Vehicle Description
2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS550 - One Owner - 5.5L V8 - Automatic
Transmission - 81k Miles - Black Over Black Interior (Please note:
If you happen to be viewing this 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS55on a
website other than our Garage Kept Motors site, it's possible that
you've only seen some of our many photographs of the car due to
third-party website limitations. To be sure you access all the more
than 35 photographs, as well as a short start-up and walk-around
video, and a link to its accident and damage-free, one-owner
(before Garage Kept) Carfax history, please go to our main website:
GKM.com) No big changes here. But none were needed with this
great-looking Mercedes �€" Road & Track, June 2008 Excerpts from
the Road & Track review: - ... the trend-setting sedan with the
muscularly arching silhouette and coupe-like roofline has developed
into a modern classic since its introduction in 2005 as a 2006
model. That it has spawned copycats (including the new Volkswagen
Passat CC) proves it has a shape that didn't need to be altered
much - a point further underscored by the 2009 CLS. - A discerning
eye is needed to spot the subtle changes. Most obvious is a new
grille, which has two bars instead of four spanning the mesh that's
now painted gray. More subtle are the arrow-shaped LED taillights,
slightly revised rear bumper cap and exhaust outlets now shaped
like trapezoids instead of ovals. And if you look closer, you'll
see side mirrors that are 32 percent larger than before, featuring
integrated turn-signal lights shaped like arrows. That, together
with new 5-spoke 18-in. alloy wheels, completes the aesthetic
changes for the 2009 CLS, which went on sale in late May. -
'Inside, the 4-seat CLS continues with yards of leather and a broad
expanse of wood spanning the dash, plus a few improvements. Most
notable is a sportier 3-spoke steering wheel, through which can be
seen updated chronometer-style gauges, now finished in white with
silver backgrounds. - The 550 is a great everyday ride and by no
means a slouch, powered by a 5.5-liter V-8 with 382 bhp at 6000 rpm
and 391 lb.-ft. of torque from 2800 rpm to 4800. A 7-speed
automatic transmission (with paddles on the back of the steering
wheel) ups the sporting quotient, and the air springs of the
Airmatic suspension team with electronically adjusted gas-filled
dampers to create a ride that's comfortable on the highway and
capable in the twisties. Of help in the latter department are
reasonably large tires, size 275/35ZR-18 in back, 245/40ZR-18 in
front. - ... the new 2009 CLS sedans, which, thankfully, look as
good today as they did the day they were introduced. Offered here
is a one-owner 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS550, black on black. The
exterior black paint-a Mercedes classic color-exhibits excellent
gloss and an absence of wear indications. Restrained bright trim on
the window surrounds and limited body styling details suit the CLS'
racy roofline and understated elegance while conveying an
unmistakable Mercedes presence. No aspect of the styling is
overdone or showy. The 5-spoke 18-inch alloy wheels are mounted
with premium Continental DWS all-season tires. Delivered new at
Betten Imports in Grand Rapids, the car has an excellent and
comprehensive, Carfax-verified service record over its 81,887
miles. This mileage accumulation is very conservative-fewer than
6,500 miles per-year on average since new. Inside, the black theme
carries on across leather upholstery, dashboard, and trim. The
outstanding, virtually wear-free surfaces throughout could only
result from owner pride and meticulous care. Luxury touches and a
full range of features include climate control, adjustable Airmatic
suspension, 7-speed automatic transmission, and more. Even the
paint quality is special: The clearcoat layer is impregnated with
tiny ceramic particles, increasing resistance to scratches by 300
percent compared to conventional finishes, according to Mer
