i think it's easy to own a corolla/sentra/civic, but not an e55/m5/rs6. you certainly have to work for one to get one. i agree, if they were that easy to afford, everyone would be driving them.
not everyone can shell out 90K for a car, and of plenty people that can, a lot of them don't really care to. i know of number of filthy rich people who could care less about spending more than 40K on a car, b/c it means nothing more to them than the means of transportation.
in fact, i think i'm the only person in my class who loves cars and would be willing to spend that much in the future. everyone else thinks i'm crazy for wanting to spend so much for what seems to them "just a car".
i think it also has to do with the mentality and values of people.
oh well...

I'm 21, but I don't own an E55 yet...I've been watching my investments closely but I don't have enough to spend while still being able to buy a house. Considering that I'm in law school, hopefully the opportunity will open to me in a few years after a little more hard work...

That or maybe I'll just have to get the E63...whatever I like more.

You're welcome... LOL
I'm just joking of course. I'm 1yr ahead of you and enjoying it.
Where are your '06 E55 car pix btw...didn't you know the initiation into the forum involves showing off your ride? Unless of course you don't have one and is just posing haha.

I'm 47. Am I too old to own a Beast? I just got it a couple months ago - I didn't even get my first car until I was 26 ('74 Duster with 104K miles I bought for a buck from my brother-in-law). Good job for all you younger guys who have done well enough to put yourself in one of these awesome rides. It was well worth the wait for me, and I am having a blast! My wife thinks I act like an adolescent when I am driving the E55 (doesn't understand why I have to make her head snap back on each and every take-off!), nor does she understand the whole mod craze, especially the needs for MORE power and a louder exhaust! So, 47 going on 20 when I'm riding the E. Wife thinks I'm nuts - but she drives a Silverado and rides horses - so we're coming from waaay different perspectives on preferred modes of transporation!

Just had it detailed for the second time in a week
I will try to get some pics up tomorrow.

Add one more to the 18yr old club. As that my age usually results in criticism and disregard for my credibility (as I am sure you can relate Matt), I have been hesitant to speak of it on this board. I am glad to see, however, that I am not alone. And further, I am even happier to see that you guys are as accepting as you are. I also do not do drugs, drink, or neglect responsibility and have the whole-hearted trust of my parents. My family is also very interested in cars as well as our peers, so given this fact, it is really no surprise that we make the investments that we do. I say "we" because, regardless of the doubt that I face when discussing such matters, I too am very involved in business matters of my own. While I take no credit in buying my car or anything for that matter, I am learning very much about real estate and I am pursuing other smaller entrepreneurial endeavours. I think this is important because as some priviledged young people (and I can most definitely name a few) are so inclined to live off of their parents for the most part of their lives, I do not believe in this. And whereas I find stories of rags to riches most respectable, I feel it necessary to use my disposition to my own advantage, and get a head start on life. I would just like to add to the discussion by saying that yes, I also recieve lots of "flack" for what i have, but I appreciate it more than anybody. As many of you can acknowledge, I am an active member of the board and I strive to learn as much about my car as I can - simply because of how much I love and appreciate it (and come on...who couldn't!). Anyway, it was a bold and honorable move by Matt to blatantly come out and say what he did and I regret not doing so myself.

Oh, to be 19 again, when we liked having more power in the trunk (sub woofers) than under the hood..LOL.
My 18 year old son would have offered the same justification (and so would I, for that matter, when I was 18)

dirty 30! :v

this guy sounds jus like me? A few minor differences here and there, main one being that I don’t own a AMG lol, and I bought my ride myself (no flaming intended) and I’m nearly 21 (been moddin benz since 16), But anyway you sound like u deserve it man...

and this guy, wow

My name is Jai Motwani. I live in fort lauderdale, florida. Age 29. I have 2005 e55 amg. Only mods are 20" lowenhart LD5.

Awesome.

I frequently think of maturity in terms of age. But it seems some of you here have a firm grasp on maturity.

Hey, IF you can really appreciate the car and what your mom or dad has done for you, I think you're good to go.

So props to you guys, because I wouldn't know what 469 horsepower would feel like until a much later age. :p

Have I already called you out on living in Houston?

I live in Sugar Land actually.

57 and no mods. I suppose that is typical of old people. I went through the mod phase in a previous life, 57 Chev, 66 Chevelle SS (425 HP 427CI), 67 Olds 442, 69 Porsche 911, etc. Actually, I like my car the way it is. It is just like new, everytime I get in it.

I bought it brand new 8 months ago. I was 26 a the time and live in Bakersfield, CA. i'm very fortunate to have a big part in the local mortgage scene.

23 now, purchased when i was 22.



Kicked outta college at 19, first job was at 250/wk. Hit some lucky breaks and worked my *** off to get where i am now. long way to go still.


funny thing is when i went into the dealer i knew my sales guy and we were cool, but nobody else would look at me. after i signed the papers it was Mr. S this an Mr. S that. It was too late, they had already lost my respect

26 years old currently own a 2000 E55.
Past vehicles include:
1994 Mazda RX-7 Heavily Modified
2000 Ford F-150 Lariat on 20's
2001 Lexus IS300
2001 Nissan Maxima 20th Anniversary Edition
2004 Nissan 350Z Modified

I'm 26 and just bought a brand new 2006 E55. I traded in my CLS 500 which I bought in January.

My previous MB cars are an SLK32 and an SLK 320.

Sorry about the pics, the weather in Dallas isn't so good for taking pictures so I had to take them inside the garage.

Welcome aboard...where are you located in Dallas? I think it's about time for a DFW E55 event day, what do you think?

I live in Rockwall just east of Dallas. I'm game for an event day.

31 and loving this car. Sold my my Porsche 911 and my Hummer h2 to buy it. Glad the H2 is gone with gas prices the way they are going

What make/model wheels are those? Also, what size tires front and rear?

Looks great.

Cheers,

Darren

Ditto, your wheels and tires kick a--.

BTW if you all ever do get together in Dallas put out the word on the forum so some of us in the area will be able to plan a road trip to big D. I'm hungry for some different quisine. Looks like New Orleans will be out of commission for a few mos.

Rob,

Absolutely. I didn't realize you were just east of us on I-20. I'll work on some dates and locations and post something on here.

Maybe a road trip to Hot Springs, AR and we could meet up with you and other Louisianan's (sp?) in Longview/Tyler area. Just an initial thought.

Cheers,

Darren