Insurance company declared my CLK "totaled"
11-11-2002, 11:20 PM
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Lana,
Actually I'd be happy to donate parts off the car to anyone.. except I don't think the insurance company would approve. As it stands now I think the insurance company will give me what I paid for it. That actually sucks because if I want to get a replacement for it today, I'll have to go to the secondary market where everyone who is selling is charging more than sticker every where I have looked
Actually I'd be happy to donate parts off the car to anyone.. except I don't think the insurance company would approve. As it stands now I think the insurance company will give me what I paid for it. That actually sucks because if I want to get a replacement for it today, I'll have to go to the secondary market where everyone who is selling is charging more than sticker every where I have looked
11-11-2002, 11:41 PM
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2002 CLK 55 AMG Coupe ;)
I just looked over the annual Miami International Auto Show.
FIRST CHOICE - Two stunning new vehicles for a TOTAL of $50,000:
1. The new 2003 G35 Infinity Coupe, 280 HP/250 Torque - w/48/60,000warranty: $35,000 and up, and
2. The Honda ELEMENT, a fun vehicle similar in appearance to the MB Gelaendewagen - but many innovative features such as SUICIDE side doors for $15,000.
SECOND choice: 2003 E 500 for $55,000.
FIRST CHOICE - Two stunning new vehicles for a TOTAL of $50,000:
1. The new 2003 G35 Infinity Coupe, 280 HP/250 Torque - w/48/60,000warranty: $35,000 and up, and
2. The Honda ELEMENT, a fun vehicle similar in appearance to the MB Gelaendewagen - but many innovative features such as SUICIDE side doors for $15,000.
SECOND choice: 2003 E 500 for $55,000.
11-12-2002, 08:44 AM
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I am confused? the vechicle was caught in water, so why does the interior look like someone went inside, and took it apart?
Sucks that you lost the vehicle.
Unfortunately, the dealership will be making more money on these "totaled" vechicles:
1) made money when they sold it to you
2) will make money for "totaling" it via insurance and taxes
3) will make more money when they part it out and sell the parts.
Sucks that you lost the vehicle.
Unfortunately, the dealership will be making more money on these "totaled" vechicles:
1) made money when they sold it to you
2) will make money for "totaling" it via insurance and taxes
3) will make more money when they part it out and sell the parts.
11-12-2002, 01:00 PM
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This is mere speculation, but I theorize that the reason my car looks like someone took apart the interior is because the following:
The dealership took apart the interior.
They had to in order to diagnose what was ruinied electrically. Actually I don't care that the dealership makes money. I just hope the insurance company doesn't.
The dealership took apart the interior.
They had to in order to diagnose what was ruinied electrically. Actually I don't care that the dealership makes money. I just hope the insurance company doesn't.
11-12-2002, 02:18 PM
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They had to in order to diagnose what was ruinied electrically. Actually I don't care that the dealership makes money. I just hope the insurance company doesn't.
They had to in order to diagnose what was ruinied electrically. Actually I don't care that the dealership makes money. I just hope the insurance company doesn't.
11-12-2002, 09:39 PM
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I think I'm gonna get an M5... I'd really like to get an M3 but the damned engines keep blowing up on them.
I think I'm gonna get an M5... I'd really like to get an M3 but the damned engines keep blowing up on them.
11-14-2002, 01:09 AM
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Originally posted by marv800
Lana,
Actually I'd be happy to donate parts off the car to anyone.. except I don't think the insurance company would approve. As it stands now I think the insurance company will give me what I paid for it. That actually sucks because if I want to get a replacement for it today, I'll have to go to the secondary market where everyone who is selling is charging more than sticker every where I have looked
Lana,
Actually I'd be happy to donate parts off the car to anyone.. except I don't think the insurance company would approve. As it stands now I think the insurance company will give me what I paid for it. That actually sucks because if I want to get a replacement for it today, I'll have to go to the secondary market where everyone who is selling is charging more than sticker every where I have looked
Well i was kinda joking but hey.. if its possible... i would love to take the wheels off your hands since it will probably be scrapped since it was considered totalled.
Let me know of any developments and good luck choosing your next car. Here's a thought though.... why dont you wait a few more months and get a W211 E55 AMG?
11-16-2002, 06:16 PM
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Just bought my new car...
I finally bought a new car...
2003 M3 Cabriolet
SMG II
Navigation
Xenon HID's
19" Rims
HK Sound
etc, etc... I hope I like it as much as the CLK
2003 M3 Cabriolet
SMG II
Navigation
Xenon HID's
19" Rims
HK Sound
etc, etc... I hope I like it as much as the CLK
11-16-2002, 06:48 PM
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Re: Just bought my new car...
Originally posted by marv800
I finally bought a new car...
2003 M3 Cabriolet
SMG II
Navigation
Xenon HID's
19" Rims
HK Sound
etc, etc... I hope I like it as much as the CLK
I finally bought a new car...
2003 M3 Cabriolet
SMG II
Navigation
Xenon HID's
19" Rims
HK Sound
etc, etc... I hope I like it as much as the CLK
11-17-2002, 03:23 PM
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Re: Just bought my new car...
Originally posted by marv800
I finally bought a new car...
2003 M3 Cabriolet
SMG II
Navigation
Xenon HID's
19" Rims
HK Sound
etc, etc... I hope I like it as much as the CLK
I finally bought a new car...
2003 M3 Cabriolet
SMG II
Navigation
Xenon HID's
19" Rims
HK Sound
etc, etc... I hope I like it as much as the CLK
11-17-2002, 04:45 PM
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Re: Just bought my new car...
Originally posted by marv800
I finally bought a new car...
2003 M3 Cabriolet
SMG II
Navigation
Xenon HID's
19" Rims
HK Sound
etc, etc... I hope I like it as much as the CLK
I finally bought a new car...
2003 M3 Cabriolet
SMG II
Navigation
Xenon HID's
19" Rims
HK Sound
etc, etc... I hope I like it as much as the CLK
how much was the OTD price, btw?
11-17-2002, 06:13 PM
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WOW,what a rare find for a Mercedes wrecker- a new CLK ready to be stripped!!
A lot of the parts can be saved on your car.All the panels,chassis and the wheels and a lot of the plastic and running gear.The insurance company will probably get quite a bit for the car when they onsell it to a Mercedes wrecker or parts dealer.
All the electricals will be trashed as well as any carpets,cloth,leather trim but a lot of the car including the engine and suspension,etc will be stripped down ,cleaned up and sold off.
Congratulations on your latest purchase!!
A lot of the parts can be saved on your car.All the panels,chassis and the wheels and a lot of the plastic and running gear.The insurance company will probably get quite a bit for the car when they onsell it to a Mercedes wrecker or parts dealer.
All the electricals will be trashed as well as any carpets,cloth,leather trim but a lot of the car including the engine and suspension,etc will be stripped down ,cleaned up and sold off.
Congratulations on your latest purchase!!
11-18-2002, 03:01 PM
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Frank, the price out the door was $66,218.39
I went and bought the extended warranty just in case the engine problem is not fixed by BMW... not that I plan to keep it that long, but it should be good for resale value.
I went and bought the extended warranty just in case the engine problem is not fixed by BMW... not that I plan to keep it that long, but it should be good for resale value.
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11-19-2002, 10:57 PM
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Frank, the price out the door was $66,218.39
I went and bought the extended warranty just in case the engine problem is not fixed by BMW... not that I plan to keep it that long, but it should be good for resale value.
Frank, the price out the door was $66,218.39
I went and bought the extended warranty just in case the engine problem is not fixed by BMW... not that I plan to keep it that long, but it should be good for resale value.
11-20-2002, 07:58 PM
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OK,
So a few days after owning the M3, I have to say I like it. Its not nearly as "civilized" as the CLK500, but the handling is remarkable. Defiinitely has more "chic appeal" than any other car I have owned. But one thing I don't like is the sound of the engine.... Why does it sound like a weed-eater on steroids? What's up with that? My Acura has a brawnier sound than the M3? Anything I can do about this without making it sound ricey?
So a few days after owning the M3, I have to say I like it. Its not nearly as "civilized" as the CLK500, but the handling is remarkable. Defiinitely has more "chic appeal" than any other car I have owned. But one thing I don't like is the sound of the engine.... Why does it sound like a weed-eater on steroids? What's up with that? My Acura has a brawnier sound than the M3? Anything I can do about this without making it sound ricey?
11-20-2002, 10:44 PM
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OK,
So a few days after owning the M3, I have to say I like it. Its not nearly as "civilized" as the CLK500, but the handling is remarkable. Defiinitely has more "chic appeal" than any other car I have owned. But one thing I don't like is the sound of the engine.... Why does it sound like a weed-eater on steroids? What's up with that? My Acura has a brawnier sound than the M3? Anything I can do about this without making it sound ricey?
OK,
So a few days after owning the M3, I have to say I like it. Its not nearly as "civilized" as the CLK500, but the handling is remarkable. Defiinitely has more "chic appeal" than any other car I have owned. But one thing I don't like is the sound of the engine.... Why does it sound like a weed-eater on steroids? What's up with that? My Acura has a brawnier sound than the M3? Anything I can do about this without making it sound ricey?
11-21-2002, 12:04 AM
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My bro has an E46 M3, he hates the raspy sound at 5K RPM, I completely love it ~ you can hear it growling "I'm gonna whip your ***!!!" Great purchase, have fun with it!
12-02-2002, 07:47 PM
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OK, after having the M3 for about 2 weeks now, I can report that the CLK500 and the M3 are dynamically different vehicles that were obviously built for different purposes. I like them both but the Mercedes definitely felt more lush, but the BMW feels more refined, in terms of design bugs (save and except the engines blowing every now and then). The wipers are great, the ergonomics are top-notch, the trunk lind doesn't rocket up, and my knee does not hit the seat controls. Performance is outstanding, but will probably be the death of me.
However, I do have one major complaint... This "upgraded" Harman/Kardon stereo system... Oh my godness gracious!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
WHAT THE HELL WAS BMW THINKING??????????!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! THE CONVERSATION WENT SOMETHING LIKE THIS... "GEE HANS, DO YOU THINK WE COULD MAKE THE SOUND SYSTEM SOUND LIKE A GERBIL ORGY BEHIND EVERY SPEAKER GRILL? I DUNNO FRANZ... LETS TRY, AND IF WE SUCCEED, LETS CHARGE EXTRA FOR IT!"
The sound is just sinful... back in 1988, I had a Mazda B2200 pickup truck... and I swear to you all the stereo sounded better than the piece of **** in the M3.
Why would H/K let BMW hurt its reputation by putting such obvious garbage in a production car as a "premium" sound system. If I have to listen to that thing again, I swear I'll slit my wrists.
However, I do have one major complaint... This "upgraded" Harman/Kardon stereo system... Oh my godness gracious!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
WHAT THE HELL WAS BMW THINKING??????????!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! THE CONVERSATION WENT SOMETHING LIKE THIS... "GEE HANS, DO YOU THINK WE COULD MAKE THE SOUND SYSTEM SOUND LIKE A GERBIL ORGY BEHIND EVERY SPEAKER GRILL? I DUNNO FRANZ... LETS TRY, AND IF WE SUCCEED, LETS CHARGE EXTRA FOR IT!"
The sound is just sinful... back in 1988, I had a Mazda B2200 pickup truck... and I swear to you all the stereo sounded better than the piece of **** in the M3.
Why would H/K let BMW hurt its reputation by putting such obvious garbage in a production car as a "premium" sound system. If I have to listen to that thing again, I swear I'll slit my wrists.
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OK, after having the M3 for about 2 weeks now, I can report that the CLK500 and the M3 are dynamically different vehicles that were obviously built for different purposes. I like them both but the Mercedes definitely felt more lush, but the BMW feels more refined, in terms of design bugs (save and except the engines blowing every now and then). The wipers are great, the ergonomics are top-notch, the trunk lind doesn't rocket up, and my knee does not hit the seat controls. Performance is outstanding, but will probably be the death of me.
However, I do have one major complaint... This "upgraded" Harman/Kardon stereo system... Oh my godness gracious!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
WHAT THE HELL WAS BMW THINKING??????????!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! THE CONVERSATION WENT SOMETHING LIKE THIS... "GEE HANS, DO YOU THINK WE COULD MAKE THE SOUND SYSTEM SOUND LIKE A GERBIL ORGY BEHIND EVERY SPEAKER GRILL? I DUNNO FRANZ... LETS TRY, AND IF WE SUCCEED, LETS CHARGE EXTRA FOR IT!"
The sound is just sinful... back in 1988, I had a Mazda B2200 pickup truck... and I swear to you all the stereo sounded better than the piece of **** in the M3.
Why would H/K let BMW hurt its reputation by putting such obvious garbage in a production car as a "premium" sound system. If I have to listen to that thing again, I swear I'll slit my wrists.
OK, after having the M3 for about 2 weeks now, I can report that the CLK500 and the M3 are dynamically different vehicles that were obviously built for different purposes. I like them both but the Mercedes definitely felt more lush, but the BMW feels more refined, in terms of design bugs (save and except the engines blowing every now and then). The wipers are great, the ergonomics are top-notch, the trunk lind doesn't rocket up, and my knee does not hit the seat controls. Performance is outstanding, but will probably be the death of me.
However, I do have one major complaint... This "upgraded" Harman/Kardon stereo system... Oh my godness gracious!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
WHAT THE HELL WAS BMW THINKING??????????!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! THE CONVERSATION WENT SOMETHING LIKE THIS... "GEE HANS, DO YOU THINK WE COULD MAKE THE SOUND SYSTEM SOUND LIKE A GERBIL ORGY BEHIND EVERY SPEAKER GRILL? I DUNNO FRANZ... LETS TRY, AND IF WE SUCCEED, LETS CHARGE EXTRA FOR IT!"
The sound is just sinful... back in 1988, I had a Mazda B2200 pickup truck... and I swear to you all the stereo sounded better than the piece of **** in the M3.
Why would H/K let BMW hurt its reputation by putting such obvious garbage in a production car as a "premium" sound system. If I have to listen to that thing again, I swear I'll slit my wrists.
