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While a bit shy of, say, an unobtainable Rolls-Royce or Bentley, the represents the finest Mercedes money can buy—and it will take plenty of cash to bring it home. I normally mention price at the end of a story, but here it is now -- $118,665, including a few options (base price $103,100). With that over with, let's consider what you get for that sizeable sum.

Most noticeable is the sheer beauty and presence of the car. Based on the large S-Class sedan platform, the CL is a pillarless coupe—a rarity these days. The themes of recent Mercedes products are especially nicely blended here. The side panels swell boldly around the wheelwells, and a deep crease rises from the trailing edge of the front wheelwell and sails over the rear, culminating in a front-leaning taillamp lens. The sharp angle of roofline to rear deck and turned up headlamps all contribute to a vigorous, sporty look…..Read More