Trade '18 GLC43 for 2020 Model?

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Sep 30, 2019 | 09:26 PM
  #1  
So, thinking of trading my '18 GLC43 with a tad less than 7k miles in almost 2 years for a new 2020 model. I like my '18, but gotta admit I'm also kind of a tech junkie and want the new MBUX system, as well as, will probably step up to a 63 SUV model. I know it's a dumb move financially, but this is kind of what happens when you have car ADD/addictions. Other idea is to just dump it and save up for a GT4 or 911 in the next year or so. Appreciate any thoughts?
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Oct 1, 2019 | 07:02 AM
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What are your needs? A 911 and a GLC are quite different vehicles.
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Oct 1, 2019 | 12:01 PM
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Quote: What are your needs? A 911 and a GLC are quite different vehicles.
This is all really "want" more than "need". I have a newer, 3rd car I usually drive most of the time around town, errands, etc., so...GLC isn't getting much use. The practical side is saying just dump the GLC, take the cash, and worry about getting something else later, while the devilish side is saying go for the new 63.
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Oct 1, 2019 | 12:35 PM
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Anyone that trades a car in in less than 4 years is crazy...

BTW, I have traded my last 3 in right at the 1 year mark...

Sounds like you don't need the GLC, if you decide to get another one anyway, go all the way up to the 63s. I know, I know...you think the Coupe is ugly. Everyone says that until they see mine in person and then they love it. Picture below.

I would get the Porsche but go at least the 911 GT3, which BTW is slower than the GLC 63S Coupe in 0-60 mph.

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Oct 1, 2019 | 05:18 PM
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Quote: Anyone that trades a car in in less than 4 years is crazy...

BTW, I have traded my last 3 in right at the 1 year mark...

Sounds like you don't need the GLC, if you decide to get another one anyway, go all the way up to the 63s. I know, I know...you think the Coupe is ugly. Everyone says that until they see mine in person and then they love it. Picture below.

I would get the Porsche but go at least the 911 GT3, which BTW is slower than the GLC 63S Coupe in 0-60 mph.

well said.

You are right, I actually didn't like the Coupe at first, but it's grown on me a lot because of pics like yours...looks amazing.
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Oct 1, 2019 | 08:34 PM
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Quote: Anyone that trades a car in in less than 4 years is crazy...

BTW, I have traded my last 3 in right at the 1 year mark...

Sounds like you don't need the GLC, if you decide to get another one anyway, go all the way up to the 63s. I know, I know...you think the Coupe is ugly. Everyone says that until they see mine in person and then they love it. Picture below.

I would get the Porsche but go at least the 911 GT3, which BTW is slower than the GLC 63S Coupe in 0-60 mph.


Looks good lowered. Stock height...not so much.
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