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I just acquired Equus and can say that Hyundai dealers do not know how to sale this caliber of cars. They have still $20k car sale approach. It is annoying and lowers overall experience of obtaining a car. I do not think they are ready to separate dealerships yet. Sales numbers are still low. They sale 2-3 Equus a month, and it is only one dealer in my area having Equus in lot. For example Lexus sales about 10-15 LS460, and perhaps 3-7 other Lexus daily.
Apparently Hyundai announced in Nov. that they have created Genesis Motors. First car will be Equus, rebadged as a G90. To soon be followed by Genesis sedan rebadged as G80. Later there will be coupe and SUV.
It will be interesting to see how this roles out. While separate dealerships may add to the "exclusivity" of Equus and Genesis, how will the dealerships be able to meet their costs without charging exhorbitant amounts for the few cars they sell and service?
Most "luxury" brand dealers today have several models available and a lot full of recent previously owned models. They also count on the high volume, lower cost models to spread operating expenses for sales and service costs.
I'm definitely purchasing something newer then what I have in 2016 but I doubt it will be a brand new (2016-2017) anything. I just don't see the value in it personally. I have narrowed down my options to a 2013 E550 or a 2014 S550 in which I'm heavily leaning towards the S550.
If I don't get either then I'm keeping my current E550 and getting a second car for myself to just play around with either like an older Mustang or something strictly to play with on off days etc.
You could try Carmax for an outright sale to them, but it takes from 1-2 hours for them to appraise the car. This is an alternative to selling it yourself. If nothing else, gives you a more realistic "trade-in" value.
El Cid. I could but they do not have much of a good reputation. I am pretty set for now. It has low miles still and she has much life left in it.
As I said previously, and on other posts. The w213 is all hype and the w212 is a timeless classic that will be coveted.
I bought a 2010 E350 CPO because I had the same feeling - that the W212 is one of those models that people will cherish over time. It may be the last "heavy" E Class. The W213 I believe will be lighter all around due to CAFE, and other concerns. My preference is for the Luxury design pre-face lift.
My other car is a near pristine 1996 C280. This model has very long legs ! People hold onto them and they always look in fashion. Quite a feat for a car that is now 20 years old. JMHO.
I bought a 2010 E350 CPO because I had the same feeling - that the W212 is one of those models that people will cherish over time. It may be the last "heavy" E Class. The W213 I believe will be lighter all around due to CAFE, and other concerns. My preference is for the Luxury design pre-face lift.
My other car is a near pristine 1996 C280. This model has very long legs ! People hold onto them and they always look in fashion. Quite a feat for a car that is now 20 years old. JMHO.
I must say I read there is going to be 2 styles of E class released this style I'm digging.
The 3 point star and grille did it for me.
I must say I read there is going to be 2 styles of E class released this style I'm digging.
The 3 point star and grille did it for me.
I think there will be 3.
1) Base (the red car). Low key body styling, not quite luxury, not quite sport, sort of a rental car vibe to it. 18" kinda sporty wheels.
2) Luxury (your blue car), chrome grille and chrome body accents, hood ornament, ornate but conservative looking 19" wheels.
3) Sport. AMG appearance package, grille with star, no hood ornament, aggressive front fascia with large air inlets, lowered suspension, 19 or 20" wheels.
The lux and base will have a broader selection of the gentler interior colors, beiges and grays, and more wood trim options. Just guessing but if the C packaging is any indication that should be pretty close.
1) Base (the red car). Low key body styling, not quite luxury, not quite sport, sort of a rental car vibe to it. 18" kinda sporty wheels.
2) Luxury (your blue car), chrome grille and chrome body accents, hood ornament, ornate but conservative looking 19" wheels.
3) Sport. AMG appearance package, grille with star, no hood ornament, aggressive front fascia with large air inlets, lowered suspension, 19 or 20" wheels.
The lux and base will have a broader selection of the gentler interior colors, beiges and grays, and more wood trim options. Just guessing but if the C packaging is any indication that should be pretty close.
This is one I would want. Looks classy like a Mercedes Benz should be.
I dont like the way new w213 looks like, but I have yet to see the coupe version, which might look sick if it is going to be similiar to s class coupe!
12-30-2015, 10:16 AM
