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2011 E350
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Greetings & Salutations,
I wanted to first thank you for the wealth of information mbworld forums provide.
We test drove BMW 3 & 5 series, Audi A4 & A6, and Mercedes C & E class. Almost forgot about the Lexus ES 350, I wanted to end the test drive immediately. This purchase litterally took us over a month before deciding what manufacturer to go with.
Let me introduce my newest member of my family, 2011 E350 4Matic Sport. This is truly one great looking sedan!
Jay
Semper Fi
I wanted to first thank you for the wealth of information mbworld forums provide.
We test drove BMW 3 & 5 series, Audi A4 & A6, and Mercedes C & E class. Almost forgot about the Lexus ES 350, I wanted to end the test drive immediately. This purchase litterally took us over a month before deciding what manufacturer to go with.
Let me introduce my newest member of my family, 2011 E350 4Matic Sport. This is truly one great looking sedan!
Jay
Semper Fi
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2011 E550 4Matic, 2002 M3 Vert
Congrats! I must say that is one thorough process you guys went through to decide which car to buy. Would love to hear your thoughts on why you chose the Merc over BMW.
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Now this is just my opinion but two things really stood out on the BMW 3 & 5 Series (this also applies to Audi A4):
*The ride was a little rough (I'm officially old for saying this).
*Lack of features or wow factor. The price range I was shopping for I really wanted more features.
The one positive note was the 4 years of included maintenance which was also part of our decision but still didn't sway us.
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2011 E350
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2011 E550 4Matic, 2002 M3 Vert
You do really get more car for your money with a Merc. When I looked at the CLS 550 & C300 the instrument clusters where almost the same. There's a sense that Mercedes doesn't cheapen the car just to reach a broader market.
Now this is just my opinion but two things really stood out on the BMW 3 & 5 Series (this also applies to Audi A4):
*The ride was a little rough (I'm officially old for saying this).
*Lack of features or wow factor. The price range I was shopping for I really wanted more features.
The one positive note was the 4 years of included maintenance which was also part of our decision but still didn't sway us.
Now this is just my opinion but two things really stood out on the BMW 3 & 5 Series (this also applies to Audi A4):
*The ride was a little rough (I'm officially old for saying this).
*Lack of features or wow factor. The price range I was shopping for I really wanted more features.
The one positive note was the 4 years of included maintenance which was also part of our decision but still didn't sway us.
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Welcome and congrats on the new car. It looks great! I still love the bold and distinctive lines on the 212's, especially how the hood line meets the fender and has continuity towards the side view mirrors. 
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2011 E350
The 2012 Audi A6 was a beautiful car especially with Premium Plus & Quattro spec. My wife was leaning toward the A6 but the price was just higher than we wanted to pay. Please understand in no way did I settle with the E350, we are both extremely happy with our Purchase.
I could not agree more with Golfster about the Merc's lines, looks somewhat aggresive.
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Congrats on going with the best choice! What truly signified my happiness with the W212 over the F10 was after I saw my car side by side with one, no contest there IMO. 
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2012 S350 Bluetec 4Matic, Diamond White, P2
Steel gray is quick, but black is still the fastest. You will enjoy the vehicle very much regardless. Great choice and I love the steel gray. Looks much better in person than in pics. Best of luck and keep the rubber side down.
