Mercedes-Benz CL-Class C140

Built

1992 to 1999

Versions

1

Body styles

Coupe

Engine

V8, 5.0L

Power

322 hp

0 to 60

6.9 s

Top speed

155 mph

The Mercedes-Benz CL-Class C140 was built from 1992 to 1999.

The CL-Class: The original CL-Class marked Mercedes-Benz's bold return to the grand touring coupe segment after a decade-long absence. Built on the S-Class platform, this C140-generation flagship combined luxury with genuine performance credentials. The range-topping CL600 featured AMG's hand-built 6.0-liter V12 producing 389 horsepower, while the CL500's 5.0-liter V8 delivered 315 horsepower with better balance. Bruno Sacco's design aged gracefully, featuring pillarless side glass and a distinctive fastback silhouette that influenced Mercedes coupes for decades. Advanced features included adaptive damping, traction control, and comprehensive safety systems that were revolutionary for 1992. Production totaled just over 26,000 units globally, making clean examples increasingly sought-after. The CL600's rarity and V12 soundtrack drive collector interest today, though the CL500 offers similar presence with lower maintenance complexity. Values have stabilized after years of depreciation, positioning these elegant grand tourers as accessible entry points into serious Mercedes collecting.

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