The Mercedes Benz CLK Class of automobiles was first made available for sale to automotive enthusiasts and the distinguished consumers who appreciated such high quality automobiles in 1996. The first mid sized automobile offered by Mercedes proved itself true to the reputation of a Mercedes in both form and function. This mid sized luxury car did not disappoint in terms of luxurious features, superior handling and sophisticated styling. The first generation of Mercedes Benz CLK Class, the W208, was available in four different models with all models being available as either a coupe or a convertible.

In 2003, the W209 emerged as the second generation of the Mercedes CLK Class and as of 2007 is still the current generation of the Mercedes CLK Class of vehicles. The new CLK Class was enhanced by only a few relatively minor changes to the overall design and function of the vehicle. The most significant changes to the new generation of Mercedes Benz CLK Class vehicles are evident in the sportier frame and trim. The CLK 430's also received a bigger, faster V8 engine and were rebadged as the Mercedes Benz CLK 500's.

The current generation of CLK Class of vehicles has undergone a few changes throughout the years that have improved their handling and performance and have also slightly increased the size of the CLK Class. Just as sexy as either a cabriolet or coupe, the only real downside to the sophisticated high performance Mercedes Benz CLK Class of vehicles it that they carry an equally high price tag.

In addition to the usual lineup of extremely seductive W202 and W203 Mercedes Benz CLK's, there were a few CLK production cars that were made in limited quantities. In 1997, Mercedes Benz designed and built a race car that was slated to participate in the prestigious FIA GT Championship series that year. Only the mandatory minimums of limited production vehicles were manufactured as the Mercedes Benz CLK GTR. One GLK GTR was revamped, updated and rebadged as the Mercedes Benz CLK LM for participation in the 24 Hours of Le Mans sports car endurance race in 1998.

The Mercedes Benz also made limited quantities of the CLK DTM AMG for the 2006 model year. Only 80 convertibles and 100 coupes were manufactured as the Mercedes Benz CLK DTM AMG. This dynamically designed sports car CLK DTM AMG and its supercharged V8 engine could hit 100 mph in a mere 3.9 seconds, with top speeds averaging between 320 mph for the coupe and 300 mph for the cabriolet/convertible version.