E-Class (W211) 2003-2009

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Old 08-12-2010, 08:51 AM
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Could really use the expertize on this forum. I want a car that does not stick out and say steal me; fun to drive; reliable; comfortable and with a Level 3, B4 armor for piece of mind in lieu of some recent car jackings here in Mexico.

I'm looking at a E500 4.8i; a Cayenne Turbo; and, a BMW X5 - all 2006 models. I'm leaning towards the E500

We do have "topes" (kinda like speed bumps you see in a mall parking lot) and the 4.9" clearance on the E500 bothers me a bit but seems the most reliable of the lot.

I guess I find reliability of utmost importance.

Your thoughts are greatly appreciated.
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They made a W211 Guard Edition.

I have an E550 .. it "blends" in because 99% of the W211's around here are E350s.
Old 08-12-2010, 07:52 PM
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How common is armor plating in Mexico?

I would get the BMW over the Cayenne if you need the ground clearance
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GO with the suv since your going with Amor plating of some kind. The Cayene turbo is nice, but the 4.8iS is like a M5 suv.
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Whats wrong with throwing some tin in to your mini cooper?, lol. low profile...

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