VW GTI upgrade
08-06-2023, 12:35 AM
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VW GTI upgrade
Hello,
I am planning to upgrade to an E53 AMG. I FOUND A CPO 2020 low mileage (28k) for around $56k. I think this is a reasonable price. I’ve only driven Lexi before and have always enjoyed the reliability and comfy ride. I got a GTI because I drove for a few miles and realized what I was missing. Of late the ride seems harsh and cabin noise is quite noticeable(after upgrading my spouses RX to the newer model). I’ve never owned a MB before. Are there any issues I should look out for on a 2020 E53? I live in a small town with no MB dealerships. My concern is a breakdown when I commute to bigger cities ( do around 300 miles each weekend). I hear horror stories on forums (non-MB) but I really liked the way the car drove. Wanting to take the plunge..
I am planning to upgrade to an E53 AMG. I FOUND A CPO 2020 low mileage (28k) for around $56k. I think this is a reasonable price. I’ve only driven Lexi before and have always enjoyed the reliability and comfy ride. I got a GTI because I drove for a few miles and realized what I was missing. Of late the ride seems harsh and cabin noise is quite noticeable(after upgrading my spouses RX to the newer model). I’ve never owned a MB before. Are there any issues I should look out for on a 2020 E53? I live in a small town with no MB dealerships. My concern is a breakdown when I commute to bigger cities ( do around 300 miles each weekend). I hear horror stories on forums (non-MB) but I really liked the way the car drove. Wanting to take the plunge..
08-06-2023, 10:31 AM
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MB and Lexus are at opposite ends of the reliability spectrum. You know what Lexus is like, reliability-wise. MB a different kettle of fish as it relates to reliability.
Beware the 48V system on the E53. Read lots about it - best section of the site for this is the V167/X167 GLE/GLS area, where lots of travails and frustration have been reported. Caveat emptor.
Beware the 48V system on the E53. Read lots about it - best section of the site for this is the V167/X167 GLE/GLS area, where lots of travails and frustration have been reported. Caveat emptor.
08-07-2023, 10:23 AM
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No local dealer? If it needs service (and it will) how will you manage that? What if it needs to stay at the dealer for a while? I had a bad motor mount. It was in the shop for a month.
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