Sell your 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class for cash

The 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class is a small car that came with a 3.2L 6-cyl engine. At 28 years old, many are reaching the point where repairs cost more than the car is worth. Running or not, we'll make you an offer and tow it away for free.

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1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class at a glance

Body styleSubcompact Cars
Engines3.2L 6-cyl
TransmissionsAutomatic 5-spd
DriveRear-Wheel Drive
FuelPremium Gasoline
Fuel economy19 city / 27 highway / 22 combined MPG
EPA annual fuel cost$3,750 a year (EPA estimate at current fuel prices, 15,000 miles)
Tailpipe CO₂404 grams per mile
Versions tested by EPA1 configuration
Age28 years

Specs, fuel cost and emissions from the EPA's fueleconomy.gov data. Your car's exact equipment may differ.

What affects its junk value

  • Age: at 28 years old, most of a 1998 CLK-Class's value comes from reusable parts and scrap metal, not resale.
  • Weight: as a small car, it weighs less than a truck or SUV, so its value leans more on parts than on scrap weight. See how scrap prices by weight work.
  • Catalytic converter: like all gas and diesel cars, it has a catalytic converter containing precious metals, one of the most valuable parts on a junk car. An offer assumes it's still in place. More on catalytic converters.
  • Known problems: owners reported the most issues with the electrical system. If that's what failed on yours, it can still be sold as-is.

How junk car offers are calculated

1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class recalls

NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class. You can confirm with your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Common 1998 CLK-Class problems

Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class with NHTSA.

Complaints are reports from owners and aren't verified by NHTSA. One complaint can list several components. Mileage is the median odometer reading owners reported for that component.

Most-reported components

  • Electrical System1
  • Engine and Engine Cooling1
  • Engine and Engine Cooling1

Typical mileage when problems were reported

  • Engine and Engine Cooling95,000 mi
  • Engine and Engine Cooling47,000 mi

1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class service bulletins

Manufacturers have filed 1 technical service bulletin or communication with NHTSA covering the 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class. These are repair instructions for known issues, not recalls.

Most common bulletin topics

  • Exterior Lighting1

Recent bulletins

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsJun 2008 · 8210196

    Revised repair procedure and additional applicable models. Model 170, 202, 208 and 210 models. Front fog lamp(s) inoperative. Mercedes-Benz. *tt model years: 1994-2004. U

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

NHTSA defect investigations

NHTSA opened 1 defect investigation covering the 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class.

Engine and Engine CoolingPE03058 · opened Dec 2003, closed Apr 2004

Engine crankshaft pulley failure

The office of defects investigation (odi) opened this preliminary evaluation to investigate allegations of engine crankshaft pulley harmonic balancer failure that could result in loss of power-steering assist.odi has received a total of 546 non-duplicative reports that allege engine crankshaft pulley harmonic balancer

Selling a 1998 CLK-Class: questions

How much is a 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class worth for junk?

It depends on its condition, whether major parts like the engine, transmission and catalytic converter are still there, and current scrap and parts prices where you live. Its parts make up much of its value. Enter your ZIP code above for a free offer on your specific car.

Can I junk a 1998 CLK-Class that doesn't run?

Yes. We buy 1998 CLK-Classs that don't start, were in an accident, failed inspection or have a blown engine or transmission. Towing is always free.

What paperwork do I need to sell my 1998 CLK-Class?

Usually the title and a photo ID. Rules differ by state, including what to do with your plates and whether to file a notice of sale. Check our state-by-state car title guides for the official forms.

Sources

Data retrieved October 2026.

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