Curiousity: What's the point of the wagon?
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From: Yorba Linda, CA
2003 E320
I wouldnt mind pushing a wagon. Ive always wanted a subaru impreza wagon when I saw one tricked out but not in a ricey way. Im a fan of the previous model 5 series waon as well.
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From: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
1988 BMW 325is, 2007 Mercedes Benz E350 Wagon
The reason I went with an E class wagon was that my parents liked the height, and the style, of it, so that tipped the scales for me.
And I think it is hard for other cars, and you can include SUV's, to match the fit, finish and beautiful detailing in the E class wagons, especially with the better quality productions from 2007 onwards.
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From: Long Island, New York
2018 E400 4matic Wagon
Here's another factor in favor of a wagon that I forgot -- rarity. Where I live, and most places I've been to in the US, MLs are a dime a dozen (especially in silver), while E-class wagons are quite rare. It's nice to have a car that you don't see all over the place.
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'04 E500 Wagon
Wagons Rule
Opted for an E500 Wagon after 10+ years of Land Rovers, Series III,
and a couple of Range Rovers -- Lucas, the prince of darkness.
Wanted the space, but did not want a mini-van, and did not want
another "suv". Would likely have gone for a "R" if I'd found one with
the diesel.
Wagon is ever so handy, I'd never get most of the stuff I end
up traveling with / transporting in a sedan.
Besides, looks much better then a suv or mini-van.
and a couple of Range Rovers -- Lucas, the prince of darkness.
Wanted the space, but did not want a mini-van, and did not want
another "suv". Would likely have gone for a "R" if I'd found one with
the diesel.
Wagon is ever so handy, I'd never get most of the stuff I end
up traveling with / transporting in a sedan.
Besides, looks much better then a suv or mini-van.
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From: Long Island, NY
2004 E500 Wagon 4Matic
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C320 CDI Estate, E500 4M Wagon
Not the new one - wish it were. Beautiful car.
My E500 4matic wagon represents the best performance/cargo/fuel mix currently on the US market. It's only competitor is the V70R which is discontinued.
Don't think sedan vs wagon. Think minivan or SUV (especially crossovers which I HATE) vs wagon. Granted, here in Germany, the wagon is especially nice considering our driving conditions. But, I think the wagon still represents a better car for the US market as well.
As you guys have discussed, however, the majority of the US market disagrees, and would rather have a crossover than a wagon.
Sorry european sedan owners, but I think in almost every case (*) the sports wagon is more beautiful than its sedan variant. BMW 3,5...Audi 4, 6, and M/B C, E.
* = I believe the CLS is one of the most beautiful sedans I have ever seen.
My .02,
Smash
My E500 4matic wagon represents the best performance/cargo/fuel mix currently on the US market. It's only competitor is the V70R which is discontinued.
Don't think sedan vs wagon. Think minivan or SUV (especially crossovers which I HATE) vs wagon. Granted, here in Germany, the wagon is especially nice considering our driving conditions. But, I think the wagon still represents a better car for the US market as well.
As you guys have discussed, however, the majority of the US market disagrees, and would rather have a crossover than a wagon.
Sorry european sedan owners, but I think in almost every case (*) the sports wagon is more beautiful than its sedan variant. BMW 3,5...Audi 4, 6, and M/B C, E.
* = I believe the CLS is one of the most beautiful sedans I have ever seen.
My .02,
Smash
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From: Maryland
03 Eclass, 03 BMW 06 Porsche Cayman S, 03 Harley Davidson "bored & stroked"
if your not looking to go off-road which 95% of SUV owners dont, a wagon is much more practical easier to park, and more fun to drive....
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From: little rock,ar
E-320 Bluetec
I looked at the R class and the salesman told me it would pull 5,000 lbs. Of course after looking at the MB website, it said towing not recommended. I kept the Yukon XL for towing the camper, it gets great mileage parked!
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You can certainly buy an OEM towing kit for the E-class in Europe.
Last edited by murman; May 9, 2008 at 12:37 PM.
