Picking up my S65 next week!
12-23-2005, 06:52 PM
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2006 S65 AMG, 2002 Viper RT/10, 1986 BMW 325es
Picking up my S65 next week!
Actually got to test drive my car today, but can't officially take delivery until next week. Flint grey, partronic, keyless go, sirius, phone. Can't wait!! 
12-23-2005, 09:45 PM
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2006 S65 AMG, 2002 Viper RT/10, 1986 BMW 325es
Originally Posted by ClayJ
Yee Haw! I want to hear all about it.
I'm trading up from a 2004 Caddy CTS-V, which I absolutely loved, but the Benz just has a level of refinement that blows me away. Didn't really test out the power, i'll try to break it in properly, but from what I could tell, it's a beast. 
12-24-2005, 12:58 AM
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That's a HUGE trade up... What I don't understand is why not wait for the new body style in 2006? Your car is going to look severely dated in 8 months.
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12-24-2005, 10:46 AM
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Originally Posted by IanSL55
That's a HUGE trade up... What I don't understand is why not wait for the new body style in 2006? Your car is going to look severely dated in 8 months.
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12-24-2005, 05:40 PM
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Originally Posted by GTS21
It's interesting you mention that. When I was at the dealer drooling over my car, there was an 07 S550 on the lot. Took a good look at it, and honestly, didn't love it. Don't get me wrong, still a beautiful car, but not quite as impressive looking. A little too curvy for me. Very Mayback-esque. I like the straight lines of the 06 more. Also, the AMG version of the restyled S class won't be around for a while, and I only have a 27 month lease, so if I want to upgrade at the end of the lease, the timing should be good.
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12-27-2005, 07:06 AM
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Nice! so you will have a new car just before the new year. it's going to be a good start of the year for you. please post pics when you get the car!
so you will have a new car just before the new year. it's going to be a good start of the year for you. please post pics when you get the car!
12-28-2005, 10:36 AM
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2006 S65 AMG, 2002 Viper RT/10, 1986 BMW 325es
Originally Posted by SL65AMG V12
Lucky you! Ohh the POWEEERRRR!!!
Be sure to post some pics up.
BTW: New S65AMG just released..
Be sure to post some pics up.
BTW: New S65AMG just released..
12-30-2005, 11:12 PM
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Originally Posted by GTS21
.......there was an 07 S550 on the lot. Took a good look at it, and honestly, didn't love it. ....... I like the straight lines of the 06 more.
12-31-2005, 03:39 PM
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Just got home from delivery. Between the paperwork, getting the phone activated (V710), getting some instruction from the salesman, etc..., I was there for over 3 hours!! Sad to leave my CTS-V behind. I'll post some initial impressions later tonight.
01-01-2006, 12:19 PM
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Here are some first impressions. I've only driven the car about 60 miles so far, but here goes...
COMFORT-- This car is so much more comfortable than my CTS-V. Much smoother ride, and a lot less cabin noise. Seats are very soft, and not too bolstered for my tastes. Not a cramped feeling at all (surprising since I'm a big (heavy) guy). Tried the dynamic mode, coulnd't really feel anything, but absolutely love the pulse mode. Still trying to find a perfect seat position, which may take a while becuase there are like a gazillion combinations. Arm rest is perfectly positioned for relaxing the right arm while driving. Have to get used to not shifting, which is a little strange. If I have to shift, I'll drive my Viper.
POWER -- Hard to tell at this point, since I'm trying to break it in properly per the owners manual. I'm in "C" mode, and keeping the RPMs and speed variable. Still feels fast, just based on the amount of throttle I'm giving it, but nowhere near the sensation of speed/acceleration that I felt in my CTS-V or my Viper. Probably faster than both, but in a more civilized way.
RIDE -- A noticeable change from the Cadillac, much smoother and absorbs bumps better. A little steering wheel shimmy at certain speeds, but may have been due to tire pressure being WAY off. Feels like a bigger car than the Caddy, a little less composed on the corners, but haven't really tested it too much b/c of break in.
Things I love--the power folding mirrors are too cool. The trunk opener/closer. The pulse seats. The new car smell. The color (Flint Grey -- not too exciting on a cloudy day, but beautiful and very metallic in the sunlight). The wheels.
Things that I don't necessarily love -- navigation seemed a little better in the Cadillac. Already a little stone chip on the drivers side rear door (ugh). Dealer tells me I can't play DVDs even while in park?
Overall--I'm loving this car.
COMFORT-- This car is so much more comfortable than my CTS-V. Much smoother ride, and a lot less cabin noise. Seats are very soft, and not too bolstered for my tastes. Not a cramped feeling at all (surprising since I'm a big (heavy) guy). Tried the dynamic mode, coulnd't really feel anything, but absolutely love the pulse mode. Still trying to find a perfect seat position, which may take a while becuase there are like a gazillion combinations. Arm rest is perfectly positioned for relaxing the right arm while driving. Have to get used to not shifting, which is a little strange. If I have to shift, I'll drive my Viper.
POWER -- Hard to tell at this point, since I'm trying to break it in properly per the owners manual. I'm in "C" mode, and keeping the RPMs and speed variable. Still feels fast, just based on the amount of throttle I'm giving it, but nowhere near the sensation of speed/acceleration that I felt in my CTS-V or my Viper. Probably faster than both, but in a more civilized way.
RIDE -- A noticeable change from the Cadillac, much smoother and absorbs bumps better. A little steering wheel shimmy at certain speeds, but may have been due to tire pressure being WAY off. Feels like a bigger car than the Caddy, a little less composed on the corners, but haven't really tested it too much b/c of break in.
Things I love--the power folding mirrors are too cool. The trunk opener/closer. The pulse seats. The new car smell. The color (Flint Grey -- not too exciting on a cloudy day, but beautiful and very metallic in the sunlight). The wheels.
Things that I don't necessarily love -- navigation seemed a little better in the Cadillac. Already a little stone chip on the drivers side rear door (ugh). Dealer tells me I can't play DVDs even while in park?
Overall--I'm loving this car.
01-02-2006, 04:50 AM
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Originally Posted by GTS21
Here are some first impressions. I've only driven the car about 60 miles so far, but here goes...
COMFORT-- This car is so much more comfortable than my CTS-V. Much smoother ride, and a lot less cabin noise. Seats are very soft, and not too bolstered for my tastes. Not a cramped feeling at all (surprising since I'm a big (heavy) guy). Tried the dynamic mode, coulnd't really feel anything, but absolutely love the pulse mode. Still trying to find a perfect seat position, which may take a while becuase there are like a gazillion combinations. Arm rest is perfectly positioned for relaxing the right arm while driving. Have to get used to not shifting, which is a little strange. If I have to shift, I'll drive my Viper.
POWER -- Hard to tell at this point, since I'm trying to break it in properly per the owners manual. I'm in "C" mode, and keeping the RPMs and speed variable. Still feels fast, just based on the amount of throttle I'm giving it, but nowhere near the sensation of speed/acceleration that I felt in my CTS-V or my Viper. Probably faster than both, but in a more civilized way.
RIDE -- A noticeable change from the Cadillac, much smoother and absorbs bumps better. A little steering wheel shimmy at certain speeds, but may have been due to tire pressure being WAY off. Feels like a bigger car than the Caddy, a little less composed on the corners, but haven't really tested it too much b/c of break in.
Things I love--the power folding mirrors are too cool. The trunk opener/closer. The pulse seats. The new car smell. The color (Flint Grey -- not too exciting on a cloudy day, but beautiful and very metallic in the sunlight). The wheels.
Things that I don't necessarily love -- navigation seemed a little better in the Cadillac. Already a little stone chip on the drivers side rear door (ugh). Dealer tells me I can't play DVDs even while in park?
Overall--I'm loving this car.
COMFORT-- This car is so much more comfortable than my CTS-V. Much smoother ride, and a lot less cabin noise. Seats are very soft, and not too bolstered for my tastes. Not a cramped feeling at all (surprising since I'm a big (heavy) guy). Tried the dynamic mode, coulnd't really feel anything, but absolutely love the pulse mode. Still trying to find a perfect seat position, which may take a while becuase there are like a gazillion combinations. Arm rest is perfectly positioned for relaxing the right arm while driving. Have to get used to not shifting, which is a little strange. If I have to shift, I'll drive my Viper.
POWER -- Hard to tell at this point, since I'm trying to break it in properly per the owners manual. I'm in "C" mode, and keeping the RPMs and speed variable. Still feels fast, just based on the amount of throttle I'm giving it, but nowhere near the sensation of speed/acceleration that I felt in my CTS-V or my Viper. Probably faster than both, but in a more civilized way.
RIDE -- A noticeable change from the Cadillac, much smoother and absorbs bumps better. A little steering wheel shimmy at certain speeds, but may have been due to tire pressure being WAY off. Feels like a bigger car than the Caddy, a little less composed on the corners, but haven't really tested it too much b/c of break in.
Things I love--the power folding mirrors are too cool. The trunk opener/closer. The pulse seats. The new car smell. The color (Flint Grey -- not too exciting on a cloudy day, but beautiful and very metallic in the sunlight). The wheels.
Things that I don't necessarily love -- navigation seemed a little better in the Cadillac. Already a little stone chip on the drivers side rear door (ugh). Dealer tells me I can't play DVDs even while in park?
Overall--I'm loving this car.
01-02-2006, 11:47 AM
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01-09-2006, 10:25 AM
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I'll get some pics up shortly. I was a little hesitant about the color (Flint Grey) at first, because it is a little dull with overcast skies/rain. But it really perks up in the sunlight. Very metallic.
