SL/R230: [Need Advice] 2007 sl550 or 2008/9s550
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2006 BMW X5(sorry), [looking to purchase] 2007 sl550 or 2009 s550
[Need Advice] 2007 sl550 or 2008/9s550
I'm looking to make my first independent car purchase with a budget of CAD $30,000 or below. I absolutely adore both of these cars however I'm having a tough time choosing between the two. I'm looking for advice on everything from what sort of maintenence costs I'll be looking at to common issues and failures as well as how much prestige either car still carries and of course; panty dropping appeal. I'm also open to suggestions to alternative vehicles at a similar price point. Any input whatsoever will be much appreciated.
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Difficult decision. Much like an airplane...what is your 'mission'?
Racing around top down cruising on a sunny day with only 2 seats? SL Model
All weather comfort that can haul 4 people in style, and fast? S Model
Panty-dropper...depends on the girl and her criteria (watch out for gold diggers). Both cars can help with that.
SL has more systems and moving parts that will need attention, so it will cost more to feed and maintain, but not by a lot. Budget $3K/year. S might be $2-2.5K/year.
What is most important is to go with what you love, and be happy with it every day.
Racing around top down cruising on a sunny day with only 2 seats? SL Model
All weather comfort that can haul 4 people in style, and fast? S Model
Panty-dropper...depends on the girl and her criteria (watch out for gold diggers). Both cars can help with that.
SL has more systems and moving parts that will need attention, so it will cost more to feed and maintain, but not by a lot. Budget $3K/year. S might be $2-2.5K/year.
What is most important is to go with what you love, and be happy with it every day.
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I take it your $30,000 budget is purchase price only. What's your cost-of-ownership budget? Buying an S- or SL-class with a "budget" is a bad move. It's not like buying a Honda or a Toyota, which is what I would recommend for someone with limited financial resources.
Buy a new or nearly-new car with that money, then work your way up to your dream car.
Buy a new or nearly-new car with that money, then work your way up to your dream car.
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very wise response.
I take it your $30,000 budget is purchase price only. What's your cost-of-ownership budget? Buying an S- or SL-class with a "budget" is a bad move. It's not like buying a Honda or a Toyota, which is what I would recommend for someone with limited financial resources.
Buy a new or nearly-new car with that money, then work your way up to your dream car.
Buy a new or nearly-new car with that money, then work your way up to your dream car.
