Buying certified 13' CLS550
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Buying certified 13' CLS550
Looking at one with AMG wheels and premium package, to replace a 08 335xi with mild mods.
Need to "upgrade", will I be satisfied? Does the powertrain remain reliable with a tune?
What are the common issues, i know i'll get +1 yr with the MBCPO but what about after that?
Need to "upgrade", will I be satisfied? Does the powertrain remain reliable with a tune?
What are the common issues, i know i'll get +1 yr with the MBCPO but what about after that?
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I think you gonna love it. Much more refined and powerful then 335xi. You will lose some of the "fun to drive and take corners" factor...
Bottom line: if you are looking for a luxury and fast cruiser - this could be it.
Good luck!
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Unfortunately i'm in West Michigan and have not found one locally to drive.
My 335xi is the AWD version due to winter and it's my daily driver, with the modifications it runs 12.80s@108-109 at the local drag strip and has been incredibly unreilable as they all are, I wonder how much "worse" the CLS handles a corner given the AWD bmws do not get sport suspensions?
I have a C6 corvette for summer driving so i'm looking for a "nicer than 335" daily driver that's HOPEFULLY more reliable!
My 335xi is the AWD version due to winter and it's my daily driver, with the modifications it runs 12.80s@108-109 at the local drag strip and has been incredibly unreilable as they all are, I wonder how much "worse" the CLS handles a corner given the AWD bmws do not get sport suspensions?
I have a C6 corvette for summer driving so i'm looking for a "nicer than 335" daily driver that's HOPEFULLY more reliable!
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Don't get me wrong. It handles well, just not as much steering feedback as bmw. I use to have a 2007 335i coupe and I loved it!
If you are looking for a daily, I think it doesn't get better then CLS for the money.
It will run low 12's with tune and high 12's bone stock.
As far as reliability goes, I think it's above average. I had a E63 previously for couple of years with zero issues and this one for over 6 months and zero problems as well.
If you are looking for a daily, I think it doesn't get better then CLS for the money.
It will run low 12's with tune and high 12's bone stock.
As far as reliability goes, I think it's above average. I had a E63 previously for couple of years with zero issues and this one for over 6 months and zero problems as well.
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Anytime you install a tune, the car has a chance of becoming less reliable, of course you know about the possible warranty issues as well. With that said, we had a E90 335i Xdrive a while ago, the CLS550 is a class above in my opinion. The CLS550 is just as quick as the 535i but much more refine and luxurious. Handling wise, the E90 is a notch above. Steering wise, the E90 is heavier but not necessarily better than the CLS550. Material quality and workmanships between the two cars are world apart. Make sure you get the contort seats with the auto side bolsters, they really help in spirited driving. In my option, the Mercedes V8 TT engine is very reliable, no wide spread issues that I know of. Much more reliable than the BMW V8 TT engine.
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Well I drove it, between the brakes that are mushy and can't drag the heavy thing down, the zero steering feed back, major body roll, undrivably "efficient" in economy mode and the huge throttle delay when flooring it even in sport with sport susp selected and ESP off I must pass.
Not my style, 335 is lightyears better for me.
Not my style, 335 is lightyears better for me.
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2013 S550 4matic (AMG sport package), 2016 Corvette Stingray.
In 2013, we owned a 2009 BMW 335 xdrive coupe (wife's main car) as my main at the time was BMW 750. I've driven that 335 many times and it was a nice little beast with very tight steering, fast pick up and excellent handling but the ride was awful and hard as bricks on uneven pavement. Anyway, at that time I was in the market for a new car and while I test drove the 2013 CLS, it definitely felt very powerful with great throttle response, handling, and the ride was very comfortable.
Me coming from such a big car (7 series), I felt that the CLS was a bit tight inside for me at the time, plus the 2 + 2 seating and lack of panoramic roof option pushed me towards the S Class.
I will say this, that the Vehicle you are looking at is pre-owned and the previous owners driving style may have been much different than yours. With MB cars unless new, that tranny memory is serious. I would suggest you have the dealer do a hard reset on the trans which may require an update but it's totally worth it. Otherwise, test drive a 2016 and compare that to your bimmer to get a true comparison.
Good luck wi your search.
Me coming from such a big car (7 series), I felt that the CLS was a bit tight inside for me at the time, plus the 2 + 2 seating and lack of panoramic roof option pushed me towards the S Class.
I will say this, that the Vehicle you are looking at is pre-owned and the previous owners driving style may have been much different than yours. With MB cars unless new, that tranny memory is serious. I would suggest you have the dealer do a hard reset on the trans which may require an update but it's totally worth it. Otherwise, test drive a 2016 and compare that to your bimmer to get a true comparison.
Good luck wi your search.
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In 2013, we owned a 2009 BMW 335 xdrive coupe (wife's main car) as my main at the time was BMW 750. I've driven that 335 many times and it was a nice little beast with very tight steering, fast pick up and excellent handling but the ride was awful and hard as bricks on uneven pavement. Anyway, at that time I was in the market for a new car and while I test drove the 2013 CLS, it definitely felt very powerful with great throttle response, handling, and the ride was very comfortable.
Me coming from such a big car (7 series), I felt that the CLS was a bit tight inside for me at the time, plus the 2 + 2 seating and lack of panoramic roof option pushed me towards the S Class.
I will say this, that the Vehicle you are looking at is pre-owned and the previous owners driving style may have been much different than yours. With MB cars unless new, That tranny memory is serious. I would suggest you have the dealer do a hard reset on the trans which may require an update but it's totally worth it. Otherwise, test drive a 2016 and compare to your bimmer to get a true comparison.
Good luck wi your search.
Me coming from such a big car (7 series), I felt that the CLS was a bit tight inside for me at the time, plus the 2 + 2 seating and lack of panoramic roof option pushed me towards the S Class.
I will say this, that the Vehicle you are looking at is pre-owned and the previous owners driving style may have been much different than yours. With MB cars unless new, That tranny memory is serious. I would suggest you have the dealer do a hard reset on the trans which may require an update but it's totally worth it. Otherwise, test drive a 2016 and compare to your bimmer to get a true comparison.
Good luck wi your search.
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