Highlights
- Low mileage with full service history
- Twin turbo V8, the last of the luxurious CL line
- Very high specification and in excellent condition
- Impeccable MOT history with MOT to February 2024
- Just 1,000 miles covered since last service
The Appeal
Mercedes-Benz’ model history is proof that its engineers have always like to push themselves. With the first CL coupe they definitely dialled things up to 11. This model and its successors were all about showcasing cutting edge technology and features that would eventually filtered down to the more everyday models.
The third generation C216 CL combined styling influenced by the svelte CLS with the superlative chassis from the S-Class and very high levels of technology. It was facelifted in 2010, which also saw even more new technology being added. Buyers could choose from various engines - the CL500 BlueEFFICIENCY got the mammoth 425bhp twin-turbo M278 4.7litre V8.
This well maintained, low mileage CL500 BlueEFFICIENCY shows just why these models were so beloved by contemporary reviewers. With full service history - most recently just 1,000 miles ago - and a very good MOT history, it presents in virtually as new condition. With pillarless design and very high specification, if you’re after the best luxury four seater GT, is there really an alternative?
The History and Paperwork
- First registered in the UK 21st March 2011
- VIN records confirm the specification and build date of 28th February 2011
- Current owner since 21st April 2021
- MOT to 3rd February 2024 with no advisories
- MOT history is very clean with only a handful of minor advisories
- Full service history documented in print out showing annual servicing 2012 to 2017
- Then serviced in 2021
- Most recently serviced on 7th July 2022 at 55,174 miles - 1,000 miles ago
- Gearbox selector switch replaced in March 2021 at cost of £935.94
- Original factory handbooks, owners manual and leather wallet in good condition
- 2 keys
The Interior
- Very high specification including many desirable factory options
- Presents very well with no visible signs of use or wear
- Grey leather (code 818A) seats well kept with no visible marks
- Practical 2+2 arrangement with sumptuous rear seats
- Two tone leather-bound dashboard displays no marks
- Walnut veneers unmarked and steering wheel shows only very light sheen
- Switchgear in virtually as new condition
- Clean carpets with only light staining in driver’s footwell
- AMG overmats
- Boot area well presented with space saver spare, first aid kit and tool kit
- We understand that all the electrics and equipment works as it should
Specification includes:
- Rear view camera
- Parking guidance
- Distronic Plus radar cruise that also manages braking
- Active blind spot system
- Driving Package
- Leather and wood steering wheel
- Burr walnut veneers
- Telephone set up
- Tire pressure monitor
- COMAND DVD, TV tuner and navigation system
- DAB digital radio with Harmon Kardon sound system
- Remote operation of infotainment system
- Climate control
- Automatic high beam
- Heated screen wash
- Keyless go with stop/start button
- Digital dashboard
- Heaters in rear of front seats for rear seat passengers
- Electric memory front seats with heating
The Exterior
- Classic Iridium Silver metallic (code 775U) paintwork
- Svelte pillarless coupe design
- Paintwork is in very good condition with no visible scuffs, dents or marks
- Bodywork presents similarly with no obvious deterioration
- AMG styling pack including front spoiler and side skirts
- 19in AMG alloy wheels are presentable but with some kerbing and scuffs
- Quality Continental tyres showing good tread
- Glass electric tilt and slide sunroof
- Some stone chips visible on front nearside bumper
- Underside presents well with no issues to note
- Some light scuffs on underside of rear bumper not otherwise normally visible
The Mechanics
- 4,663cc twin turbo V8 M278 Mercedes-Benz engine
- 425bhp
- &spd 7G-TRONIC automatic gearbox with semi-automatic function
- AMG sports package
- Full service history, most recently 1,000 miles ago
Summary
Mercedes-Benz’ CL is not just a svelte coupe, it is a showcase for the firm’s latest technology. Buyers also get an effortless quick, very luxurious four seater car in the tradition of classic high end GTs.
This example has clearly been cared for by its few owners and presents much as it would surely have been the day it left the showroom. With low miles, great service history and excellent MOT records, i looks like a very good example of a magnificent car.
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