2003 Mercedes Benz CLK500 Elegance

If you’re someone who appreciates the nuanced pleasures of luxury driving, this 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK500 Elegance will feel like the perfect companion.

The CLK500 is a marvel of engineering, blending entertainment, safety, satisfaction, and remarkable practicality. The Elegance trim focused on a refined and understated luxury experience, catering to buyers who wanted a sophisticated coupé with an emphasis on comfort and style without being overly sporty or aggressive.

Equipped with a 5-speed automatic transmission, a MacPherson-strut front suspension, and a multilink independent rear suspension, it ensures both comfort and precise handling. The steering is rack-and-pinion, complemented by advanced systems like ABS, Mercedes' Brake Assist, and ESP stability control.

To enhance performance, the car features staggered tyre sizes between the front and rear. Standard amenities include rain-sensing windscreen wipers, a tilt-and-telescoping steering column, side curtain airbags, and side-impact airbags for rear-seat passengers. The CLK500 is also powered by a 5.0-litre V8 engine producing 302hp, delivering smooth, effortless acceleration.

Available here at CTS today is an Australian-delivered example of a 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK500 Elegance with just over 63,500 km travelled since new, presented in Obsidian Black paintwork over Cream interior trim.

Delivered new to Mercedes-Benz Zetland and serviced regularly at Mercedes-Benz dealerships around Sydney, the most recent service was completed in December 2024 to prepare the vehicle for its next custodian.

Looking inside the car, you still have the feel of luxury—even 20 years later, that feeling hasn’t lost its edge. You sit back, turn the key, and hear the engine roar back into action. The cabin features premium materials still in great condition, such as soft-touch plastics, leather upholstery, and wood trim in burl walnut, which really give a sense of luxury and refinement.

This example comes with two keys and all the original books, with a fully documented service history since new.

The CLK500 comes standard with automatic climate control, allowing the driver and passenger to set individual temperature preferences. Equipped with a high-quality Bose sound system, the car offers exceptional audio clarity, and an in-dash CD changer is included. A power tilt-and-slide sunroof adds to the luxurious feel, as everything that this car came with when new still works today.

In 2003, the CLK500 Elegance stood out as a high-end option for those seeking a combination of performance, luxury, and prestige. It remains an appealing choice for enthusiasts who value timeless design and quality engineering. A classic in the making, it will only become more desirable in a collection over time.