Need New Daily Driver
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Need New Daily Driver
............My G55 up until now was my daily driver. I have modified it to the point that the thing is just too beastly to be driven daily. I never thought I would say this. I plan now to reserve it as my weekend warrior until my E55 twin turbo project is completed.
...........I need a new daily driver in $40K to $50K range. Mileage and warranty are both completely unimportant to me. I already have an AMGV8K in the G55 so unfortunately a post 03 E55 is not an option. My options are below. Help me decide. Thanks.
1. Grand Cherokee SRT8.
2. 2003 CL600
4. 2003 CL55
5. 2003-2005 Range Rover
6. 2001-2002 CLK55 with a Kleemann s/c
7. 2004 Porsche Cayenne Turbo
.........I know these are vastly different cars, but which one would rather drive everyday?
Ted
...........I need a new daily driver in $40K to $50K range. Mileage and warranty are both completely unimportant to me. I already have an AMGV8K in the G55 so unfortunately a post 03 E55 is not an option. My options are below. Help me decide. Thanks.
1. Grand Cherokee SRT8.
2. 2003 CL600
4. 2003 CL55
5. 2003-2005 Range Rover
6. 2001-2002 CLK55 with a Kleemann s/c
7. 2004 Porsche Cayenne Turbo
.........I know these are vastly different cars, but which one would rather drive everyday?
Ted
Last edited by Ted Baldwin; Feb 18, 2007 at 12:00 PM.
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............My G55 up until now was my daily driver. I have modified it to the point that the thing is just too beastly to be driven daily. I never thought I would say this. I plan now to reserve it as my weekend warrior until my E55 twin turbo project is completed.
...........I need a new daily driver in $40K to $50K range. Mileage and warranty are both completely unimportant to me. I already have an AMGV8K in the G55 so unfortunately a post 03 E55 is not an option. My options are below. Help me decide. Thanks.
1. Grand Cherokee SRT8.
2. 2003 CL600
4. 2003 CL55
5. 2003-2005 Range Rover
6. 2001-2002 CLK55 with a Kleemann s/c
7. 2004 Porsche Cayenne Turbo
.........I know these are vastly different cars, but which one would rather drive everyday?
Ted
...........I need a new daily driver in $40K to $50K range. Mileage and warranty are both completely unimportant to me. I already have an AMGV8K in the G55 so unfortunately a post 03 E55 is not an option. My options are below. Help me decide. Thanks.
1. Grand Cherokee SRT8.
2. 2003 CL600
4. 2003 CL55
5. 2003-2005 Range Rover
6. 2001-2002 CLK55 with a Kleemann s/c
7. 2004 Porsche Cayenne Turbo
.........I know these are vastly different cars, but which one would rather drive everyday?
Ted
im sayin the cl600, because you have a fast SUV, which knocks the cayenne and srt8 out, and you have a mercedes v8, so why not go with a cl600
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Handling in the Jeep SRT8 is very poor, but it's very fast when you want to go in a straight line.
I'd say get the Porsche Cayenne Turbo. It's fast and it probably has better handling on the slalom than all the other listed cars. Plus, you have the option to do a little exhaust and ECU tuning to increase HP from the turbo.
I'd say get the Porsche Cayenne Turbo. It's fast and it probably has better handling on the slalom than all the other listed cars. Plus, you have the option to do a little exhaust and ECU tuning to increase HP from the turbo.
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Get the 05 Range for 50ish...I really like SUV's and being that you already have speed in everything else, a nice daily driver that is very luxurious and makes a statement is what I'd be looking for in your position..as long as you dont pick thee SRT8, you're in good hands 
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............My G55 up until now was my daily driver. I have modified it to the point that the thing is just too beastly to be driven daily. I never thought I would say this. I plan now to reserve it as my weekend warrior until my E55 twin turbo project is completed.
...........I need a new daily driver in $40K to $50K range. Mileage and warranty are both completely unimportant to me. I already have an AMGV8K in the G55 so unfortunately a post 03 E55 is not an option. My options are below. Help me decide. Thanks.
1. Grand Cherokee SRT8.
2. 2003 CL600
4. 2003 CL55
5. 2003-2005 Range Rover
6. 2001-2002 CLK55 with a Kleemann s/c
7. 2004 Porsche Cayenne Turbo
.........I know these are vastly different cars, but which one would rather drive everyday?
Ted
...........I need a new daily driver in $40K to $50K range. Mileage and warranty are both completely unimportant to me. I already have an AMGV8K in the G55 so unfortunately a post 03 E55 is not an option. My options are below. Help me decide. Thanks.
1. Grand Cherokee SRT8.
2. 2003 CL600
4. 2003 CL55
5. 2003-2005 Range Rover
6. 2001-2002 CLK55 with a Kleemann s/c
7. 2004 Porsche Cayenne Turbo
.........I know these are vastly different cars, but which one would rather drive everyday?
Ted
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Ted, a little more information would be helpful. What are your priorities when it comes to this "daily driver?" Is it.... interior space, luxury, all weather driving capabilities, modification potential, good resale value, wow factor? I assume speed is important because all the listed rides are fast (Range Rover, not included).
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Ted, a little more information would be helpful. What are your priorities when it comes to this "daily driver?" Is it.... interior space, luxury, all weather driving capabilities, modification potential, good resale value, wow factor? I assume speed is important because all the listed rides are fast (Range Rover, not included).
..........Rock, you are right. My apparent indecision is because my priorities are already being met by the E55 and the G55. I mostly want a car that is a pleasure to drive everyday. I am aware that this is too vague, but that is it essentially.
Ted
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cayenne turbo,
i think you have plenty MBs need something different,
if you get any of the MBs listed you know you'll modify them big time ;p and you'll be looking for another daily driver soon
you could go stock with the cayenne imo and still have fun plus it handles a lot better than the other SUVs listed
gl
i think you have plenty MBs need something different,
if you get any of the MBs listed you know you'll modify them big time ;p and you'll be looking for another daily driver soon
you could go stock with the cayenne imo and still have fun plus it handles a lot better than the other SUVs listed
gl
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Although i like the Range so much, i'll say Cayenne Turbo.
It's a whole different SUV. Fast, elegant, handles superb and you got all the luxury you need.
And the most important, Germans are always more reliable than the British
It's a whole different SUV. Fast, elegant, handles superb and you got all the luxury you need.
And the most important, Germans are always more reliable than the British
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Why not a BMW X5? I think BMW has the best warranty, plus it has the 50,000 mile full maintenance. I remember if i thought something was wrong with my X5 i'd break it on purpose and bring it to the dealer to get new parts 
The X5 4.8 looks amazing and it has the power. Why not go with both power and luxury!
The X5 4.8 looks amazing and it has the power. Why not go with both power and luxury!
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.........looks like the Cl600 is winning.
..........Rock, you are right. My apparent indecision is because my priorities are already being met by the E55 and the G55. I mostly want a car that is a pleasure to drive everyday. I am aware that this is too vague, but that is it essentially.
Ted
..........Rock, you are right. My apparent indecision is because my priorities are already being met by the E55 and the G55. I mostly want a car that is a pleasure to drive everyday. I am aware that this is too vague, but that is it essentially.
Ted
1. Grand Cherokee SRT8- A hot-rod SUV right out of the box. A great tool to embarrass most foreign sport cars in a short stoplight race.
Not much panache here but you already have plenty of that in your garage. 2. 2003 CL600- great, great car but do you really need another Mercedes? Be adventurous.......branch out. Remember, don't be a homer.
3. 2003 CL55- See above!!
4. 2003-2005 Range Rover- Are you kidding? It may be the best looking SUV on the road but hardly a pleasure to drive for an enthusiast.
5. 2001-2002 CLK55 with a Kleemann s/c- Great body style, fun to drive but it's a Mer..........!!!
6. 2004 Porsche Cayenne Turbo- SRT performance attributes but....... this ride has style and class!! This is the winner!!!
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............My G55 up until now was my daily driver. I have modified it to the point that the thing is just too beastly to be driven daily. I never thought I would say this. I plan now to reserve it as my weekend warrior until my E55 twin turbo project is completed.
...........I need a new daily driver in $40K to $50K range. Mileage and warranty are both completely unimportant to me. I already have an AMGV8K in the G55 so unfortunately a post 03 E55 is not an option. My options are below. Help me decide. Thanks.
1. Grand Cherokee SRT8.
2. 2003 CL600
4. 2003 CL55
5. 2003-2005 Range Rover
6. 2001-2002 CLK55 with a Kleemann s/c
7. 2004 Porsche Cayenne Turbo
.........I know these are vastly different cars, but which one would rather drive everyday?
Ted
...........I need a new daily driver in $40K to $50K range. Mileage and warranty are both completely unimportant to me. I already have an AMGV8K in the G55 so unfortunately a post 03 E55 is not an option. My options are below. Help me decide. Thanks.
1. Grand Cherokee SRT8.
2. 2003 CL600
4. 2003 CL55
5. 2003-2005 Range Rover
6. 2001-2002 CLK55 with a Kleemann s/c
7. 2004 Porsche Cayenne Turbo
.........I know these are vastly different cars, but which one would rather drive everyday?
Ted
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You have the killer 4X4 $UV now, can you find a turbo Cayenne @ $40-$50k?
The CL's are nice but are big cars, between your E55 & G55 you should have enough room.
The range thing and jeep, well owned the range thing for a day, and I rented a jeep cherokee once...
And the winner is
6. 2001-2002 CLK55 with a Kleemann s/c {then make it look like CLKGTR}.
You have the killer 4X4 $UV now, can you find a turbo Cayenne @ $40-$50k?
The CL's are nice but are big cars, between your E55 & G55 you should have enough room.
The range thing and jeep, well owned the range thing for a day, and I rented a jeep cherokee once...
And the winner is
6. 2001-2002 CLK55 with a Kleemann s/c {then make it look like CLKGTR}.
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How about a C55, like this one:
http://www.kleemann.dk/site/Main/carsforsale/C55k
I know the owner of the car and can get you a better price than listed....
http://www.kleemann.dk/site/Main/carsforsale/C55k
I know the owner of the car and can get you a better price than listed....
