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Old 06-06-2008, 07:24 PM
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Have about 130k to spend...

Im moving down to San Antonio Texas for business and am thinking about getting another car to replace my beast. Its really hot here in the 100s today and i know she will suffer from heat soak. So my question is what would you guys get for 130k max. I need a four door sedan hp and tq dnt really matter to me. I just want a nice four door sedan that looks sick. Im prob going to put rims and tints and lower it when i get it but thats about it. Any inputs or suggestions?

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Get the S65 AMG, nice and roomy with every option. Outfit with SIC wheels, looks great lowered. HP and TQ there if you need it. Pick a used one up and keep 30 cabbage in your pants.
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Just moved from San Antonio to Daytona Beach. SA is a dry heat. Whatever you get go convertible version. Drove my Z3 nearly year round. Great country air down there, and beautiful driving through the hill country. You'll want to experience it without a roof.
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If hp and trq is not an issue, then newer style S class is the stuff.

Car tricked out is just incredible looking.

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If hp and trq is not an issue, then newer style S class is the stuff.

Car tricked out is just incredible looking.
+1 on the new body S
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I know it's not a 4 door, but I'd play with a Maserati GranTurismo S for a buck thirty.

http://maseratiamerica.com/car.aspx?SubSec=GranTurismo
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Originally Posted by Jakpro1
If hp and trq is not an issue, then newer style S class is the stuff.

Car tricked out is just incredible looking.

that is hot! The dish on the rear is
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130k huh... get a S-class for 100k and send the rest to me... lol
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S550 fully loaded with ABC, P3, Pano, Premium Leather, Distronic, Wood Steering Wheel. Also get tint.
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Seriously, take a look just add some Tint & Jordan's and call it a day!

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Bentl...spagenameZWDVW
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Seriously, take a look just add some Tint & Jordan's and call it a day!

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Bentl...spagenameZWDVW
Damn i had no idea the flying spur depreciated so much.
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The Spur is a slow turd. Navigation sucks, and the electronics are 20th century when compared to the S class. I would rather get an S600 in Designo trim.
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The Spur is a slow turd. Navigation sucks, and the electronics are 20th century when compared to the S class. I would rather get an S600 in Designo trim.
What kind of designo colors does the s600 come with?
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sounds like new S might be a perfect choice like others said.
a few little mods and it can make the car very good looking.

just remember you could save big bucks at that price range, the prices go all over the place from a slightly used S550 with sport package to S63 etc. it can easily mean 50k left in your pocket.

in the end it's your money, enjoy what you get
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Go for a used 2007 S65, cant do much better then that!
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Thumbs up Tricked out Designo CLS 6.3 !!!

A used Designo CLS 6.3 with a factory extended warranty will already been debugged and ready to go.

With the spare change you can trick/mod it out to your heart's content...

Your Mom will be envious... she might steal your ride one day and you'll have to drive her car!

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Originally Posted by Mr. AMG 20
Im moving down to San Antonio Texas for business and am thinking about getting another car to replace my beast. Its really hot here in the 100s today and i know she will suffer from heat soak. So my question is what would you guys get for 130k max. I need a four door sedan hp and tq dnt really matter to me. I just want a nice four door sedan that looks sick. Im prob going to put rims and tints and lower it when i get it but thats about it. Any inputs or suggestions?

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I would get a very low milage S63, a lot of them all over the country can be had cheap (relative) and not only do you save a lot of dough, you'll have a super classy, techno full, luxury cruiser.
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S65 ? keep it AMG...


BTW, I think Ive seen your car in the Chicagoland area...what do you do for a living if you dont mind me asking ? Thanks
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Definitely a new S550 filled with options. Beautiful, powerful, and extremely luxurious. Sounds like a perfect match for you.
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I would go for something different!
Audi S8!!!
imo, it's the best looking sedan and the most comfortable ride i've ever driven.
Fit and finish is just perfect. Bang&Olufsen Sound system A+++++++!!!
it also has decent power when u need it.. For its size and weight, it handles great with almost no sign of body roll..can't go wrong with V10 engine~


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