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Almost pulled the trigger! Should I switch from E55 to CLS55?

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Old Jul 29, 2009 | 10:36 PM
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Almost pulled the trigger! Should I switch from E55 to CLS55?

Saw a beautiful 2006 CLS55 CPO at dealer today when picking up my E55 after some warranty work. Obviously the car is heavier but I admire the look so much more! It doesn't get buried with the rest of the E'Class cars on the road.

Besides looks, what am I gaining or losing from an E55 to a CLS55.
  • Its the exact same motor right?
  • Are my E55 parts bolt on to the CLS as well? Headers, Pulley Kit, Heat Exchanger, Throttle Body, etc....
Here are my major considerations
  • CLS is heavier
  • Seats only 4, which might be a problem for me with 4 kids, but that's why we have a minivan.
Thanks in advance for your opinions guys!
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Old Jul 31, 2009 | 08:28 AM
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I believe the CLS is 40 lbs lighter. For me the CLS was the clear choice between the two.
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Old Jul 31, 2009 | 11:48 AM
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+1 Man Just look at the line and style
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Old Jul 31, 2009 | 04:02 PM
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If you have a minivan, you shouldn't worry about it... If I ever find a good CLS55 at an amazing deal, im junping all over it... The design of it is just timeless to me
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Old Aug 1, 2009 | 05:33 AM
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Originally Posted by Full Throttle
I believe the CLS is 40 lbs lighter. For me the CLS was the clear choice between the two.
Really?!?!?!? I thought it was heavier. Performance wise its comparable to the E55?
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Old Aug 1, 2009 | 05:34 AM
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Originally Posted by rarfinancial
+1 Man Just look at the line and style
Was that your car on Supercars Exposed 2009 at the Texas Mile?!?!?
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Old Aug 1, 2009 | 07:13 AM
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Get the CLS55.
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The CLS55 will be one to hold onto for a long time.
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