Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR
1997–1999

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Market value · recent verified sales
MSRP
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Collectibility
10/10
Holy Grail
3-Year Forecast
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Not enough sales data
5-Year Forecast
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Not enough sales data
Market scores
30
Desirability
Illiquid
10
Liquidity
Moderate
50
Resale Outlook
Marque analyst note
The Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR remains one of the most exclusive automobiles ever produced, with only 28 units built worldwide. This places it firmly in the "Holy Grail" collectibility tier, reserved for machines of historical significance and extreme scarcity.
Australian market activity for the CLK GTR is effectively absent, with zero recorded transactions in the tracked period and no active listings currently available. This absence of trading data means reliable pricing benchmarks and trend analysis cannot be established for the local market.
The car's illiquid status reflects both its rarity and the specialized nature of its buyer pool. When these cars do change hands, transactions typically occur through private negotiation or exclusive auction channels rather than conventional sale mechanisms, making public market tracking incomplete.
Desirability classification as "low" appears counterintuitive given the model's legendary status, but likely reflects the practical reality that even among ultra-high-net-worth collectors, a CLK GTR represents a once-in-a-decade acquisition opportunity rather than an active search item. True demand can only materialize when a car becomes available, which happens infrequently.
Without transaction history in Australia or sufficient comparable sales data globally during the 12-month window, forward pricing projections and directional signals cannot be reliably assessed. Any CLK GTR that emerges in the Australian market would require evaluation against international precedent rather than local benchmarks.
Depreciation Benchmark
- Segment average+3.0 to +9.5%/yr
Est. Annual Ownership Costs
- Insurance (agreed value)$910
- Maintenance$1,830
- Storage$4,870
- Depreciation— (appreciating)
- Total annual cost$7,610
Market Liquidity
- Active Listings0
- Sales Last 12 Months0
Market Snapshot
- Active Listings0
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- Avg Mileage at Sale—
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- Total Sales Tracked0
Recent sales
Indicative only — not investment advice. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future value.