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Fitment on a used axle varies by vehicle, so a bit of detail goes a long way. Our request form covers what breakers need to know, so every quote you get back is for the correct part:
The CLK ran across two main generations: the C208/A208 (W208) from 1997 to 2002, and the C209/A209 (W209) from 2002 to 2009. These two generations are mechanically quite different, so axle components from a W208 will not simply cross over to a W209. Always tell your breaker which generation you have, ideally confirmed by your registration plate.
2001 falls in the first-generation W208 (1997–2002) and 2003 falls in the second-generation W209 (2002–2009), so these are different platforms and the axle is very unlikely to interchange. This is a classic generation-boundary situation, and you should confirm with the breaker against your exact registration before assuming any compatibility. Never assume a part fits just because the model name is the same.
Yes, engine size can matter because larger, more powerful CLK variants — such as the V8 CLK 55 AMG or CLK 500 — may use uprated running gear including different rear axle components to handle the additional weight and torque. A rear axle from a four-cylinder or smaller six-cylinder car may not be rated for the same loads. Always quote your engine size to the breaker so they can match the correct spec.
For a standard axle, trim level does not affect fitment — the Elegance, Avantgarde, and AMG Line badges are primarily cosmetic and equipment-related distinctions. However, if your car is a genuine AMG variant (such as a CLK 55 AMG), that is a meaningful mechanical difference and the axle spec may differ. Confirm the exact variant with your breaker against your registration to be sure.
Within the same W209 generation, year-to-year axle compatibility is broadly more likely than crossing into the W208, but there were running changes during production and potential differences tied to engine variant or build specification. Whether a specific axle from one W209 year directly interchanges with another should be confirmed with the breaker against your registration. Quoting your engine size and build date alongside the reg will help them identify the right part.
Front and rear axles are completely different components and are not interchangeable, so make sure you are clear with the breaker about which end you need. The CLK uses a multi-link rear suspension arrangement, and components associated with it — including any subframe or carrier assembly — are model and generation specific. Confirm with the breaker exactly which assembly or component you need matched to your registration.