Help Me Decide!
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2018 S560, 2004 SL500, 2014 S550 (SOLD), 2012 S550 x2(SOLD), 2007 CL600 (SOLD), 2007 S600(SOLD)
Help Me Decide!
Currently driving my W222 S550. It is in phenomenal condition and almost exactly what I was looking for spec wise. However, it is a 2014 with 90k miles (never would guess that looking at and driving the car). I list all my vehicles for sale that I have at a number that if someone wanted to pay, I'd take it and move on. I did not think I would have so much interest but I do and now I'm in a conundrum. I love the car, but with the miles and age creeping up it scares me a bit. And with the money being waved in my face its hard to say no. Problem is I haven't even decided on a replacement yet. Should I take the money and run, buy a beater in the meantime until I find what I want, or keep her? Possible replacement would be another W222 or a C217.
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Currently driving my W222 S550. It is in phenomenal condition and almost exactly what I was looking for spec wise. However, it is a 2014 with 90k miles (never would guess that looking at and driving the car). I list all my vehicles for sale that I have at a number that if someone wanted to pay, I'd take it and move on. I did not think I would have so much interest but I do and now I'm in a conundrum. I love the car, but with the miles and age creeping up it scares me a bit. And with the money being waved in my face its hard to say no. Problem is I haven't even decided on a replacement yet. Should I take the money and run, buy a beater in the meantime until I find what I want, or keep her? Possible replacement would be another W222 or a C217.
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Whenever possible, I buy my replacement first, then sell. However, twice I've been forced into the market, as I've had cars totaled. So I know the feeling of waving goodbye to a car and having cash in my hand; I don't like it! The first time, when my W220 was totaled, I felt pressured to get a replacement, and I made a move too fast. I bought a W212 that I ended up liking but never loving. When the W212 was totaled two years later, I decided to take more time. Ultimately I found my current W222, which I've loved every day, but it took 3 months.
So, my vote is for you to find something you'll love first, then sell your 2014.
Hope that helps!
So, my vote is for you to find something you'll love first, then sell your 2014.
Hope that helps!
