elbimmer

They might share interior parts, but I know for sure that FIAT doesn't use Ferrari gearbox or its engine. So thats about all.
Whats better? Ferrari engine or Mercedes engine?

AMG2GO

Hey man, I don't care who gets mad... they don't have to read it.... I want to know. I like to hear about other cars and how they compare to my CL. Have you had any issues with the car? anything breaking?

AMG2GO

Plus its not like you are ranting about some Buick.... Its a nice car and I want to know about it. I don't see what the problem is if you talk about it here. Its easy enough to click a mouse and go to a different thread if this of of no interest to you.

SoCalCLK

Agreed. The CLK55 is more tuned and in touch with the road than a CL500. The CL500 is even more of a cruiser/luxury boat than the CLK55.

That being said, I would take the Maserati as it is more fun than both cars.

chris7469

I have about 4,000 miles on the Maserati. I bought it with 1,000, drove it home from Chicago and put about 200 miles on it each and every week. Knock on wood, everything is perfect. I have 3 years left on the warranty and I am thinking about getting an extended one if offered.

I bought the car with an Tubi exhaust installed. It growls and is very loud... I had no idea how loud it was until I heard a stock exhaust.

Has anyone tuned their exhaust on their CL?

My wife NOW hates it... (Is it just me or do wives and girlfriends get really mad when we men are very happy doing something or buying something that does not include them.......) She is jealous of a car.... Does that make sense???

She makes fun of me all the time because I get very happy when I am driving.

She also has a problem with people making a big deal about it. She is sick and tired of people coming over to check it out or talk about it. She has refused to ride in it.... Because people stare and the exhaust is loud.... Oh well... Can't please everyone... Guys and their toys should be left alone...

The CL holds it value much better than the Maserati. But depreciation can be a great thing....for 65,000 - 70,000 you can buy an 04 Maserati, with under 3,000 miles and a 3 year warranty. Unfortunately, a few of my car buddies have noticed that after driving my car a little bit and I have a feeling there will be another one or two in the neighborhood soon. Not that it matters.

Any big Car events in the NJ area soon? CM

DarrenCT

My previous car was an '01 clk55, and i must say, you CANNOT compare the 2, --apples and oranges. with that being said, i do miss my clk55, and would NEVER trash it--it was fast as hell, sexy, and fun, but would never swap back my cl500 for it. yes, the cl is slower than the amg and doesn't handle as tight, but is in no way is a slow car, or a boat. - my$0.02

AMG2GO

Yeah a "boat" is a ridiculous term to use on a CL....

it gives the impression somehow the car is slow... and it is not AT ALL. I have had serious race cars before... I mean the 10 second quarter mile 1.3g machines... so I know what good handling and speed is.... and in no WAY do I think my CL6 is a boat.... in traffic I feel like a wolf in the midst of sheep.

AMG2GO

Chris that is a funny story about the wife....

You should be thankful because if she liked it then you'd never get to drive it. Yes the depreciation is killer, but that means its a great used car. I am going to look at them next time I change cars. Thanks for the feedback.

Mr.PS

The people in this thread have not the slight hint of an idea about what Maserati is! I would take a Maserati over a CL anyday, Maserati interior = 30k you have obviously never been in one, or driven one. A Maserati is not a poor man Ferrari, it is just another Italian car comparible to Ferrari, Alfa etc.. They make coupes and not two seater sports cars, except the MC12, but that is a whole different catagorie. The paddle shifting gear box is not for everyone, but you always have the option of a 6 speed. If you want a fast and refined car with incredible craftsmen ship get a Maserati. If you want a luxury boat, with a bigge back seat, get the CL.

Both great cars, but totally different from one another!

TMC M5

Fr0zen:

I agree that the Maserati interior uses much higher quality material and finish than a $30K car. I have been in a GranSport and driven the new Quattroporte. I do disagree with you on a couple of points. Maserati does make a 2 seater sports car, the Spyder. The term "luxury boat" is a bit incendiary.

Regards,

Tom

AMG2GO

Maybe he meant "cigarette boat".

Evil Duffman

congrats! I love maserati's! I went to Ferrari of America in Manhattan and sat in the new coupe its nice!....I hope to see you driving on the parkway