Images: Mercedes C215.I CL 55 AMG (2001-02)
Released in Australia in July 2001, the Mercedes-Benz C216 CL 55 AMG was a grand touring coupe. Manufactured in Sindelfingen, Germany, the rear-wheel drive C215 CL 55 AMG was powered by a 5.4-litre V8 petrol engine that was mated to a five-speed automatic transmission. The C215.I CL 55 AMG was based on the C215.I CL 500, but distinguished by its stroked engine, revised transmission ratios, upgraded brakes and AMG styling… Read full Mercedes C215 CL 55 and CL 65 AMG review
Images: Mercedes C215.II CL 55 AMG and 65 AMG (2002-06)
Released in Australia in October 2002, the Mercedes C215 Series II (C215.II) CL 55 was powered by a supercharged 5.4-litre V8 petrol engine; in December 2004, the range was expanded with the CL 65 AMG. As part of the C215.II update, the AMG Speedshift transmission with steering wheel gearshift paddles was fitted as standard. Furthermore, the Active Body Control (ABC) system continuously measured the current gross weight of the vehicle and included this value when calculating suspension adjustments for improved dynamics. The Mercedes C215.II CL-Class could be identified by its revised front bumpers, clear-lens headlights and exit lighting for the door mirrors.
