2014 MERCEDES-BENZ CLS-CLASS | WDDLJ7GBXEA100530

❮ MERCEDES-BENZ CLS 63 AMG – zdjęcie z aukcji, lot #42033256 ❯

2014 MERCEDES-BENZ CLS-CLASS | WDDLJ7GBXEA100530

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Specifications

Engine Versions
4
Original Highest MSRP
~$110,000
The most powerful engine version for models
CLS 63 AMG S 4MATIC
Engine: 5.5L twin-turbocharged V8
Torque: 800 Nm
0–100 km/h: ~3.6 s

The peak of the second-generation CLS lineup was the CLS 63 AMG S 4MATIC, delivering 577 hp and a colossal 800 Nm of torque from a hand-built 5.5L biturbo V8. This powerhouse accelerated from 0–100 km/h in an astonishing 3.6 seconds — placing it firmly in supercar territory despite its four-door layout. Even the non-AMG CLS 550 (CLS 500 in some markets) with its 402 hp V8 offered brutal mid-range acceleration and high-speed cruising prowess.

Handling was remarkably sharp for a car of its size, thanks to adaptive air suspension (AIRMATIC), a low center of gravity, and optional AMG Ride Control with continuously adjustable damping. The steering was precise and quick, while the available 4MATIC all-wheel drive system ensured confident traction even under aggressive acceleration or inclement weather. The CLS managed to blend grand touring comfort with dynamic control, especially in AMG trim.

In essence, the CLS C218 was a bold and seductive four-door coupé that combined luxury with sports car performance. It delivered thrills without sacrificing everyday usability, standing as a style-forward alternative to the E-Class and a design-driven rival to Porsche and BMW.

Body Styles

The CLS-Class was available in two primary body styles: a 4-door luxury coupé and a 5-door Shooting Brake (station wagon) in select global markets. The sedan version retained its iconic swooping roofline and frameless doors, with sculpted flanks and a wide, assertive grille. Its proportions were sleek and dramatic — lower and more athletic than the E-Class on which it was based — with a long hood, short rear deck, and prominent rear haunches.

The Shooting Brake, introduced in 2012, offered the same visual drama in a more practical form, blending coupé aesthetics with wagon versatility. It featured a tapering roof, muscular rear quarters, and an artisanal wooden cargo floor in high trims — reinforcing the CLS’s position as a design icon with no direct equivalent.

Model Name Meaning (Manufacturer)

The “CLS” name stands for “Coupé Leicht Sportlich”, which translates from German as “Coupé Light Sporty.” Mercedes-Benz coined the term to describe a new vehicle genre that fused the low-slung form of a coupé with the practicality of four doors. The CLS was not simply a rebadged E-Class — it was a standalone design statement meant to redefine automotive elegance.

Body & Interior Colors and Rims

The CLS C218 featured a broad range of expressive body colors, including classic hues like Obsidian Black, Iridium Silver, Palladium Silver, and designo Diamond White, alongside bolder options like Hyacinth Red, designo Magno Alanite Grey (matte), and Cavansite Blue. AMG models often featured darker metallics and optional Night Packages with gloss-black trim. The Shooting Brake offered the same palette, often enhanced with exclusive designo options.

Inside, the CLS emphasized artisanal luxury, with leather and Nappa leather upholstery in colorways such as Black, Porcelain, Silk Beige, and Espresso Brown. Contrasting piping, diamond-quilted AMG seats, and extended leather dash treatments elevated the ambiance. Trim choices ranged from brushed aluminum and black piano lacquer to rich wood veneers like Burl Walnut, Ash, or designo Flowing Lines wood. The Shooting Brake’s cargo area could be ordered with a handcrafted wood floor featuring aluminum rails — a nod to luxury yachts.

Wheel options spanned from 17-inch turbine-style alloys on base models to 20-inch AMG multi-spoke designs with titanium gray or gloss-black finishes. AMG variants featured staggered fitments, low-profile performance tires, and optional forged rims. Each wheel design was carefully chosen to underscore the CLS’s unique blend of athleticism and sophistication.

Top Expensive Options

  • AMG Performance Package (higher boost, carbon engine cover): $6,000
  • designo Exclusive Leather Interior with Contrast Stitching: $4,200
  • Bang & Olufsen BeoSound Premium Audio: $6,400
  • DISTRONIC PLUS with Steering Assist: $2,800
  • Night View Assist Plus with Pedestrian Detection: $2,260
  • Carbon Ceramic Brakes (CLS 63 AMG only): $9,800
  • AMG Dynamic Plus Package (engine mounts, LSD, Race mode): $2,900
  • designo Magno Matte Paint Finish: $3,950
  • Multicontour Seats with Massage & Active Ventilation: $1,600
  • Rear Seat Entertainment with Dual Screens: $2,500

vs Competitors

The CLS-Class C218 stood apart from its rivals by combining visual drama with V8 muscle and hand-crafted interior luxury. Compared to the Audi A7, it offered more tradition and richness; against the BMW 6 Series Gran Coupé, it felt less clinical and more romantic. While the Porsche Panamera prioritized dynamics, the CLS emphasized stylistic identity and comfort without becoming sterile. The Shooting Brake variant further differentiated it from competitors by offering design and cargo versatility no other rival matched. In AMG form, it matched or exceeded all rivals in straight-line speed and build quality, making it one of the most complete and character-rich four-door performance coupés of its era.

Fun Fact

The second-generation CLS 63 AMG was one of the first AMG models to feature the now-iconic “S” designation, representing a power boost, performance upgrades, and standard 4MATIC all-wheel drive. With this model, AMG successfully proved that a luxury four-door coupé could offer supercar-level acceleration — setting the tone for future models like the E 63 S and GT 4-Door Coupé. The CLS also helped popularize frameless door designs in mainstream sedans, influencing design trends far beyond the Mercedes lineup.

IAAI
Final Bid: $10,850
VIN WDDLJ7GBXEA100530

Lot Details

Final Bid Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class (2014)

Minimum Final Bid:
$10,850
Average Final Bid:
$19,675
Maximum Final Bid:
$28,500
Source Distribution:
Copart: 50% (1) | IAAI: 50% (1)

Specifications

Engine Versions
4
Original Highest MSRP
~$110,000
The most powerful engine version for models
Engine:
Torque:
0–100 km/h:

The peak of the second-generation CLS lineup was the CLS 63 AMG S 4MATIC, delivering 577 hp and a colossal 800 Nm of torque from a hand-built 5.5L biturbo V8. This powerhouse accelerated from 0–100 km/h in an astonishing 3.6 seconds — placing it firmly in supercar territory despite its four-door layout. Even the non-AMG CLS 550 (CLS 500 in some markets) with its 402 hp V8 offered brutal mid-range acceleration and high-speed cruising prowess.

Handling was remarkably sharp for a car of its size, thanks to adaptive air suspension (AIRMATIC), a low center of gravity, and optional AMG Ride Control with continuously adjustable damping. The steering was precise and quick, while the available 4MATIC all-wheel drive system ensured confident traction even under aggressive acceleration or inclement weather. The CLS managed to blend grand touring comfort with dynamic control, especially in AMG trim.

In essence, the CLS C218 was a bold and seductive four-door coupé that combined luxury with sports car performance. It delivered thrills without sacrificing everyday usability, standing as a style-forward alternative to the E-Class and a design-driven rival to Porsche and BMW.

Body Styles

The CLS-Class was available in two primary body styles: a 4-door luxury coupé and a 5-door Shooting Brake (station wagon) in select global markets. The sedan version retained its iconic swooping roofline and frameless doors, with sculpted flanks and a wide, assertive grille. Its proportions were sleek and dramatic — lower and more athletic than the E-Class on which it was based — with a long hood, short rear deck, and prominent rear haunches.

The Shooting Brake, introduced in 2012, offered the same visual drama in a more practical form, blending coupé aesthetics with wagon versatility. It featured a tapering roof, muscular rear quarters, and an artisanal wooden cargo floor in high trims — reinforcing the CLS’s position as a design icon with no direct equivalent.

Model Name Meaning (Manufacturer)

The “CLS” name stands for “Coupé Leicht Sportlich”, which translates from German as “Coupé Light Sporty.” Mercedes-Benz coined the term to describe a new vehicle genre that fused the low-slung form of a coupé with the practicality of four doors. The CLS was not simply a rebadged E-Class — it was a standalone design statement meant to redefine automotive elegance.

Body & Interior Colors and Rims

The CLS C218 featured a broad range of expressive body colors, including classic hues like Obsidian Black, Iridium Silver, Palladium Silver, and designo Diamond White, alongside bolder options like Hyacinth Red, designo Magno Alanite Grey (matte), and Cavansite Blue. AMG models often featured darker metallics and optional Night Packages with gloss-black trim. The Shooting Brake offered the same palette, often enhanced with exclusive designo options.

Inside, the CLS emphasized artisanal luxury, with leather and Nappa leather upholstery in colorways such as Black, Porcelain, Silk Beige, and Espresso Brown. Contrasting piping, diamond-quilted AMG seats, and extended leather dash treatments elevated the ambiance. Trim choices ranged from brushed aluminum and black piano lacquer to rich wood veneers like Burl Walnut, Ash, or designo Flowing Lines wood. The Shooting Brake’s cargo area could be ordered with a handcrafted wood floor featuring aluminum rails — a nod to luxury yachts.

Wheel options spanned from 17-inch turbine-style alloys on base models to 20-inch AMG multi-spoke designs with titanium gray or gloss-black finishes. AMG variants featured staggered fitments, low-profile performance tires, and optional forged rims. Each wheel design was carefully chosen to underscore the CLS’s unique blend of athleticism and sophistication.

Top Expensive Options

  • AMG Performance Package (higher boost, carbon engine cover): $6,000
  • designo Exclusive Leather Interior with Contrast Stitching: $4,200
  • Bang & Olufsen BeoSound Premium Audio: $6,400
  • DISTRONIC PLUS with Steering Assist: $2,800
  • Night View Assist Plus with Pedestrian Detection: $2,260
  • Carbon Ceramic Brakes (CLS 63 AMG only): $9,800
  • AMG Dynamic Plus Package (engine mounts, LSD, Race mode): $2,900
  • designo Magno Matte Paint Finish: $3,950
  • Multicontour Seats with Massage & Active Ventilation: $1,600
  • Rear Seat Entertainment with Dual Screens: $2,500

vs Competitors

The CLS-Class C218 stood apart from its rivals by combining visual drama with V8 muscle and hand-crafted interior luxury. Compared to the Audi A7, it offered more tradition and richness; against the BMW 6 Series Gran Coupé, it felt less clinical and more romantic. While the Porsche Panamera prioritized dynamics, the CLS emphasized stylistic identity and comfort without becoming sterile. The Shooting Brake variant further differentiated it from competitors by offering design and cargo versatility no other rival matched. In AMG form, it matched or exceeded all rivals in straight-line speed and build quality, making it one of the most complete and character-rich four-door performance coupés of its era.

Fun Fact

The second-generation CLS 63 AMG was one of the first AMG models to feature the now-iconic “S” designation, representing a power boost, performance upgrades, and standard 4MATIC all-wheel drive. With this model, AMG successfully proved that a luxury four-door coupé could offer supercar-level acceleration — setting the tone for future models like the E 63 S and GT 4-Door Coupé. The CLS also helped popularize frameless door designs in mainstream sedans, influencing design trends far beyond the Mercedes lineup.

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