Was the M5 under consideration when you purchased your CLS55/63?
10-06-2009, 03:16 AM
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I truly think it's hilarious that you're making the deciding factor between two high performance cars the COMAND system that tells you how to get places. (Personally the CLS55 is a car I'd prefer to be lost in
) Seriously, why not just get a Lexus? Who's to say you'd know exactly what to do with an AMG after stepping out of a TL-S anyway 
Use the IS-F as a stepping stone
10-06-2009, 12:18 PM
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10-06-2009, 12:34 PM
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Both Beautiful machines, Really Beautiful... Command to me seems very friendly. Never had any experience with idrive but i have heard good things about its updated version...
P.S. Looking at your 2 choices, i have to say you have good taste in cars.... Go test both if you haven't already...
P.S. Looking at your 2 choices, i have to say you have good taste in cars.... Go test both if you haven't already...
10-06-2009, 12:39 PM
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Aww don't get mad.
I truly think it's hilarious that you're making the deciding factor between two high performance cars the COMAND system that tells you how to get places. (Personally the CLS55 is a car I'd prefer to be lost in) Seriously, why not just get a Lexus? Who's to say you'd know exactly what to do with an AMG after stepping out of a TL-S anyway
Use the IS-F as a stepping stone
I truly think it's hilarious that you're making the deciding factor between two high performance cars the COMAND system that tells you how to get places. (Personally the CLS55 is a car I'd prefer to be lost in
) Seriously, why not just get a Lexus? Who's to say you'd know exactly what to do with an AMG after stepping out of a TL-S anyway Use the IS-F as a stepping stone
And whats with the backhanded comments about my Acura? When I bought it over 2 years ago, it was a great car for a recent college grad. It was inexpensive to maintain, relatively fast, handled great, and had a bunch of nice features for $10-12K less than the IS350, 335i, or A4.
10-06-2009, 01:31 PM
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Aww don't get mad.
I truly think it's hilarious that you're making the deciding factor between two high performance cars the COMAND system that tells you how to get places. (Personally the CLS55 is a car I'd prefer to be lost in) Seriously, why not just get a Lexus? Who's to say you'd know exactly what to do with an AMG after stepping out of a TL-S anyway
Use the IS-F as a stepping stone
I truly think it's hilarious that you're making the deciding factor between two high performance cars the COMAND system that tells you how to get places. (Personally the CLS55 is a car I'd prefer to be lost in
) Seriously, why not just get a Lexus? Who's to say you'd know exactly what to do with an AMG after stepping out of a TL-S anyway Use the IS-F as a stepping stone
10-06-2009, 02:04 PM
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I said this a couple of times..but benz seriously lags behind the Japanese cars(specifically lexus and acura) when it comes to center console electronics. The 09-10 benz models are MUCH better with the actual hard drive systems, but its like a game of "Catch-up". But like others when buying a performance car, I wouldn't consider that. Keep in mind you can ALWAYS swap-out for stock system for a much better aftermarket system for under a $1000.
10-06-2009, 02:47 PM
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Whatever there's gas in...
Stop being a ****.
And whats with the backhanded comments about my Acura? When I bought it over 2 years ago, it was a great car for a recent college grad. It was inexpensive to maintain, relatively fast, handled great, and had a bunch of nice features for $10-12K less than the IS350, 335i, or A4.
And whats with the backhanded comments about my Acura? When I bought it over 2 years ago, it was a great car for a recent college grad. It was inexpensive to maintain, relatively fast, handled great, and had a bunch of nice features for $10-12K less than the IS350, 335i, or A4.
I must have struck a nerve.Grow up...if you handle either of those two cars with that same level of immaturity I fear you wrapping either of them around some type of utility pole or tree while fumbling with your COMAND system/iDrive.
10-06-2009, 06:29 PM
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Did you just call me a ****? How old are we? I must have struck a nerve.
Grow up...if you handle either of those two cars with that same level of immaturity I fear you wrapping either of them around some type of utility pole or tree while fumbling with your COMAND system/iDrive.
I must have struck a nerve.Grow up...if you handle either of those two cars with that same level of immaturity I fear you wrapping either of them around some type of utility pole or tree while fumbling with your COMAND system/iDrive.
10-06-2009, 10:18 PM
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Not to be rude, but I'm not sure why you're in this thread offering completely useless advice. You don't own a CLS63 or a M5 and the two Benzes you do own have Comand systems that are leaps and bounds better than the one in the CLS63s, so I can see why your decision wouldn't be affected the issue I'm having.
10-07-2009, 06:10 PM
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People like you make me relish my Ivy League education on a daily basis, so thank you.
10-07-2009, 06:13 PM
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Different strokes for different folks, I guess.
10-07-2009, 07:48 PM
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U asked for opinion so here is mine...
The M5 is obviously a better driving car. The CLS is a prestigious car that is fun to drive.
In my opinion you should look into the CLS55 due to the supercharger and ease of increased power etc.
Im sure this will offend some so i apologize in advance. Whenever i meet a BMW guy they seem to rub me the wrong way and act like a douche bag. They generally come off to me as dorky where MB guys always seem more business minded. just my .02.
The M5 is obviously a better driving car. The CLS is a prestigious car that is fun to drive.
In my opinion you should look into the CLS55 due to the supercharger and ease of increased power etc.
Im sure this will offend some so i apologize in advance. Whenever i meet a BMW guy they seem to rub me the wrong way and act like a douche bag. They generally come off to me as dorky where MB guys always seem more business minded. just my .02.
10-07-2009, 07:48 PM
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Wow..some of you CLS people are jackasses. OP..ignore them.
To everyone else..when you're buying an $85,000 car and you're stuck between two models that offer very similar levels of performance and luxury, things like a ****ty command system CAN and DO make a difference. Maybe this guy travels often and relies on his navigation daily. I've been in cars with terrible systems and trust me it's an annoyance.
Saying things like "go by a Lexus" is extremely retarded. MBs ARE luxury cars first, performance cars second. The CLS is certainly no 911..or even an M5 for that matter.
To everyone else..when you're buying an $85,000 car and you're stuck between two models that offer very similar levels of performance and luxury, things like a ****ty command system CAN and DO make a difference. Maybe this guy travels often and relies on his navigation daily. I've been in cars with terrible systems and trust me it's an annoyance.
Saying things like "go by a Lexus" is extremely retarded. MBs ARE luxury cars first, performance cars second. The CLS is certainly no 911..or even an M5 for that matter.
10-07-2009, 07:49 PM
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(btw i completely disagree)
10-07-2009, 07:52 PM
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I kind of understand your point, however. He should be able to decide which he prefers based on the drive alone..they have quite different personalities.
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10-08-2009, 01:50 AM
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whats up with every thread ending in a fight and immature behaviour ? ppl claiming all other cars but CLS's r crap, how they purchased a car for less money, generalizing something negative about non mercedes car owners, how some other guy's warranty sucks etc etc. every thread seems to have something bitter and acrimonious about it.
10-08-2009, 10:39 AM
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So your telling him not to get a BMW because BMW owners are all dorky and act like douche bags? If not, what is your point? I think the OP created this thread to compare two vehicles... not for you to rant...
