CAN'T FIT IN SL500 COMFORTABLY!! which other benz?
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CAN'T FIT IN SL500 COMFORTABLY!! which other benz?
Hi guys...was in search of my perfect roadster...but these older bones are not too comfortable in sl500 .... (6'5" 300 LBS)..In my younger days squezzed into fiat x19 but now need more room.
Now looking at clk430 or 55amg...was leaning toward amg but from the little i have read so far... a bit scared of 55 amg....soon as I saw "air" in specs for suspension I backed off....been there done that with air suspension issues...must cost a fortune to fix....given above...which benz would you advise?This is basicallyto be a low mileage sunday car(2-3 k) a year) plan on keeping and want to hold value and have fun in the meantime
thanks in advance
Now looking at clk430 or 55amg...was leaning toward amg but from the little i have read so far... a bit scared of 55 amg....soon as I saw "air" in specs for suspension I backed off....been there done that with air suspension issues...must cost a fortune to fix....given above...which benz would you advise?This is basicallyto be a low mileage sunday car(2-3 k) a year) plan on keeping and want to hold value and have fun in the meantime
thanks in advance
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From: Alexandria, Lousiana
06 Infiniti FX35, 07 SL55
Have you considered S series?
Although Im not big, I sat in the new S600 last month and there seemed like there was plenty of room. The higher quality nappa leather in the 600 feels luxurious and comfortable. Theres also lots of room in the back too, if you need it. You can get the higher quality leather as an option for the S550 as well
Although Im not big, I sat in the new S600 last month and there seemed like there was plenty of room. The higher quality nappa leather in the 600 feels luxurious and comfortable. Theres also lots of room in the back too, if you need it. You can get the higher quality leather as an option for the S550 as well
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2005 SL55, 2000 CL500
Big guy Benz
I am a big guy
6 ft 250
I fit just right in my SL55.
6 5" Thats a bit tight for the SL
But for the BIG GUY. Go for the CL.
My CL500 is big enough for a 6 5" guy
As far as being afraid of the "Air Suspension".
Thats what warranty is for. Yes my CL ate a ABC Pump.
It was covered. Go get a CL55 and enjoy.
Kick a** in luxury
6 ft 250
I fit just right in my SL55.
6 5" Thats a bit tight for the SL
But for the BIG GUY. Go for the CL.
My CL500 is big enough for a 6 5" guy
As far as being afraid of the "Air Suspension".
Thats what warranty is for. Yes my CL ate a ABC Pump.
It was covered. Go get a CL55 and enjoy.
Kick a** in luxury
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From: West Virginia
2001 E320 RWD - Brilliant Silver/Ash: 100,000+
I'd sit in and test drive an S-class sedan. 2006 S500 or 2007 S55 - just because the S-class are the largest overall vehicles. I have never even been in any of the SL, CLK, or SLK but I have been curious how those feel to me. I am only 6'1" and 210 and I like the size of my E320.
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1985 380 SL 2001 SL 500 2007 E350 Sport 2008 T & C Ltd.
Is this the Big Guy thread???? (6'1" 240)
The CL would, far and away, be my first choice.
My E is very comfortable and a friend has the 55 and is love. But, as mentioned, the S class is still like sitting in your living room.
There's a bit differerence between 6'1" and 6'5", but my 129 SL is very comfortable. More room IMO than the current.
Haven't been in one, but the BMW 645 is great looking and I would think comfortable for a larger man.
Tried sitting in a Gallarado a couple of weeks ago. After stuggling with the entry sill, I couldn't even get past the side supports of the seat. Very depressing...
Keep us posted with your quest. This is a very personal "community within the community". And remember...
IF YOU AIN'T A XXL YOU AIN'T NOTHIN'.
The CL would, far and away, be my first choice.
My E is very comfortable and a friend has the 55 and is love. But, as mentioned, the S class is still like sitting in your living room.
There's a bit differerence between 6'1" and 6'5", but my 129 SL is very comfortable. More room IMO than the current.
Haven't been in one, but the BMW 645 is great looking and I would think comfortable for a larger man.
Tried sitting in a Gallarado a couple of weeks ago. After stuggling with the entry sill, I couldn't even get past the side supports of the seat. Very depressing...
Keep us posted with your quest. This is a very personal "community within the community". And remember...
IF YOU AIN'T A XXL YOU AIN'T NOTHIN'.
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2005 C230K Sport Sedan, 6 speed manual
I am only 6'4", but finding a car that fits has always been a problem for me. I have not yet found a roadster that I can tolerate for long distances.
In general, a sedan will have a bit more headroom than a coupe or roadster. If you order the car without a sunroof (sedan or coupe), that will increase your headroom another 1 1/2 to 2 inches.
I drive a C Class without a sunroof, and it has plenty of headroom and legroom for me. The E Class is about the same in the front seats, and the old S Class seems slightly larger up front (I don't know about the new series).
This still doesn't solve the convertible problem.
I have always heard Mercedes is one of the better cars for big people. I concur, but not all models are the same.
In general, a sedan will have a bit more headroom than a coupe or roadster. If you order the car without a sunroof (sedan or coupe), that will increase your headroom another 1 1/2 to 2 inches.
I drive a C Class without a sunroof, and it has plenty of headroom and legroom for me. The E Class is about the same in the front seats, and the old S Class seems slightly larger up front (I don't know about the new series).
This still doesn't solve the convertible problem.
I have always heard Mercedes is one of the better cars for big people. I concur, but not all models are the same.
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From: Southern Methodist University
2001 C320 (purple), 2002 BMW 540i
my cousin's ex husband, who was a VERY large man, was actually able to fit into a Z3. If HE could fit into one 99.998% of Americans probably can. Of course, you're probably not looking for a Z3. So, I'd suggest you check out an M roadster or a Z8.
