Don Black

My dealer is offering me the following deal on a new 2008 S550 (non-4MATIC):

Leather Steering Wheel
P2 Package
AMG Sport Package
$79,999


...which sounds like a decent deal. But I was wondering if there were any differences (exterior or interior) between the 2009 and 2008 models of the S550?


Thank you.

nkole

You can do better. I bought an 08 S550 a ten days ago with AMG, Ipod, wood steering wheel and package 3 for $78.5K.

There are a few small upgrades with the 2009. Better power window switches and the non AMG models have a different wheel design.

Neil

xolinlevh

and iirc someone mentioned something on another post about better millage on the 09 (though it was only +1mpg)

nkole

Yup, I forgot about the mileage question. I was the guy who raised that and stumped the group. No one seemed to know if the 09 has a +1 highway EPA rating because the same powertrain was retested or there is some improvement to the 09 that's driving the improvement. I've gotten much better than the 14/21 number in the first 600 miles of driving on my 08.

Neil

s600ed

Also make sure the 2008 has the blindspot assist (triangle on the mirror)

Untertürkheim

Hold out for P3, rear seat and Premium leather (small price, but worth it).

avb777

Did you lease it or finance it?

Thanks.

nkole

I bought mine. No lease deals on left over 2008s. Over $22k of purchases though.

AustinGuy

Is that standard? I've haven't heard of that being standard on the S550. I don't even think my S63 comes with it.

Don Black

Thanks everyone for the great info!


Neil: Is that $78.5k after all taxes/fees/destination charge, etc.?


s600ed: Does the 2009 come with the blindspot assist standard or something? Or are you just saying because it's such a huge car...

nkole

Don,

The $78.5K was before sales tax/title and license fees. In CA the tax rate is 8.25%, so that alone is about $6K.

To get blind spot assistence you'll need to get the distronic plus package which is about $3K. I wanted that very much, but the only car I could find with that option was Capri Blue which wasn't for me.

Neil

s600ed

Blindspot assist is part of the distronic package which I believe went down to about 2k MSRP on the 2009 models. On early to mid 2008 cars it was not available in the package so some 08 did not have it.

Blk04cobra1

$22k sounds about right for the maximum discount on a 2008 S550. Im sure there are a few still around, just might have to compromise on your color/interior combination and packages.

RajwanyS550

yes. and like most S class buyers if u have a trade, then u r in deep S---.

Don Black

Thanks for the feedback folks. I talked again with my dealer today. And he offered me the following new deal off of a new car they have on the lot:

S550
Arctic White/Black Leather
P3 Package
AMG Sport Package
Distronic Plus Package
Wooden Leather Steering Wheel
iPod

$80,000 + tax/tags/title

What do you guys think? It sounds terrific. Or can I do even better?

RajwanyS550

R U Kiddin. thats heck of a deal. msrp is probably around 104 or 105. go for it bud.

nkole

Sounds like a smokin deal to me.

elnuk

Ok guys, I tried to get an 08 S550 with p3,amg kit,ipod,wood stearing for $78K. the closest i can get from the dealers around (md/Va/dc) here is $87K and these are not out the door prices. If anyone can pm me a contact or direct me to someone that can make that price happen please let me know. And by the way hi (first time posting,have been reading the forum since last year)

nkole

My local dealer here in San Jose still has 6 2008 S550's he's trying to move. I went in last week to pick up an extra set of floor mats (part of the deal) and he indicated he'd give the same deal to anyone interested. They just want to get rid of the left-over 2008's. I've checked the dealers website online inventory tool a few times over the last two weeks and they've only sold one S550 during that time. PM me if you'd like the contact details. At almost $10K less than the East Coast pricing your getting it would be well worth the shipping bill to buy West and ship East.

Neil

Don Black

Well, I got to the dealer too late today. Someone else grabbed the deal. Sigh. The hunt continues!

elnuk

Nkole, I sent u a pm

AMGNSX996TT

I'm trying to get a '08 S550 for $78,300 (msrp $98,300) which another dealer has on Craigslist. Testing the waters, but will surely buy if the dealer's seriously trying to get rid of them.

AMGNSX996TT

Pulled the trigger today for '08 S550 4Matic AMG pkg for $83K. Dealer loaded the car up to $115K which I did not care for. Got tired of haggling, but they seem to be willing to budge each time I said NO. I also realize that in 5 weeks the 08's will depreciate $20K. Oh well...

WingFlex

You paid $83k on a car with MSRP of $115k? wow.. that's $32k discount. A sign of tough times indeed. If you keep it for say 5 years, the $20k depreciation next year isn't too bad? I'll just think that I bought a used 08 S550 4matic except this one has almost zero miles.

Maybe it's a good time to buy a car from the USA...

Z356

Amgnsx996tt: Congratulations on your new purchase. I am just curious to know all of the specific options the dealer ordered on this '08 S550 4Matic which added up to an MSRP of $115K! Does it have a Designo package which I know adds quite a bit to the list price? Love to see photos of your car when you get a chance to post them. Personally, I love all of the options offered on the S and CL class and would have ended up ordering a 'loaded' car. That is one of the reasons I finally chose to buy a '07 CL600 since all available options (except for choice of wheels) are standard on the new (post '07) 600 models. Z356