Best Mercedes-Benz CLK500 Cabriolet Year to Buy
There is no single best Mercedes-Benz CLK500 Cabriolet year: the right one depends on your budget and what you want from the car. Across 53 verified sales, the 2004 is the most affordable at $11,040 and trades most often (22 verified sales). No comparable sale since Nov 25, 2025, so the 2004's value may not reflect today's market.
Data: DriveIndex. 3 model years with at least 10 verified sales each, latest sale Jul 8, 2026. Methodology
Mercedes-Benz CLK500 Cabriolet Value by Model Year
| Year | Value | Vs. original MSRP | Verified sales | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 CLK500 Cabriolet | $11,540 | — | 10 | — |
| 2005 CLK500 Cabriolet | $11,619 | — | 21 | 1 |
| 2004 CLK500 Cabriolet | $11,040No comparable sale since Nov 2025 | — | 22 | — |
Value is DriveIndex's market value for each year, from verified sales. “Vs. original MSRP” compares it with the sticker price when new, not adjusted for inflation: 100% means it is worth exactly what it cost. Years with fewer than 10 verified sales are listed but not ranked.
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Best Mercedes-Benz CLK500 Cabriolet Year: Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best Mercedes-Benz CLK500 Cabriolet year to buy?
There is no single best Mercedes-Benz CLK500 Cabriolet year: the right one depends on your budget and what you want from the car. Across 53 verified sales, the 2004 is the most affordable at $11,040 and trades most often (22 verified sales). No comparable sale since Nov 25, 2025, so the 2004's value may not reflect today's market. The table on this page lists every model year with its market value, its value against its original MSRP and how many have sold.
Which Mercedes-Benz CLK500 Cabriolet year is the cheapest?
The 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK500 Cabriolet is the most affordable year with enough verified sales to compare, valued at $11,040. No comparable sale since Nov 25, 2025, so the 2004's value may not reflect today's market. The most valuable is the 2005, at $11,619.
How much is a Mercedes-Benz CLK500 Cabriolet worth?
Depending on the model year, a Mercedes-Benz CLK500 Cabriolet is worth from $11,040 to $11,619 today, based on verified sales. Mileage, condition and options move any single car's price; each year's page shows its recent sales.
Which Mercedes-Benz CLK500 Cabriolet year is appreciating?
This page shows what each year is worth and how that compares with its original price. Whether each year is appreciating, stable or depreciating is DriveIndex's Value Signal, which Pro members see for every year along with a 1–5 year projection.