Owners praise the CLK55 as easy to maintain and DIY-friendly, from an era before tech took over the car, making it accessible to independent mechanics. Spark plug changes are manageable with the right MB offset wrench, and several long-term owners report keeping these running deep into six-figure mileage without major expense despite the $85k-plus original price.
DIY-friendliness and maintenance accessibility
Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMG (C208) · ownership