CL63 is boring... what next?
09-19-2009, 11:27 AM
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Anything after the 2002 model year that hasn't got "boy racer" or track upgrades. It gets 26 mpg, and is reliable as a Honda Civic. An MB1 oil and filter change at the dealer is about $80. Engine uses the same filter as the TL. Ask your Acura dealer to run a history on any car you are considering.
Compare that to any exotic!
It will out handle just about anything on the road and will cost you well under $100k.
Mine has gone UP in value since I purchased it.
I can almost guarantee you will be the only person around who has one.
Compare that to any exotic!
It will out handle just about anything on the road and will cost you well under $100k.
Mine has gone UP in value since I purchased it.
I can almost guarantee you will be the only person around who has one.
09-19-2009, 06:49 PM
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C63 AMG / B8 A4
I would say buy a Porsche Cayman S model, i drove one and it is hands down one of the funnest cars I have driven. Some say that it is more fun to drive than a 911.
09-20-2009, 05:34 PM
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Hey guys.. let me clarify...
I'll be keeping the CL.. the 750Li is up on lease and looking for a more involved driving experience. Something smaller. Was looking for advice on a 2nd car.
Yes, the CL is probably one of the nicest cars on the road. I get complements about every time I drive it and that's even in a town with CL's all over the place.
But looking for something smaller, more maneuverable, etc.
I like the suggestion of a black series CLK. Also looking at M3, C63.. what else?
I'll be keeping the CL.. the 750Li is up on lease and looking for a more involved driving experience. Something smaller. Was looking for advice on a 2nd car.
Yes, the CL is probably one of the nicest cars on the road. I get complements about every time I drive it and that's even in a town with CL's all over the place.
But looking for something smaller, more maneuverable, etc.
I like the suggestion of a black series CLK. Also looking at M3, C63.. what else?
I tossed him the keys and said "If the 2002 starts on the first crank and yours does not, I get your car and you get mine."
He would not take the bet
Get a preowned aston-martin if you are in the UK forget Porsches they are death-mobiles - remember the 914 and the 914-6. Let VW buy them.
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09-20-2009, 05:50 PM
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Will it corner over 1.06 GS and get 26 MPG?
In all honesty, drive a 335i (or any turbo charged car for that matter. 997TT would be awesome). I own one and was going to upgrade to an M5. Drove it and came back VERY dissappointed. The bottom line is that the thrust that a turbo charged car would give you will feel a lot better than what any naturally aspirated car would ever be able to offer. I guess thats the kind of excitement you are looking for
What is a 335i or 997T?
What is an M5 - a security division of the British Government?
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09-20-2009, 06:04 PM
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I own one and was going to upgrade to an M5. Drove it and came back VERY dissappointed. The bottom line is that the thrust that a turbo charged car would give you will feel a lot better than what any naturally aspirated car would ever be able to offer. I guess thats the kind of excitement you are looking for
Power is corruptive and does not equate to handling.
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09-20-2009, 06:34 PM
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You've lost your mind! YOU need to do your research! Where did you arrive at such a conclusion?
09-20-2009, 06:39 PM
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I have asked questions ...
. Can you help me find it? It is is bigger than Stonehenge.Please do my research for me. I don't have the time for such trivia - you do. I expect a 5 page description by Tuesday 900 hours Zulu-time.
But I am not wrong - disprove my assertions.
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09-20-2009, 06:46 PM
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Um...huh?
09-20-2009, 06:58 PM
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Seriously I agree
In all honesty, drive a 335i (or any turbo charged car for that matter. 997TT would be awesome). I own one and was going to upgrade to an M5. Drove it and came back VERY dissappointed. The bottom line is that the thrust that a turbo charged car would give you will feel a lot better than what any naturally aspirated car would ever be able to offer. I guess thats the kind of excitement you are looking for
Ferraris and Porsches are laughable death machines. Sorry I am so twisted.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zGOpv...eature=related
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BxWMKf-9CAo
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09-21-2009, 09:48 PM
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GL550, C55, 335i Coupe, vintage Mustang
If you want an intense visceral driving experience, try an Aston Martin V8 Vantage. I know it's not the fastest car out there, and a Porsche will handle curves better, but it sounds sick as hell. It is by far one of the most unique cars I have driven(and I've driven lots of cars). The fit and finish is great, almost every one is individual, and, at least here in the fairly well to do Chicago suburbs, I see more Gallardos and F430s than I do AMs. I would say it is the most intoxicating car I have driven ever.
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09-22-2009, 09:42 PM
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Anything after the 2002 model year that hasn't got "boy racer" or track upgrades. It gets 26 mpg, and is reliable as a Honda Civic. An MB1 oil and filter change at the dealer is about $80. Engine uses the same filter as the TL. Ask your Acura dealer to run a history on any car you are considering.
Compare that to any exotic!
It will out handle just about anything on the road and will cost you well under $100k.
Mine has gone UP in value since I purchased it.
I can almost guarantee you will be the only person around who has one.
Compare that to any exotic!
It will out handle just about anything on the road and will cost you well under $100k.
Mine has gone UP in value since I purchased it.
I can almost guarantee you will be the only person around who has one.
I'll take that bet, there's a ton of them running around Chicago and their value is NOT that great. The car WAS great (for its time) but was getting long in the tooth and my C32 will actually hammer one in a straight (not in twisties of course) but here there's not many twisties. Its a 0-60 car at best in the low 6s to high 5s??
Nice car for a 90s classic.
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09-23-2009, 11:27 PM
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I'll take that bet, there's a ton of them running around Chicago and their value is NOT that great. The car WAS great (for its time) but was getting long in the tooth and my C32 will actually hammer one in a straight (not in twisties of course) but here there's not many twisties. Its a 0-60 car at best in the low 6s to high 5s?? Nice car for a 90s classic.
I'll take that bet, there's a ton of them running around Chicago and their value is NOT that great. The car WAS great (for its time) but was getting long in the tooth and my C32 will actually hammer one in a straight (not in twisties of course) but here there's not many twisties. Its a 0-60 car at best in the low 6s to high 5s??
Nice car for a 90s classic.All the folks I know who drive them in Chicago drive them in the winter too. They were never designed to be a drag racer which was why the Viper and Vette "boys" didn't buy NSXes. They also didn't like the fact they couldn't keep up with them on a road course, as you allude to.
I think we are more in agreement than disagreement. I love my CL55, too.
09-23-2009, 11:34 PM
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If you want an intense visceral driving experience, try an Aston Martin V8 Vantage. I know it's not the fastest car out there, and a Porsche will handle curves better, but it sounds sick as hell. It is by far one of the most unique cars I have driven(and I've driven lots of cars). The fit and finish is great, almost every one is individual, and, at least here in the fairly well to do Chicago suburbs, I see more Gallardos and F430s than I do AMs. I would say it is the most intoxicating car I have driven ever.
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If the local dealer wasn't such a pretentious fool I would have bought an AM. The jerk wouldn't take a custom order for me suitable for European delivery. I wanted to drive in the UK for several weeks before shipping it home. He couldn't be bothered.
I'm glad I bought the AMG.
10-04-2009, 12:36 AM
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Hey guys.. let me clarify...
I'll be keeping the CL.. the 750Li is up on lease and looking for a more involved driving experience. Something smaller. Was looking for advice on a 2nd car.
Yes, the CL is probably one of the nicest cars on the road. I get complements about every time I drive it and that's even in a town with CL's all over the place.
But looking for something smaller, more maneuverable, etc.
I like the suggestion of a black series CLK. Also looking at M3, C63.. what else?
I'll be keeping the CL.. the 750Li is up on lease and looking for a more involved driving experience. Something smaller. Was looking for advice on a 2nd car.
Yes, the CL is probably one of the nicest cars on the road. I get complements about every time I drive it and that's even in a town with CL's all over the place.
But looking for something smaller, more maneuverable, etc.
I like the suggestion of a black series CLK. Also looking at M3, C63.. what else?
Any BMW is gonna offere a more sporting ride...Ive owned M6 and M5's and now own a CLS63....Ive owned 3 997 TT...GR8 car but i wouldnt use as a DD....2010 TT has PDK and more hp...new engine block though.....Also if u like but *** ugly cars, Im sure the panamera will offer a good driving experience
10-27-2009, 12:02 AM
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Ok.. I hate to sound like a snob but I find the CL63 boring.
Yeah, it's fast. Sure, it's a cruiser and easy to drive. But I find it rather boring when it comes to handling and in turns.
I have a BMW 750Li which is more interesting to drive.
I'm not a troll and not trying to bash the CL but I think it's not my cup of tea.
My question for all of you (many of whom have 2nd cars) is what next? What's sporty enough to be "fun" to drive? I do about 20 miles of highway and 10 miles of streets just to get to work.
Thinking about... MB C63, BMW M3, Porsche Cayman, 911 S. What else should I consider and what do you all enjoy driving on a daily basis that handles better than the CL?
Yeah, it's fast. Sure, it's a cruiser and easy to drive. But I find it rather boring when it comes to handling and in turns.
I have a BMW 750Li which is more interesting to drive.
I'm not a troll and not trying to bash the CL but I think it's not my cup of tea.
My question for all of you (many of whom have 2nd cars) is what next? What's sporty enough to be "fun" to drive? I do about 20 miles of highway and 10 miles of streets just to get to work.
Thinking about... MB C63, BMW M3, Porsche Cayman, 911 S. What else should I consider and what do you all enjoy driving on a daily basis that handles better than the CL?
