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Fitment on a used aerial 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 CLS has run across two main generations: the first-generation C219 (2004–2010) and the second-generation C218 (2011–2018, with a facelift around 2014). Aerials are generally generation-specific due to differences in roof profile, mounting points, and whether the car uses a shark-fin or traditional mast-style aerial. If you are crossing the C219-to-C218 boundary, confirm with the breaker against your registration before buying, as the mounting and connector are unlikely to be compatible.
Yes, the generation matters more than the exact year. C219 cars (2004–2010) typically use a different aerial design and roof fitting to the C218 cars (2011–2018), so a direct swap between generations is not straightforward. Within each generation, including across the C218's mid-life facelift around 2014, the aerial design is more likely to be consistent, but confirm the part number with the breaker against your registration to be sure.
Trim level does not affect aerial fitment on the CLS — the same aerial assembly fits across the range regardless of whether your car is an AMG Line, Sport, or standard specification. You may find minor cosmetic differences in finish or colour of a shark-fin housing from a different-spec car, so mention your car's colour to the breaker so they can match it as closely as possible.
Mercedes-Benz does sometimes share aerial components across models built on the same platform — the C218 CLS shares its W212 E-Class platform, so there is a reasonable chance of overlap. However, roof profiles and connector types can still differ between models, so this is not guaranteed; confirm with the breaker using both registrations before purchasing.
No, the shark-fin (also called a fin or blade aerial) and the traditional mast aerial are different parts with different mountings and connectors, and they are not interchangeable. When searching for a used aerial for your CLS, check which type your car currently has so the breaker can source the correct unit for your generation and body.
Give the breaker your full registration so they can verify the exact generation, C219 (2004–2010) or C218 (2011–2018), and confirm whether your car has a shark-fin or mast-style aerial. Mentioning your car's exterior colour is also helpful if you want the housing to match. A good breaker will cross-reference the part number before dispatch, but fitment is ultimately your responsibility to confirm.