2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class CLK 320

The CLK-Class is Mercedes' mid-size coupe and convertible, a style-focused two-door that blends luxury with a sporty edge. It's a relaxed cruiser that handles well enough to be fun, though the ride is on the firm side. The cabin is a pleasant place, with quality materials and comfortable seats, but the back seat is tight and the trunk is small, especially in the convertible. Watch for electrical gremlins and plastic interior bits that wear with age, but the driveline is generally solid. The CLK 320 is the model to pick if you want the V6: it's noticeably smoother than the entry-level four-cylinder, though you'll give up the V8 punch of the CLK 500. Its 3.2L V6 makes 215 horsepower and pairs with a automatic transmission, making it a relaxed cruiser that does 0-60 in the mid-seven-second range and returns 20 mpg combined. This convertible's fabric top operates quickly and preserves trunk space reasonably well, though the cabin gets noisy at highway speeds with the roof up.