Which car is best? W210 E55 AMG or S55 AMG?
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Which car is best? W210 E55 AMG or S55 AMG?
I may be looking for another AMG.
One that is in superb condition.
I was hoping you guys can explain to me what vehicle is better, the E or S and why?
Thanks.
That'd be from the same year 2002.
One that is in superb condition.
I was hoping you guys can explain to me what vehicle is better, the E or S and why?
Thanks.
That'd be from the same year 2002.
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It depends on what you are looking for.
The E-class:
-Is easier to work on (conventional suspension and less electronics....)
-Shares many parts with non-AMG w210s -> cheaper to maintain.
-Less weight, so more fun.
-Obviously smaller in size.
-W210 is considered to be a modern classic, many prefer the way it looks.
The S-class:
- ABC suspension, It it's a double edged sword. It's gives you control over suspension and it's nice to have top-tier suspension technology, but when it goes-out it'll cost an arm and a leg.
- More comfortable.
- Spacious cabin & trunk.
- IMO the era of Mercedes futuristic/modern designs began with the W220 and the 211.
- Heavier, ABC will stop body roll but still a > 2 ton car is less fun to drive.
- I've driven a W140, 220, 221 and for me I think that it's a car to be driven by someone else, the fun is in riding as a passenger and enjoying all the stuff
Since both'd be 2002, the engine ( N/A ) & transmission are the same.
To conclude, I still prefer the 210!
The E-class:
-Is easier to work on (conventional suspension and less electronics....)
-Shares many parts with non-AMG w210s -> cheaper to maintain.
-Less weight, so more fun.
-Obviously smaller in size.
-W210 is considered to be a modern classic, many prefer the way it looks.
The S-class:
- ABC suspension, It it's a double edged sword. It's gives you control over suspension and it's nice to have top-tier suspension technology, but when it goes-out it'll cost an arm and a leg.
- More comfortable.
- Spacious cabin & trunk.
- IMO the era of Mercedes futuristic/modern designs began with the W220 and the 211.
- Heavier, ABC will stop body roll but still a > 2 ton car is less fun to drive.
- I've driven a W140, 220, 221 and for me I think that it's a car to be driven by someone else, the fun is in riding as a passenger and enjoying all the stuff
Since both'd be 2002, the engine ( N/A ) & transmission are the same.
To conclude, I still prefer the 210!
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I personally think the S-class of that vintage has aged better aesthetically than the E-class. However, I would not purchase the S-Class of that same year you cited (2002) primarily due to the fact that the S-Class comes with a considerably higher price tag on the used market in spite of the fact it has the same engine and drivetrain as the 2002 E55. Now if you step up to a 2003 S-Class, you are talking big difference in that the engine is now supercharged. Personally, I wouldn't want a heavier S-Class with the same engine as our E55s if I was spending my own money. Now, if someone gave me the keys to an S55 and said, "take it, it's yours.." I wouldn't hesitate! But if given the choice based on value per dollar/horsepower per dollar, I would stick with my E-class, since you're going to spend more on a comparable '02 S-Class. What you're really paying for is a few more doo-dads (of questionable value - the ABC in particular can be just as easily viewed as a negative than it could be viewed positively), and a bit more prestige as the S-Class is still viewed to be a bit more "elite" in my mind as opposed to the somewhat dated W210 fascia.
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Thanks Fellas.
There's a 2001 E55 for sale in canada here that has about 95,000 km. on it. That's less than 60K miles. It's supposed to be mint and babied.
The guy is asking $13,500 Canadian.
Is this too much?
Your opinions?
There's a 2001 E55 for sale in canada here that has about 95,000 km. on it. That's less than 60K miles. It's supposed to be mint and babied.
The guy is asking $13,500 Canadian.
Is this too much?
Your opinions?
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Question: Why do these cars rust out like Fiats from the 70's ?
I've read about it but you probably know better than I!
My 2000 is sitting in the garage in hibernation and every time I go into the garage I see another rust bubble.
That's like going to the club and thinking you're a Stud with major acne.
I hate it-I hate it-I hate it!
I've read about it but you probably know better than I!
My 2000 is sitting in the garage in hibernation and every time I go into the garage I see another rust bubble.
That's like going to the club and thinking you're a Stud with major acne.
I hate it-I hate it-I hate it!
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Question: Why do these cars rust out like Fiats from the 70's ?
I've read about it but you probably know better than I!
My 2000 is sitting in the garage in hibernation and every time I go into the garage I see another rust bubble.
That's like going to the club and thinking you're a Stud with major acne.
I hate it-I hate it-I hate it!
I've read about it but you probably know better than I!
My 2000 is sitting in the garage in hibernation and every time I go into the garage I see another rust bubble.
That's like going to the club and thinking you're a Stud with major acne.
I hate it-I hate it-I hate it!
