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Old Jan 28, 2009 | 07:41 PM
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Unhappy WHAT JOBS DO MB OWNERS HAVE

Always though MB owners where just rich people but noticed alot of normal incomed owners are on this site.Curious to see what type of jobs MB owners have.Myself,I own an E350. Used to be a sales rep for T-mobile making 60k...Now broke as a manager for verizon barely making 40k..=(..Thats before taxes
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Old Jan 28, 2009 | 08:29 PM
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I work at Bell (Canada's largest wireless provider). Specifically as a implementation specialist for a Microsoft ERP solution called Dynamics NAV... Yes, Bell does more than phones.

I'm underpaid at 63k but luckily rode my Dad's coat tails and own a few condos in downtown Van.
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Old Jan 28, 2009 | 08:36 PM
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Partner in a private equity firm, and I make a lot less than people think. I think income doesn't matter -- it seems in general MB owners are people who appreciate quality, performance, and styling. I think of Lexus owners as mostly rich people or posers, BMW as driving enthusiasts, and MB owners as people who want a balanced vehicle.
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Old Jan 28, 2009 | 09:11 PM
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My thoughts and reasons only echo philfna's sentiment in the earlier post. I chose the E320 Bluetec over an E63 because it was different and MB's newest creation at the time.
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Old Jan 28, 2009 | 09:11 PM
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Owning a business developing a ERP system and electronics devices such as OBD2 interface and wireless inventory control systems. Bought it because half my family worked/s at MB in Sindelfingen, I worked there during the summers while studying and b/c I like the quality and what MB comes up with for their cars. I worked hard for it, I work hard, and I will continue to work hard for my car. But I also won't forget that it's only a car to get from A to B.

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Old Jan 28, 2009 | 09:49 PM
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Computer Systems Administrator for a School Department. Not a very large one but I have to manage 718 computers along with my co-worker.
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Old Jan 28, 2009 | 10:02 PM
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Originally Posted by philfna
Partner in a private equity firm, and I make a lot less than people think. I think income doesn't matter -- it seems in general MB owners are people who appreciate quality, performance, and styling. I think of Lexus owners as mostly rich people or posers, BMW as driving enthusiasts, and MB owners as people who want a balanced vehicle.
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Old Jan 29, 2009 | 06:34 AM
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Huge incorrect perception that MB owners are wealthy (wealthy itself is subjective). At least in the used car market: C classes are very affordable. E350's are found everywhere. E class V8's are one of the best value for money cars out there.

I think your question would be more appropriate in the AMG Black Series forum. (or far that matter forums for Bentley, Ferrari, Lamborghini, etc...)

People think "he/she drives a Benz, they must be rich". Not true at all.
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I get a new car every two years as part of my compensation but I also own a 1992 300E with almost 200k on the odometer and that car is a prime example of Mercedes quality.
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Old Jan 29, 2009 | 09:59 AM
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software sales. we sell the software that allows dentists to send their insurance claims electronically instead of mailing them by hand. its a great service and its nice to have people call you up months later just to tell you how much they love it.

if you know any dentists send me a pm, i can save them time and money.


btw i am comfortable, but not rich by any means. i drive a MB but not for the status bc here in the OC my C class is pretty much a dime a dozen occurrence, like a honda or toyota anywhere else in the country. not to mention the fact that everyday i am driving next to either a bentely, masarati, lambo, rolls royce, etc.
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I'm in the military (Air Force) been in 6 yrs and dont get paid as much (30K)as everyone but its all how you invest your money. i bought my car with my deployment money from Iraq and love every single bit of the car. Looking forward in the next few years for the W212 since i wouldnt be able to afford a new car straight out of the lot and wait till there are used once out there!!!!!
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