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Old 11-20-2012, 09:09 AM
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Test Driving a 2006 CLS55: Things to look for?
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Hey guys,

I'm a former C32 owner. Loved the car, but looking to upgrade now. I came across this CLS55 locally and think I'm going to go test drive it. I'm not very familiar with the CLS class. Is there anything in particular I should look for when inspecting / test driving it?
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Look for shifting problems and air suspension.

If you want to save more money, you can buy mine for 28,500 with 90k on it though but has service done recently and lowering module, ECU/TCU tunes
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Originally Posted by djrabbi
Look for shifting problems and air suspension.

If you want to save more money, you can buy mine for 28,500 with 90k on it though but has service done recently and lowering module, ECU/TCU tunes
Is yours over 90k or just under?

Unfortunately I'd need it to be under 90k in order to secure financing through my credit union.
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Well you are in luck.....89,600 lol
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Well you are in luck.....89,600 lol
Haha, you'll have to stop driving it RIGHT NOW!

What part of NJ are you in?
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I am in NoVA since I just moved but from North NJ (Clifton). I will probably hit 90k after thanksgiving
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Putting new brakes on this weekend and getting alignment so I think my car would be out of the question unless you convince your CU to budge lol
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Putting new brakes on this weekend and getting alignment so I think my car would be out of the question unless you convince your CU to budge lol
Yeah probably. Thanks for the offer though!

How do you like yours? Why are you selling it?
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I love it but I dunno just not feeling it anymore? I want a coupe now. Maybe SL or M3
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Originally Posted by djrabbi
I love it but I dunno just not feeling it anymore? I want a coupe now. Maybe SL or M3
Handling wise, does it feel like a large car?

(is this a stupid question? )
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No handling is better than the my old E-class and suspension is a lot more firm. It doesn't feel like boat till you try to park lol
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