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A used alloy wheels that fits one vehicle won't always fit another - even within the same model range. These questions help breakers match stock to your exact vehicle before they quote:
The CLK ran across two main generations: the W208 from 1997 to 2002, and the W209 from 2002 to 2009. These are distinct platforms with different bolt patterns and offsets, so a wheel from a W208 will not simply swap onto a W209 without checking the specs. Always confirm PCD, offset, and centre bore with the breaker against your registration.
The 2001 car is a W208 and the 2003 car is a W209 — these sit either side of the generation change in 2002, so fitment across that boundary is not guaranteed. Bolt pattern and offset differ between the two generations, meaning a straight swap is unlikely. Confirm the specs with the breaker against both registrations before buying.
Trim level does not affect whether alloy wheels will physically fit — what matters is PCD, offset, and centre bore, all of which are generation-specific rather than trim-specific. However, different trim levels were offered with different original wheel sizes and styles, so a set from an AMG-trimmed car may look different or use a different tyre width than those from an Elegance. A cosmetic mismatch is worth being aware of, but trim alone will not stop a wheel fitting if the core specs align.
Mercedes-Benz used shared platforms across several models during the W209 era, so alloys from a CLK often share the same 5x112 PCD and centre bore as other Mercedes cars of that period, making cross-model interchange quite common. That said, offset can vary between models and even between wheel sizes within the same model range, so you should always verify offset and centre bore with the breaker against your specific registration. Never assume fitment based on badge alone.
The wheel itself — judged by PCD, offset, and centre bore — determines whether it physically bolts to your hub correctly. Whether a different tyre size on that wheel works safely with your wheel arch clearance and handling is a separate question, and offset tolerance in that context is something you should confirm with the breaker against your registration rather than assume. Stick to OE specifications unless you have expert advice.
Many CLKs, particularly later W209 models, were fitted with tyre pressure monitoring systems, so used alloys may or may not come with working TPMS sensors. Whether a sensor from a donor car will be compatible with your specific vehicle is something you should confirm with the breaker against your registration, as compatibility depends on sensor type and your car's system. Factor this into your buying decision as replacement sensors are an additional cost.