This Mercedes-Benz CLK 500 is a powerful modern classic convertible, in well-appointed ‘Elegance’ specification. Under the bonnet sits a naturally aspirated 5.0 V8, delivering 225kW and 460Nm of torque to the rear wheels through a five-speed automatic transmission. This example has been driven and enjoyed, showing 168,230 kilometres on the odometer. It is being sold unregistered. This Mercedes-Benz CLK 500 is finished in Obsidian Black with a black soft top over a grey leather-trimmed cabin featuring glossy wooden inlays. It now rides on a set of 19-inch multi-spoke alloy wheels, housing red callipers and fitted with mixed tyres. Equipment includes automatic bi-Xenon headlights, front and rear parking sensors, electrically folding door mirrors, a multifunction steering wheel with wooden inserts, cruise control, electrically adjustable front seats with three-position memory, air conditioning, a Bose sound system, a passenger footwell storage net, a trip computer, and a COMAND infotainment system with satellite navigation. Please refer to the photo gallery to assess exterior and interior condition. A ‘B’ service was carried out in June 2024 at 164,901 kilometres by Hills Euro Auto Services, which included servicing the transmission and replacing the brake pads. The seller states that the logbook is missing. This C209-generation Mercedes-Benz CLK 500 is an elegant and potent modern classic convertible, benefitting from a generous factory specification. Offered for sale fresh from maintenance completed in June 2024, it would make a usable and stylish addition to any enthusiast’s stable for refined long-distance touring or enjoying sunny weekends. The description of this consignment is, to the best of the seller’s knowledge, accurate and not misleading. Collecting Cars requests a range of detail about the lot from the seller and performs a level of due diligence. However, potential buyers must independently satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of the description. Potential buyers should view or arrange inspections as well as conduct any research they feel is necessary before committing to bid or buy. Please note that it is not uncommon for classic or collectible vehicles to have received cosmetic repairs in the past, either to rectify damage or refresh appearance, and this work may be undetectable even upon visual inspection. Unless there is an explicit statement by the seller to the contrary, please assume that any vehicle could have had bodywork or paintwork during its life. Furthermore, photographs may not reflect the true colour or full condition of the vehicle. It is a bidder’s responsibility to satisfy themselves of the colour and condition of a vehicle, including its interior and the existence of any remedial bodywork or paintwork, before committing to bid or buy. This includes by raising enquiries with the seller in the comments section. For vehicles, unless otherwise stated, potential buyers should also assume that any cherished registration may be retained by the seller. Please see our Terms and Conditions for full details. This vehicle’s VIN has been checked against the Australian Personal Property Securities Register, and there is no security interest or other registration kind logged against the serial number. This vehicle has been checked through the Austroads NEVDIS system, and there are no markers under the written-off or stolen databases