Finally got my E55!
04-06-2008 | 02:58 AM
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W210 E55 AMG Estate 1999
Finally got my E55!
I posted several weeks ago that I was buying an E55, and now I've got my grubby mitts on it 
On the drive home I noticed some intermittent transmission/bearing whine that will need fixing, and I'll need another remote key fob - any suggestions appreciated?
The car is absolutely stunning, despite being nine years old - our family of six were big fans of E-class estates and now we've got the AMG version everybody's delighted! It drives so easily and smoothly - far better than many modern models.
I was reassured about the fuel consumption too. Did a 250-mile trip taking in Central London and a long motorway haul and it only took half a tank - wow!
Here's a pic, I'll be around more often now...
David
On the drive home I noticed some intermittent transmission/bearing whine that will need fixing, and I'll need another remote key fob - any suggestions appreciated?
The car is absolutely stunning, despite being nine years old - our family of six were big fans of E-class estates and now we've got the AMG version everybody's delighted! It drives so easily and smoothly - far better than many modern models.
I was reassured about the fuel consumption too. Did a 250-mile trip taking in Central London and a long motorway haul and it only took half a tank - wow!
Here's a pic, I'll be around more often now...
David
04-06-2008 | 04:28 PM
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W210 E55 AMG Estate 1999
Yes, a pretty rough area of Greater London, hence the security measures!
I'll be scouring the forum looking for answers to a number of queries I have about ICE upgrades, recommended tyres and maintenance tips.
In the meantime please feel free to contact me.
David
I'll be scouring the forum looking for answers to a number of queries I have about ICE upgrades, recommended tyres and maintenance tips.
In the meantime please feel free to contact me.
David
04-07-2008 | 11:38 AM
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'04 Silverado Z71 - sold all my Benzes and need another!
Congrats and welcome! If you're into modding becareful, it's very addicting, kinda like crack I would guess but without getting sick, lol...
04-07-2008 | 04:59 PM
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Thanks for all the welcomes. Just had a great run home to Scotland - all 700 miles of it and the car drove brilliantly. I found myself cackling every time I overtook something.
She might be no spring chicken but bot can she lift her skirt!
Found a few more problems including a very pressing one - the radio (Audio 10) won't switch off at all, but I'll post in the appropriate forum...
D
She might be no spring chicken but bot can she lift her skirt!
Found a few more problems including a very pressing one - the radio (Audio 10) won't switch off at all, but I'll post in the appropriate forum...
D
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04-07-2008 | 05:12 PM
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2015 E63s AMG, 2020 GLC 43 AMG
Nice. I have a 2000 black one. I don't recall a luggage rack on the roof of mine!! 
I don't know, I just thought those were for E-station wagons or something. Luggage rack on AMG??? Ever see a luggage rack on a Vet or a Ferrari?
Congrats! Just having some fun with you.
I don't know, I just thought those were for E-station wagons or something. Luggage rack on AMG??? Ever see a luggage rack on a Vet or a Ferrari? Congrats! Just having some fun with you.
