Mercedes CLK 550
Apart from sporting a stunning appearance, the Mercedes CLK 550 comes with a host of features. This car is one of the most sophisticated looking classy and posh vehicles which just take your breath away. The 2007 edition of the CLK 550 sported a new V8 engine with more power than the CLK 500 engine.
A range of sports cars have been manufactured by Mercedes Benz. Among them the CLK 550 is the most popular models. Apart from enhanced performance, the
Mercedes CLK 550 provides for smooth and quiet cruising and a good mileage.
Equipped with an awesome 391 pound feet torque and a 382 mph horsepower, the acceleration and engine power provides for smooth driving pleasure. Handling is sharper and the vehicle is absolutely stable even at very high speeds.
The compact look of the Mercedes CLK 550 is misleading as this car is quite spacious and there is sufficient space. Space can be increased by adjusting the seats inside the car. Even tall people can sit in comfort in the front seat. This exceptional and awesome car is made of choicest of materials of high quality. In order to make the dashboard look luxurious and posh, it is sprayed with soft polyurethane.
The panel of this car looks different and unique with wood and gathered leather. As you drive around in the CLK 550, you will find that there is very little or no vibrations. You will be able to drive around with confidence at high speeds. Extremely efficient handling is thus possible with the CLK 550 with the help of the transmission which is seven speeds automatic. Extremely good suspension and superb mechanics make this one of the sportiest cars.
Price of the Mercedes CLK 550 is understandably more than the 3-series coupes of BMW. With a V8 engine, the CLK 550 remained unchallenged since its introduction in the year 2003 and still remains fresh enough as it marches ahead to its fifth version.
Interesting inclusions in the CLK 550 are the rearview mirrors, a rear spoiler and driver’s side mirrors which dim automatically. The model also comes with wheels and brake suspension upgraded, a kardon/Harman audio system, seats which are ventilated and a Sport Appearance Package.
Mechanical features included in the Mercedes CLK 550 include the rear wheel drive, front/rear stabilizer bars, electronic stability program or ESP, exhaust finisher which is enlarged and polished with chrome, power steering which is speed sensitive and variable, automatic transmission which is controlled electronically and adapts to the driver, etc.
Exterior features in the CLK 550 include mirrors which are power heated, halogen fog lamps in the front, day time running lamps which are programmable, one red fog lamp at the rear, headlamps which can be selected by the driver and is capable of sensing light, windshield vipers which can sense rain, etc.
Features in the interior of the Mercedes CLK 550 include instrumentations like tachometer, bar graph gauges to check coolant and fuel temperature electronically, speedometer, quartz clock, etc. Other features are the plush leather upholstery, instrument cluster with multi function display, power windows, cruise control, option of monitoring pressure of the tires, anti theft alarm system, etc.