fuel Computer & Info Display
Cruise Control with Speed Limiter
Electric Windows
Remote Central Locking
MB Factory Alarm System
Electric/ Remote Boot Release
Front & Rear Armrest
Load Adjustable Headlamps
Front Fog Lamps
Factory (Avantgarde Spec) Blue Tinted Glass with Gradient Band Windscreen
Sport Chassis
AMG 5-Spoke Diamond Cut Alloy Wheels with Michelin Tyres (Wider on Rear)
MB Locking Wheel Nuts
Load Through Facility (Folding Rear Seats)
Tracker (will need subscription)
SUMMARY
This is quite possibly one of the best, if not “the best” W208 CLK’s available, and even better than that it’s the epic V8 engined CLK430, which is essentially an AMG car in everything but name, sharing many of its mechanical components with the CLK55. In essence you’re getting almost the same performance, without the complications and extra commitment required in owning an AMG car. Although quite subtle, almost stealthy in its appearance, which is very typical of Mercedes of this era, under the surface this is quite some machine, and is probably best thought of as an “Iron Fist in a Velvet Glove”
Bought new by a West London Estate agent in 2000, as a reward to himself, he owned this CLK430 almost 19 years before he was forced to give up driving through illness. This car was his everything and during his 19 year tenure, it was kept garaged, used very sparingly and serviced on average every 2000 miles. Following the original owners retirement from driving, it was then sold to a customer and friend of mine who is a serial Mercedes owner, and has an uncanny knack of finding truly exceptional cars like this. However a recent change in his circumstances has necessitated the sale of this truly exceptional car.
Normally, I’d write a lengthy description of the outlining a vehicles condition, and the way it drives etc., but this car is just about perfect in every respect, and is almost like a brand new W208 CLK; a car that cost around £55, 000 when new, and only produced in quite limited numbers too.
History and provenance are also equally fabulous, and in addition to the stamped up service book, the vehicle is accompanied with a large A4 lever arch file of documentation to substantiate its existence from day one. Naturally all the handbooks, all spare keys etc , etc are all present and correct.
So, in summary, considering what this car cost when new, and given it's specification, condition and performance capabilities, together with the ultra low mileage, and “water tight” provenance and history, this has to be a smart purchase; basically you’re getting an almost new V8 CLK for a very small fraction of its price when new. Also, as an extra bonus, being registered before March 2001, road tax is on a flat rate of £270 pa, and with sensible fuel consumption if driven sympathetically; why settle for a boring disposable Euro Box, when you can have this full fat V8 Mercedes Coupe for the same money. There’s also quite a very fair chance that this will increase in value too.
MTSV CLASSIC MERCEDES
MTSV (an abbreviation for Mark Taylor Specialist Vehicles) was born out an incurable and lifelong obsession for anything with four wheels on it, especially those carrying the legendary Three Pointed Star. Established by me, Mark Taylor in November 2005 when the Classic Car market was in its infancy and long before “everyman and his dog” had jumped on the Classic Car bandwagon. Specialising in Classic Mercedes from the late 1970’s, through to the 2000’s, I also frequently have the odd foray into other quality classics and sometimes even modern cars, however the qualification is always that it has to be interesting, and/ or just a little different; my theory, which has served me well so far, is that if I like it, someone else probably will!
My main specialisation is the legendary Mercedes W201 190 and Mercedes W124; I firmly believe these models were about as good as cars got in terms of sheer, teutonic quality, and believe them to be the best cars Mercedes have ever made. I’ve built up a substantial knowledge of both the W201 190 & W124 over many years, which I’m always happy to share, and have recently contributed to a W201 buying guide written by Julian Parish. I also have extensive experience of the majority of the Mercedes models within my “band of interest” namely the W116, W123, W202 & W203 C-Class, W208 & W209 CLK, W210 & W211 E-Class, W126 & W140 S-Class, R170 & R171 SLK and the R129 SL-Class. Obviously as time goes on later models are coming onto my radar too
MTSV has always, and will always focus on quality rather than quantity, and in doing so has earned, and continues to maintain an enviable reputation among its many customers both in the UK and abroad, many who are now three, four and even five times repeat customers, some of which have become good friends too. I’m also listed in the Mercedes Club Directory as a recommended business and I’ve also had several of my rarer cars featured in the motoring press too.
THE MTSV DIFFERENCE
Unlike some, I don't just simply go out, buy any old car, give it a good clean, then advertise it for more than the purchase price, disregarding any issues the car may have in the hope the new buyer won't notice…I just couldn't do that. The cars I source are carefully selected and I work very hard so that when my cars leave me, I have the satisfaction of knowing they are as good as they possibly can be within the constraints I have. As such I have many repeat customers and new customers that have been recommended via word of mouth…the ultimate accolade for anyone in business.
Any other questions, please feel free to contact me via the details on my website. I'm a firstly and foremostly a true car enthusiast of many, many years, and a Mercedes Club Member, so it's a pleasure to meet and speak to like-minded people.
Finally, I'm situated in Keighley, West Yorkshire (Postal Code Area BD21) which is approximately 11 miles from Skipton, and 20 miles West of Leeds.
Thanks for reading my advert!
Mark.
MTSV Classic Mercedes.
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COVID -19 (Corona Virus) Outbreak - Update
In line with Government requirements, as of 01/ 06/ 2020 MTSV will be re-opening to visitors, however all all the relevant social distancing measures will be observed in accordance with Government guidelines. As always, but much more importantly now, viewing will be by appointment only.
For those who are still required to self isolate, or who are not yet comfortable in venturing out yet, I remain more than happy to use technology to provide more pictures, videos, detailed descriptions etc. and if you are comfortable in purchasing without the need for physical inspection, I will either store the vehicle free of charge or have the vehicle delivered to you at a reduced cost.
