For those folks who don’t know, Mercedes-Benz was preparing a shooting brake version of the CLS four-door coupe but something happened… the financial crisis came and it appears that the German manufacturer put the vehicle on hold.

The car was set for a 2011 debut, a year after the unveiling of the new model which will be revealed in 2010. Of course, its a pity, because the Mercedes-Benz ConceptFASCINATION (shown in the photo gallery) made quite a buzz at the 2008 Paris Motor Show. Also, the car could have the same success as its sedan brother, because it would be the first in its segment. If you remember, the Mercedes-Benz CLS, at the time of its launch, was the only car in its segment and after its success the competition rolled of the Volkswagen Passat CC and Audi A5 Sportback. So, if the financial crisis goes away it is a big probability to see the CLS Shooting Brake on the streets! Photo gallery after the jump!

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For those who don’t know, the Mercedes-Benz CLS was first introduced back in 2003 and was the pioneer in the four-door coupe segment. Meanwhile, new vehicles were introduced to take on the stylish car such as the Porsche Panamera and the Aston Martin Rapide. As you may know, Lamborghini is thinking to introduce its first four-door coupe dubbed Estoque but also Audi with its A7.

Anyway, regarding the CLS, it appears that the competition made the German manufacturer to work at its second generation of the car which is planned to make its debut in 2011. To take on the mentioned cars, Mercedes-Benz will also have the CLS 63 AMG which will receive a 6.3-liter V8 engine capable to deliver around 525 hp and 640 Nm of torque (same used on the 2010 Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG). Of course, besides the new engine the car will also receive the well known quad-exhaust system, custom suspensions, stronger brakes as well as a new aerodynamic kit and the AMG wheels. For those who want a green car, the manufacturer will also build a hybrid version of the CLS which will borrow the powertrain from the 2010 S400 Hybrid!

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The Mercedes-Benz CLS, the ancestor of the four-door coupe segment, is getting a new special edition called the Grand Edition which has recently been released in the UK and will likely see sales in the US, too. There are several color options for the Grand Edition as well as a host of extra equipment as standard.

The current model comes with exclusive specs for the UK and the planned US model will come only after the changeover to the 2011 model. Some of the possible special elements that will come with the US-spec car will include AMG-spec light alloy wheels, special bumpers and badging, and some power improvements above the regular version. For instance, the CLS Grand Edition which is an improvement above the 272hp CLS 350 CDI V6 turbodiesel, comes with an extra 48hp (36kW) and 37lb-ft (50Nm) of torque. The Grand Edition will be priced above the regular model, to keep its place as the top of the range model in the CLS family. Photo gallery after the jump!

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The latest CLS Grand Edition special-edition version looks at Mercedes-Benz introducing a fresh highlight to the range for 4-door premium coupes. A matte designo paint finish offers stunning definition to the lines of the coupé and makes the CLS Grand Edition a head-turner. This limited style is mirrored in the interior with high-quality designo leather and high-grade equipment details.

All of which makes the multi-design-award-winning Mercedes-Benz Coupe instantly recognizable. Coupes are indeed special vehicles. The Mercedes Coupes have always characterized automotive stylishness, exclusivity and enhancement at the highest level ever. With the CLS, Mercedes-Benz made the way for 4-door coupés. The trend-setting version from Stuttgart encourages coupé fans with its thrilling and brawny styling. The latest Mercedes-Benz CLS Grand Edition is totally attractive. A special “designo magno platinum” matt paint finish takes the lines and contours of the premium Coupé totally to the forefront and emphasizes its multi-award-winning design. Plus a totally attractive feature: the matt paint finish is extremely scratch and dirt resistant. Following the avant-garde paint scheme, the radiator grill louvres are also painted in “designo magno platinum.” The Grand Edition buyers have the option of metallic paint finishes: obsidian black, iridium silver, flint grey or carneol red. More details and photos after the jump!

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The four-door coupe from Mercedes-Benz, the CLS is already a stylish vehicle and doesn’t need any customization. Of course, not everybody agree with this and in order to sustains its point of view, an Japanese tuner called Job Design unveiled today its body kit for the Mercedes-Benz CLS550.

Inspired by the Lexus IS-F, the new kit includes a new front bumper, new front fenders, side sills and a new rear spoiler featuring a new exhaust system just like the one on the IS-F. Also a new air suspension kit was installed as well as a new set of alloy wheels. More photos after the jump!

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