Had this '01 CLK430 a few years ago that was a salvage car. Fixed it up and sold it but enjoyed it a lot while I had it. All I can add is that rocker molding is expensive. And that the drivetrain on these is solid, it's the electronics that are trouble and costly which is why prices are so low. Can you work on it yourself? It could be a money pit otherwise. What's the miles and asking price?