Is the CLK on the same chassis as the W203?

[Guest AL]

Does anyone know whether the CLK convertible (W208?) is on the same chassis as the W203?

I would guess that the CLK is probably heavier as it is a soft-top. Does anyone have the exact weight?

Finally, would any owner here please tell me - does the soft-top mechanism rattle or creak when the car is moving?

Thanks guys!

[Guest 9339]

I dont think so, CLK W208 should have the same platform as E class as W210.

[keltanky]

this is quoted from MA

"The current Mercedes-Benz CLK is something of an enigma - built around the C-Class platform, styled like the E-Class, and priced in between the two, the car sits in its own unique segment and has no direct competition from its German rivals. "

so the current W209 is using the W203 platform style like W211

so as W208 using W202 platform style like W210

[Guest skipper]

From the brochures:

W203 C200's kerb weight is 1485kg

W209 CLK200's kerb weight is 1665kg

[keltanky]

hmm 200kg more wow the chasis is more heavy lor, dun forget the style like W211, bigger size lei.. :punk1:

[Guest AL]

Hey guys,

Thanks for the info. I had actually meant the W209, not the older W208, sorry.

I conclude that perhaps the W209 is indeed based on a modified W203 chassis.

(if someone can check on their wheelbase and track dimensions to see if they are similar?).

I found this in http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mercedes-Benz_W209

The Mercedes-Benz W209 cars have been produced since 2002. They are sold under the CLK-Class model names. The W209 is based on the W203 C-Class. It replaced the C208 CLK-Class after 2004 which were the first car to carry the CLK moniker.

The W209 is available in two body styles, a coupe and a cabriolet, and is manufactured with diesel and petrol engines ranging from four cylinder (CLK200) to eight cylinder (CLK500 and CLK63AMG). The cabriolet (Designated with an A, as in CLK500A) features a fully automatic retractable soft top covered by a metal tonneau that can be raised and lowered from outside the vehicle using the key fob.

A W209 CLK AMG DTM was produced as a MY2006 in both a coupe and later cabriolet model. Styling cues were taken from the C-Class race car used for the German Deutsche Tourenwagen Masters racing series. The car includes a wider body, rear wing spoiler, carbon fiber accents, and upgraded suspension.

[Guest 67b]

i believe its running on de c klasse chasis with a extended/longer wheel base. any clk 200 coupe preferbly in red for sale?~ hee :love7:

[Guest angela]

any clk 200 coupe preferbly in red for sale?~ hee :love7:

no coupe, but got cabriolet...

WTS - W209 CLK 200K Cabriolet

http://www.sgmerc.com/forum/index.php?topic=1922.0

[Guest 9339]

Have another 2008 White CLK200 Cab ......

Interested let me know.

[Guest 67b]

sorry guys..m looking at coupe nia..paiseh..i stay HDB la..cannot park soft top..dangerous.. :angry3:

[Guest angela]

sorry guys..m looking at coupe nia..paiseh..i stay HDB la..cannot park soft top..dangerous.. :angry3:

oh no problem i can drive it home for you every night.

:evlaugh: :evlaugh: :evlaugh:

[Guest 67b]

hehehee~! Thx for the offer..hmm actually quite good hor..save on season parking..hahaa