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Taken Off Market 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK DTM

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  1. tlo

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    #1 tlo, Aug 27, 2017
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    For sale is one of the most exclusive and sought after limited-edition Mercedes-Benz models, the CLK DTM AMG Coupé. A special road-going version of the racing car driven by DTM racer Bernd Schneider in the German Deutsche Tourenwagen Masters racing series, only 100 examples were produced, all of which were distributed by special order or invitation-only to clients such as F1 drivers Jenson Button and Takuma Sato.

    The DTM is powered by AMG’s supercharged 5.4 liter V8 producing 582bhp. Acceleration to 60mph is 3.8 seconds and top speed is limited to 200mph. Height-adjustable spring/shock absorber units are fitted all round and the suspension bushes are stiffer, while the DTM's redesigned rear suspension owes little to that of the stock CLK.

    This example has had only two previous owners and has covered 5,000 miles from new. Accident-free with original paint and panels, it comes with all its original books, handbook, service book and European Certificate of Conformity and recently received a full service by a Mercedes-Benz main dealer. The car is fully federalized and road legal under Show and Display rules in all states except California, where it will require CARB certification.

    Very rare and thrilling to drive, these cars do not come to market often, so this represents a great opportunity for the serious enthusiast/collector.

    Asking Price: $405,000

    Please PM me if interested!
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  2. dm_n_stuff

    dm_n_stuff Four Time F1 World Champ
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    Private sale or are you a dealer?

    D
     
  3. tlo

    tlo Rookie

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    Hi, this is a private sale.
     
  4. tlo

    tlo Rookie

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    Yes, same car. I'm the owner.
     
  5. 95spiderman

    95spiderman F1 World Champ
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    Very cool to have such a rare car
    glws
     
  6. dm_n_stuff

    dm_n_stuff Four Time F1 World Champ
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    Wow!

    Didn't sell at Gooding, which I guess was unfortunate, now for sale here.

    Very unusual and cool car, I knew I'd seen it before, just could not recall where. Believe it or not, did a Google images search and it popped right up!

    GLWS.

    Any fresh/new photos?

    D
     
  7. tlo

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    Thanks both. Photos were taken 2 months ago. I have a few additional which can be emailed to parties with serious interest.
     
  8. Nurburgringer

    Nurburgringer F1 World Champ

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    whoa

    My father has a garden variety 2005 CLK55, but other than a GTR this is the Big Daddy CLK for sure.

    Any in-car video running through the gears?
     
  9. tlo

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    No in-car video unfortunately. Both hands on the wheel at all times :)
     
  10. dm_n_stuff

    dm_n_stuff Four Time F1 World Champ
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    Also be helpful to know where the car is now.

    Disclaimer: I am not a buyer on this car, but I've been here long enough to anticipate some of the questions that potential buyers, even on a car this rare, are going to want to know, in the ad copy, before contacting you.

    And, really would not hurt to post at least one image not from the Gooding ad. There are scammers that come on here all the time trying to sell cars they don't own. It would go a long way towards alleviating any fears that this deal might not be on the up and up, after all, it's a LOT of car, and a goodly sum of money.

    Dave
     
  11. dm_n_stuff

    dm_n_stuff Four Time F1 World Champ
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    There ya go!!!

    DAMN! Just like my CLK350, on steroids, and then some.

    Very cool car.

    D
     
  12. RareAir23

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    Love these! There was a silver one for sale in Scottsdale a few years ago. It was awesome! GLWS
     
  13. technom3

    technom3 F1 World Champ
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    yup! People do not realize how amazing those cars are... they are extremely underrated.
     
  14. ReyF

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    Beautiful car and very unique. If it were me I would professionally have the tints removed. Gives it a much cleaner look and lets the interior shine. GLWS
     
  15. Cobraownr

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    To the OP:

    This from the Gooding catalog listing:

    *Please note that the consignor and any buyer will be required to comply with NHTSA and other applicable requirements and complete additional paperwork in order to effect transfer of ownership, including a show/display permit application. Please also note that this vehicle will not be sold for use or resale in California or to a non-dealer California resident.

    The car is in the U.S. under a Show or Display exemption, yes? Does the Gooding statement mean that your buyer has to apply for another exemption? This should be routine if one was granted already to allow the car in?
     
  16. tlo

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    #18 tlo, Aug 28, 2017
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    The Show and Display exception applies to the car, not to its owner, so the new buyer can title and register the car in the normal way. Only registration in California requires an additional step, namely CARB certification.
     
  17. 4re308

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    UNREAL CAR!!! Absolutely incredible machine!
     
  18. Jdubbya

    Jdubbya The $10 Trillion Man
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    Very cool car!! One of my top dream cars.
     
  19. tlo

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    Thanks for the kind words guys.
     
  20. Terra

    Terra F1 Rookie
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    #22 Terra, Aug 28, 2017
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    Please see the underlined text in Section 7.3 (on Page 2 under "Terms of Importation"), in the attached "Application for Permission to Import a Motor Vehicle for Show or Display."
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  21. tlo

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    #23 tlo, Aug 28, 2017
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    Terra - thanks for raising and I stand corrected. It nonetheless remains the case that the car has already been approved for use in the U.S. following a comprehensive (and expensive) federalization process, but clearly a little extra paperwork on the part of the buyer and seller will be necessary at the close, which I am happy to assist with.
     
  22. slownrusty

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  23. galt

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    Fantastic car, definitely a collectors special.

    Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk
     

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