this car does NOT want to stay under 100!
Thread Starter
Member
Joined: Nov 2003
Posts: 81
Likes: 0
From: myhammy, fl
2008 ML350 4matic
this car does NOT want to stay under 100!
It is scary how easy it is to pass someone even when you're starting from 80mph. It is rock solid at 100+! I have to keep a close eye on the speedo when i'm on the highway and there are no other cars around to tip me off as to how fast I'm going!
Had a little fun last night with an SL500 and a Corvette. I think the vette was a little surprised that he couldn't shake the chick driving the 4-door sedan off his tail
btw: does MB sponsor any driving events? When I first got my Audi I went to their Audi Quattro Challenge at Sebring. You get to take your car through several courses designed to show you what it is capable of. It was an excellent event and helped me become familiar with the capabilities and limitations of the car. I would love to know if MB sponsers such events.
Had a little fun last night with an SL500 and a Corvette. I think the vette was a little surprised that he couldn't shake the chick driving the 4-door sedan off his tail
btw: does MB sponsor any driving events? When I first got my Audi I went to their Audi Quattro Challenge at Sebring. You get to take your car through several courses designed to show you what it is capable of. It was an excellent event and helped me become familiar with the capabilities and limitations of the car. I would love to know if MB sponsers such events.
Last edited by miamigrrl; Jul 2, 2004 at 12:37 PM.
Super Moderator
Joined: Jul 2003
Posts: 11,664
Likes: 3
From: SoCal
W221
Originally Posted by miamigrrl
It is scary how easy it is to pass someone even when you're starting from 80mph. It is rock solid at 100+! I have to keep a close eye on the speedo when i'm on the highway and there are no other cars around to tip me off as to how fast I'm going!
Had a little fun last night with an SL500 and a Corvette. I think the vette was a little surprised that he couldn't shake the chick driving the 4-door sedan off his tail
btw: does MB sponsor any driving events? When I first got my Audi I went to their Audi Quattro Challenge at Sebring. You get to take your car through several courses designed to show you what it is capable of. It was an excellent event and helped me become familiar with the capabilities and limitations of the car. I would love to know if MB sponsers such events.
Had a little fun last night with an SL500 and a Corvette. I think the vette was a little surprised that he couldn't shake the chick driving the 4-door sedan off his tail
btw: does MB sponsor any driving events? When I first got my Audi I went to their Audi Quattro Challenge at Sebring. You get to take your car through several courses designed to show you what it is capable of. It was an excellent event and helped me become familiar with the capabilities and limitations of the car. I would love to know if MB sponsers such events.
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Apr 2004
Posts: 1,131
Likes: 8
From: Chicago
2004 E320, 2006 Audi A6, 2008 C350 W204, 2010 BMW F10, 2012 Porsche Carrera S 991, 2014 E350 W212
MiamiGrrl
I like a girl that can drive!!! FAST!!! one question. why did you buy a E320, if you had a E500 already?
I like a girl that can drive!!! FAST!!! one question. why did you buy a E320, if you had a E500 already?
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Dec 2003
Posts: 2,298
Likes: 0
From: Nashville
E63
Originally Posted by yxc145
MiamiGrrl
I like a girl that can drive!!! FAST!!! one question. why did you buy a E320, if you had a E500 already?
I like a girl that can drive!!! FAST!!! one question. why did you buy a E320, if you had a E500 already?
Out Of Control!!
Joined: Jul 2003
Posts: 15,901
Likes: 4,630
From: North Scottsdale, AZ
'71 Pinto
yxc145
deucezer0
Right there in her sig:
2004 E500 Black/Charcoal; Appearance, Entertainment, Sunroof (hers - V8 smoothness)
2004 E320 Pewter/Stone; Appearance, Entertainment, Nav, Sunroof (his - luxo cruiser)
deucezer0
Right there in her sig:
2004 E500 Black/Charcoal; Appearance, Entertainment, Sunroof (hers - V8 smoothness)
2004 E320 Pewter/Stone; Appearance, Entertainment, Nav, Sunroof (his - luxo cruiser)
Trending Topics
Thread Starter
Member
Joined: Nov 2003
Posts: 81
Likes: 0
From: myhammy, fl
2008 ML350 4matic
Originally Posted by yxc145
one question. why did you buy a E320, if you had a E500 already?
MB World Stories
The Best of Mercedes & AMG
Manual Mercedes? 6 Times Sindelfingen Let Drivers Have All The Fun
Verdad Gallardo
Mercedes SLR McLaren 722 S Is Extremely Rare Example Modified by McLaren
Verdad Gallardo
8 Classic Boxy Mercedes Designs That Have Aged Like Fine Wine
Verdad Gallardo
Flawlessly Restored Mercedes 190E Evo II Heads to Auction
Verdad Gallardo
Electric Mercedes C-Class Unveiled: 11 Things You Need to Know
Verdad Gallardo
Mercedes EQS Gets A Major Update: Everything You Need to Know
Verdad Gallardo
5 Underrated Mercedes-Benz Models That Don't Get the Love They Deserve
Verdad Gallardo
Mercedes 300D Has Pushed Well Past 1 Million Miles and It Ain't Stopping
Verdad Gallardo
10 Most Reliable Mercedes-Benz Models You Can Buy Used
Verdad Gallardo
Senior Member
Joined: May 2004
Posts: 416
Likes: 2
From: Lone Star State.
W211 2005 CDI, X166 2013 350 BT, 997.1 2008 C4S
Wish my wife was into cars as much as miamigirl LOL 
BTW, I must agree it takes alot of "restraint" for me to keep this car below 100mph. Yes...I know speed kills but I've never driven a car that feels so capable at these speeds.
Happy Motoring
BTW, I must agree it takes alot of "restraint" for me to keep this car below 100mph. Yes...I know speed kills but I've never driven a car that feels so capable at these speeds.
Happy Motoring
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Apr 2004
Posts: 1,131
Likes: 8
From: Chicago
2004 E320, 2006 Audi A6, 2008 C350 W204, 2010 BMW F10, 2012 Porsche Carrera S 991, 2014 E350 W212
ha ha..... a wife that drives a faster car than the husband!!!! a very understanding husband!!!
Thread Starter
Member
Joined: Nov 2003
Posts: 81
Likes: 0
From: myhammy, fl
2008 ML350 4matic
Originally Posted by yxc145
ha ha..... a wife that drives a faster car than the husband!!!! a very understanding husband!!!
).I, however, get a serious thrill from knowing I have so much power on tap
.
Thread Starter
Member
Joined: Nov 2003
Posts: 81
Likes: 0
From: myhammy, fl
2008 ML350 4matic
Originally Posted by DevilishBenz
Love a woman who can drive! 
miamigrrl, has your thirst for power ever left you considering an E55?
miamigrrl, has your thirst for power ever left you considering an E55? I also suggested he give his 320 to his father, take my 500, and I get the 55... lol.. he didn't go for it
Member
Joined: May 2003
Posts: 233
Likes: 0
From: Sunny Fort Lauderdale, FL USA
2004 E500 w/ AMG Sport Package
Originally Posted by MrBonus
I'm assuming the 'Vette was an older model because a C5 or even an LT1 C4 would have handed you your *ss.
sometimes the speed doesnt matter. someone in an E55 tried to shake me the other day and couldnt, while this guy in a Acura Legend Coupe handed me my a$$ the other day. Had to be souped up. I should have went 3rd gear on his a$$.
miamigrl....you have any sisters or friends with your disposition. my girl thinks i'm crazy always washing my car, driving fast for no reason.
i cant keep this bad boy under a 100 for nothing. its a monster. imagine having an E55?
my next car will be my 2nd car....i'm driving this til the wheels fall off...and i think i will have to go with an E55 0r SL55. i regret not spending the extra cash. I paid 73,000 (fully loaded) for my E500 and wish i would have spent more. ANyway for my first benz i cant complain....
live it up girl....or as us jamaicans say 'UP TO THE TIME" which means live in the moment...
Super Member
Joined: Jun 2004
Posts: 768
Likes: 74
From: S.F. Bay Area, CA
'18 E63S AMG
Originally Posted by lyrixmajor
my next car will be my 2nd car....i'm driving this til the wheels fall off...and i think i will have to go with an E55 0r SL55. i regret not spending the extra cash. I paid 73,000 (fully loaded) for my E500 and wish i would have spent more. ANyway for my first benz i cant complain....
Senior Member
Joined: Feb 2003
Posts: 304
Likes: 0
From: San Clemente, CA
2003 E-500
Check out your local Sections of the MB Club of America or other sports car clubs in your area. Our Souther CA MBCA is holding a Defensive Driving event in October and some of the car clubs hold Auto Cross events at several venues near us. In these you run against the clock and not other cars but they really help you to better handle your vehicle. I started running in the Auto Cross meets in Ohio when I got one of the first RX-7's in the late 70's. That was a GREAT handling vehicle and really fun to drive agressively. Put over 100K miles on it and never had a problem with it. I'm sure you can find such events near Miami and wouldn't be surprised if they hold such events at the old Homestead Air Base near you.
BMW is known for having driving events across the country where you can drive their new vehicles on a simulated road course set up with pylons on old runways or large parking areas. My wife and I have participated in several here for BMW, MB and Cadillac over the years and all have been a lot of fun but your didn't get to use your own car. That's an advantage if you don't want to tear up the brakes, tires and suspension in your own.
You should also be careful to avoid participating in any event that is not covered by your insurance or the MB warranty. The Defensive Driving Event is OK but some of the Rallys and Auto Cross events may be considered as races even though you are only running against the clock.
BMW is known for having driving events across the country where you can drive their new vehicles on a simulated road course set up with pylons on old runways or large parking areas. My wife and I have participated in several here for BMW, MB and Cadillac over the years and all have been a lot of fun but your didn't get to use your own car. That's an advantage if you don't want to tear up the brakes, tires and suspension in your own.
You should also be careful to avoid participating in any event that is not covered by your insurance or the MB warranty. The Defensive Driving Event is OK but some of the Rallys and Auto Cross events may be considered as races even though you are only running against the clock.
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Aug 2002
Posts: 2,006
Likes: 0
From: Long Island
'07 Porsche 997TT
Originally Posted by lyrixmajor
sometimes the speed doesnt matter. someone in an E55 tried to shake me the other day and couldnt, while this guy in a Acura Legend Coupe handed me my a$$ the other day. Had to be souped up. I should have went 3rd gear on his a$$.
miamigrl....you have any sisters or friends with your disposition. my girl thinks i'm crazy always washing my car, driving fast for no reason.
i cant keep this bad boy under a 100 for nothing. its a monster. imagine having an E55?
my next car will be my 2nd car....i'm driving this til the wheels fall off...and i think i will have to go with an E55 0r SL55. i regret not spending the extra cash. I paid 73,000 (fully loaded) for my E500 and wish i would have spent more. ANyway for my first benz i cant complain....
live it up girl....or as us jamaicans say 'UP TO THE TIME" which means live in the moment...
miamigrl....you have any sisters or friends with your disposition. my girl thinks i'm crazy always washing my car, driving fast for no reason.
i cant keep this bad boy under a 100 for nothing. its a monster. imagine having an E55?
my next car will be my 2nd car....i'm driving this til the wheels fall off...and i think i will have to go with an E55 0r SL55. i regret not spending the extra cash. I paid 73,000 (fully loaded) for my E500 and wish i would have spent more. ANyway for my first benz i cant complain....
live it up girl....or as us jamaicans say 'UP TO THE TIME" which means live in the moment...
As much as I loved my '03 E500 I always regretted not getting the E55. I didn't take to much of a bath, but lost some. And as far as the E55 not being able to shake you? Was he trying, LOL. Having owned both cars, there is no way an E55 will not pull EASILY on the E500.
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Aug 2002
Posts: 2,006
Likes: 0
From: Long Island
'07 Porsche 997TT
Originally Posted by CALBenzo
I sometimes regret not getting the E55 as well. However, know I would have modded that as well, and in the end it would still have cost $25K more.
every time I get in the car. But you know where I was last week? At a shop talking about Kleemann mods!! Approx. $7,500 for almost an extra 100 HP and some more torque (just what this car needs!). the funniest thing is I e-mailed Kleemann today and asked if the ECU removes the speed limiter. His response: "The upgrade will increase top speed to 187 mph. For an extra $300 I can have it umlimited. 187 should be sufficient, though". How funny is that. Where in the hell am I going to go 187? Get pulled over for that, you'll get thown in jail. After the cops beat the ever living s**t out of you.
