E-Class Out, What To Come Next?
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From: Boston, MA
00 MB ML55, 91 Toyota Supra Turbo(sold), 06 E500(gone), 03 BMW M3
I am definitely thinking the same but guys we don't know much he put down. His car is cheaper than my G35 Coupe, where for nothing down, 36 months 12K/year, I'm paying $550/month...
More power to 55Fanatic but nevertheless, he gives me hope for a doable and affordable deal.
By the way, I love my GL450, I ripped a Cayenne S to shreds! MB GL450 RULES!!!!
More power to 55Fanatic but nevertheless, he gives me hope for a doable and affordable deal.
By the way, I love my GL450, I ripped a Cayenne S to shreds! MB GL450 RULES!!!!
Out Of Control!!
Joined: Dec 2004
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From: Boston, MA
00 MB ML55, 91 Toyota Supra Turbo(sold), 06 E500(gone), 03 BMW M3
I test drove an M45 before deciding on getting the E-class and the truth of the matter is, while it is a very good car, I am used to driving German cars and the Japanese cars just 'feel' different. The M45's engine made very nice power and the gadgets available were certainly more up to date compared to what is an aging and soon to be replaced W211 platform. But the driving experience left much to be desired.
Granted, if I wanted the most sporting feel behind the wheel, the BMW 5-series/M5 would've been the better choice than the E63 - but the BMW's stying inside and out have driven me away from the marque for the last few years.
After test driving the M45, I got out of it and felt nothing...and that's when I knew the Infiniti was not for me. They build very nice automobiles, but just not ones I would want to have a long term relationship with...
Granted, if I wanted the most sporting feel behind the wheel, the BMW 5-series/M5 would've been the better choice than the E63 - but the BMW's stying inside and out have driven me away from the marque for the last few years.
After test driving the M45, I got out of it and felt nothing...and that's when I knew the Infiniti was not for me. They build very nice automobiles, but just not ones I would want to have a long term relationship with...
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From: DVStyle
2006 Mercedes Benz E350
From the post above; I couldn't have said it better:
IMO rollover into another E, the quality will be like day and night – fantastic vehicle. Going from a (reliable) 05 to an 07 was a huge improvement for me.
I would however consider doing a 3 year lease, and wait for for the 2nd year of W-212 though, remembering the 2003 W211 1st model year issues....
IMO rollover into another E, the quality will be like day and night – fantastic vehicle. Going from a (reliable) 05 to an 07 was a huge improvement for me.
I would however consider doing a 3 year lease, and wait for for the 2nd year of W-212 though, remembering the 2003 W211 1st model year issues....
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From: Charlotte, NC
'16 528i MSport
We'll be taking a look this coming weekend, it seems as the MVP may work then. I didnt have a chance to go last weekend. WIll keep ya guys posted. Thanks for the advice.
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'34 Lagonda, '69 280SL, '07 E63 wagon
Do you have to be an employee, or a relative of an employee? Any tips of how a civilian can come close to this deal?
I am in the Mercedes club and they were offering $2000 rebate for existing members (1yr or more) on every thing in dealer stock but the AMGs
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From: Baltimore MD
MB, BMW
how about the all-new Cadillac CTS and the upcoming CTS-V?? I checked one out recently, and I was highly impressed. BTW i've never owned a domestic car b4, so that's saying a lot. I really hope the new CTS-V will have the 600HP supercharged V8.
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From: Ft. Lauderdale Area, USA
2015 ML 350
Nothing out there is gonna satisfy your driving senses like another MB. Get the current E again, (which WILL feel all too familiar, sadly). That way when you're ready again for a new one. All the bugs will be out of it & you will enjoy a NEW car with no problems.
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From: Westchester County, NY
2010 E350 4Matic w/sport package
MVP deal - I assume is family and friends? I spoke to my wifes cousin who works for MB and she said they do not do it all the time and sometimes it is only for immediate family but she is going to see what she can do. Is MVP for employees only or immediate fam of employees? Thanks.
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From: Reality
2021 E450 4matic
IN that range I would have gotten another Audi A6
