DarrenCT

wondering if anyone on here has any real world results of a w215 cl65 vs a w216 cl65 (all thing being equal) who should come out on top?

SL55_Forever

W215 just because it's like 3-400 pounds light.

BlownV8

215 is quicker.

DarrenCT

thank you both, just wondering, I may be trading my M6 for one soon...

BlownV8

Do some serious research first. Get a warranty that will cover the ABC ssuspension and actually pay on the claims. If you are a member, USAA is top notch and are one of the few very reputable warranty companies that will cover the car.

cal1

have you had USAA warranties? I have been a member for 30 years. Just might need to check them out.

BlownV8

I had no idea they did the warranty until I heard it from another member here. I was looking at getting an SL65 and they would cover the ABC suspension. I don't have the warranty but with USAA I don't for a minute think they would offer a policy unless it was a good one.

cal1

I tend to agree with you on that. I have yet to see a USAA product that wasn't the best in the business and at a reasonable price.

BlownV8

Their insurance prices are a bit high. I can save substantially by going with another company but I would be sacrificing USAA's service. I have my home and autos with them but am thinking about changing due to the rates. My home insurance is way out of whack by the tune of 200% or more and auto is around 50% too high.

Even though the rates are far too high, I have the solice of them being there when I need them. However, the rates may be getting too far out there to justify the quality of the insurance.

DarrenCT

thank you for the info...I'll check into this.... are the 216's still as problematic with the ABC issues of the 215's? that is the one thing that I am concerned with... my previous cL500 (MY 2000) had that issue.....

BlownV8

Doesn't mattter. It's a function of time, mileage, and heat. They will all require a lot of upkeep. I always say find the newest and lowest mileage one you can afford. Get a warranty that specifically covers ABC. I believe even MB stopped covering ABC on their CPO cars.

DarrenCT

definitely will consider this, thnx