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Old Apr 1, 2002 | 11:38 PM
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Just curious

Can some of you owners of the G-Class tell we why you got one? I dunno, from the looks of it (I like it) but it doesn't look like a good ride/fast. I dunno, I'm just curious...I don't know of anyone who has one yet. Thanks.
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Old Apr 1, 2002 | 11:51 PM
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Because it's about the manliest vehicle you could buy, next to a Hummer. But a Hummer isn't as practical.
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Old Apr 2, 2002 | 12:04 AM
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true...I guess. I dunno, I think a 4.6is or a ML55 is better...but that's just my opinion. Ya, Hummer's are sweet...I know a kid that's got one in my neighborhood...it doesn't go over 85 though.
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Old Apr 2, 2002 | 12:11 PM
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My G500 is stable over 100mph, though I don't really drive that fast very often if ever. I'm quite happy with the on-road characteristics of my G500 considering my previous car was a BMW M-Roadster which has excellent on-road handling.
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Old Apr 3, 2002 | 11:28 AM
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2004 S500 4MATIC AMG SPORT PKG. - 2002 RANGE ROVER
I bought mine because...

G500 is one of most exclusive capable offroad luxury vehicles on this earth. I also still have my Range Rover as well.

G500 is one of the only SUVs left in the world that is true to term SUV. It looks like a SUV, it performs like a SUV, and it protects you like a tank.

Anyway, just my 2 cents....

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