Convertible CLK models feature a three-layered electric soft top, that can be operated via the keyfob or at speeds up to 8 km/h in 20 seconds. Convertible models were originally manufactured by Karmann in Osnabrück in 2003, but production was later moved to Bremen, Germany in 2004.
Equipment
Standard equipment includes antilock brakes, electronic stability control, power seats, and dual-zone climate control. Models were also offered in Elegance and Avantgarde specification. Elegance models feature green-tinted glass, a grey coloured grille, 7-spoke polished 16-inch alloy wheels, and wood interior trim, while Avantgarde models featured blue-tinted glass, a black coloured grille, 5-spoke 18-inch alloy wheels, aluminium interior trim, as well as stiffer springs, thicker anti-roll bars, and a lower ride height. In 2005, a Sports edition, based on the Avantgarde specification, was introduced and featured six-spoke 18-inch alloy wheels, cross-drilled brake rotors, and bi-xenon headlights. An AMG Sports package was also available, featuring a restyled front bumper, a spoiler lip on the boot, and 18-inch wheels. The Elegance and Avantgarde models were also updated, now featuring nine-spoke 16-inch wheels, and five spoke 17-inch wheels respectively.
Models
Petrol engines
Diesel engines
Special models
CLK 63 AMG Black Series
The CLK 63 AMG Black Series is a high-performance version of the CLK 63 AMG coupé, produced between 2007 and 2009. 500 total produced worldwide ONLY 349 in the United States. One OEM Matte Silver. It is powered by the M156 V8, producing at 6,800 rpm and of torque at 5,250 rpm and uses Pirelli P-Zero Corsa tyres and features Mercedes' SpeedShift 7G-Tronic transmission. Additional features also include a manually adjustable suspension system, a limited-slip differential, larger air intakes, bucket seats, 19-inch alloy wheels, and a spoiler, diffuser, and wider fenders made of carbon fibre. The rear seats have also been removed in order to save weight, and the top speed has been extended to.
It was a limited edition high-performance version of the CLK, to celebrate the racing version of the CLK winning the German Touring Car Championship. Only 100 coupés and 80 convertibles were built for the European market only, with the coupé version produced for the 2004 model year, and the convertible version made for the 2006 model year. The powerplant is a superchargedSOHC 3 valves per cylinderV8 engine rated at at 6100 rpm and at 3500 rpm of torque, channeled through a Mercedes-Benz 5G-Tronic transmission to the rear wheels, capable of a top speed of.
Model year changes
2004
Handling improvements in the form of modified axle bearings and more direct steering
2005 facelift
A facelift was introduced in June 2005. Major changes include:
Exterior design changes including: redesigned front and rear bumpers, grille with three louvres instead of four, and restyled taillights
COMAND 2.0 upgraded to DVD-based COMAND-APS system, introducing iPod integration
Updated center console with improved layout and switches
