The Mercedes-Benz CLK

If you always had a craving for a stylish convertible, the 2008 CLK250 is worth taking a look at. This is the perfect, "before the kids", "after the kids" or "my other car is a crossover" toy.

But it's not totally self indulgent. The car very comfortably seats four including the driver so you and the gals, (or the kids for that matter), can happily cruise to the mall, the beach or the restaurant and you'll be guaranteed a thousand admiring looks from both sexes.

It is worth mentioning, however, that although this model is sexy and beautiful, it's a thoughtful  vehicle as well. Some sporty convertibles, (and we won't mention them here) are so tiny and confining in the back seat that they are designed only for children or uh...amputees. But not the CLK. There's plenty of room for grownups in the back and the leather seats are contoured and comfortable all around.

Also, don't think this can only be your summer cruising car. The soft top is a special triple layer insulated design meaning you can drive it even when the weather is chilly and it will provide you with all the safety and special handling capacity Mercedes Benz is known for.

If you like to carry things with you the trunk space will accomodate some luggage, groceries, shopping and lots of kids stuff too.

The 2008 CLK350 costs about $55,325.