twentysix

Hello,

I've owned a SLK 55 for about 4 yrs now, love the car but its too small and ride is little stiff. I guess I'm getting older (27 yrs) lol. Anyways, I'm having a hard time deciding which car to get. I test drove the E63 for about 5 minutes, it's faster and much more comfortable than the slk55. I will be test driving the 07 S550 tomorrow. I have a feeling that it just going to be a nice comfy ride with nice interior, not really fun to drive.

My question would be, in the long run (lets say 5 years) which one would have more problems and which is cheaper to maintain?

Also depreciation, I'm assuming the AMG would hold value better.

Would all the comfort, and luxury of the S class would make you want to choose it over the fun and power of the E63?

Quadcammer

two completely different cars.

They will both depreciate like nobodies business though.

You need to decide if you want a sporty sedan or a huge comfortable sedan. I prefer the big comfortable car for the week, and the more pure weekend car.

TheVazha

Yeah two different worlds apart. I'd go with an S class. That thing is timeless and gets respect worldwide.

Yacht Master

If you live in the snow belt, the 4matic
If you live in the sun belt AMG

Maint costs will be about the same, with one exception rear tires on the AMG will only last 6-9k mi.

ssonss1

E63, best of both worlds luxury and performance

BRIZZOK84

If you have to drive in the snow and not all that into performance get the 4matic.

Pushing_Tin

That's how I feel about mine!

Klinh

Are you plan to sell/trade the Slk55? I'm looking for one. Drop me an e-mail.

Strigoi

E63 for sure.

I haven't driven either of them, so my opinion isn't worth much.

_AMG_

Both are great cars.
If you want power + comfort, you cant go wrong with the E63.
The S550 is just pure luxury.

PACougar

One more thing, even though the 550 is no AMG it's also no slouch. So it's not like your getting a 4 banger vs a V8.

hbr

Come on dude.......you're 27 and posted in the AMG thread. Stop denying the inevitable LOL

RedBullJnky

^^^^What he said.

gregh

Oh, the E63 for sure...

Max.H

Great choices. Have you driven or sat inside an S550 yet? if not, try it... I think you'll have an answer. Good luck!

E class AMG or not < S class

CharlyE500

+1 depends where you live/road condition. S550 is pretty fast and safer car.

jayhawkblk

I would say the S550. That is a heck of a car. faster than you think. No not an E63 fast but it gets out and runs.

Freshly

Depends on the condition of the two cars. I would go by millage and overall condition of the car. Beyond that I would get the E63. I am 23 with an E500 and it is perfect young person car. The S-class is always going to be there for me when im 40 and have kids. The E is the perfect size, huge trunk, plenty of room for a full car but still is small enough to be sporty. As far as maintenance is concerned the AMG will be a bit more expensive when the warranty runs out. But again it depends on the previous owner and how they drove both the cars. If I were you I would go with the E63. Wait till your an old man to get the S class

Cylinder Head

iTrader: (1)

You're 27, get the E. The S is very large, and very much an older man's car. If you have to drive it in the snow, get snow tires. Problem solved.

Max.H

Ohh, 27? Then get the 63. My response was based purely on the title of this thread.

SLVRE55

I'd go with the e63. I know it's not the same thing, but I had an 08 cts4 (awd) which was more practical for where I live and had decent power. Then I sold it for the e55 strictly to get the power. So I'm kind of biased towards power. But test drive the s class and see if you like what is offers, never drove one but it seems like ppl are saying it's got decent power, and make ur decision from there.

PACougar

I've driven one, and ya they've got great power. I love my AMG, but that 550 motor is still fantastic.

desired_speeds

I've driven both and they're completely different. The s550 is so smooth to the point where you don't really feel the power delivery. It's a thrill to drive, but I'd rather be chauffeured in it. If I had to choose one to drive myself, it would be the E63.

Jimshorts

^ this

regor60

Between the two you have to go with the E55, for sure