So, I wanted to feel like an old man......

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Old Nov 11, 2012 | 02:05 PM
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So, I wanted to feel like an old man......

so traded in the M3 for this.....








It's a 2010 E350 4Matic with 16K miles. Black on black, sport package, P2
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Old Nov 11, 2012 | 02:09 PM
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I don't see an AMG badge on it?

jk, nice pick up man.
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Old Nov 11, 2012 | 02:13 PM
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Very nice. Glad we don't have to have those labels in the interior up here. Do they come off without leaving marks?
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Old Nov 11, 2012 | 03:19 PM
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Just on the visors but I don't know if they can come off easily.

Nice car, congrats!
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Old Nov 11, 2012 | 04:11 PM
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So how you like it Gramps?
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Old Nov 11, 2012 | 08:56 PM
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I do not support this decision
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Old Nov 11, 2012 | 09:18 PM
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The car rides real nice. Definately will take some time to get used to the power difference.
I think the thing that is taking the most to get used to is how big it feels. I don't have good judgement with the size of the car and I Definately can not make power moves. You definitely feel the heft of the car, but it feels like a tank.
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Old Nov 11, 2012 | 11:45 PM
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Congrats!

Definitely not my style...but if you're digging it than its awesome!
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Old Nov 12, 2012 | 03:47 AM
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Old Nov 12, 2012 | 04:23 AM
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I actually really like the new/current E-Class. Then again my friends make fun of me for having an old person's taste in cars... heh.
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Old Nov 12, 2012 | 05:10 AM
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Congrats,nice car,love the new Benz line up but my mine would need an AMG badge on it.
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Old Nov 12, 2012 | 07:25 AM
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haha. Maybe you should have gotten the sport package

My wife has one and she was barely 30 when we got it. Little bit of window tint and some accessories... and you'll be good to go.

There's also an E-class/Mercedes thread on here as there are a few other owners... https://acurazine.com/forums/car-talk-5/official-mercedes-benz-discussion-thread-838696/

Ours has been bullet-proof so far. Enjoy it!
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Old Nov 12, 2012 | 08:47 AM
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Nice Merc, looks great. Sad to see the M go though.
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Old Nov 12, 2012 | 08:56 AM
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Originally Posted by charliemike
Just on the visors but I don't know if they can come off easily.

Nice car, congrats!
We don't have them on the visors either. That is a very nice car none the less.
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Old Nov 12, 2012 | 11:36 AM
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Seriously, nice pickup. Enjoy! That's a huge change from an M3 for sure, and probably better gas mileage and winter use as well.
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Old Nov 12, 2012 | 11:39 AM
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congrats
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Old Nov 12, 2012 | 12:01 PM
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Old Nov 12, 2012 | 02:50 PM
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Great looking car! I love the current E-class.

What made you want to ditch the M3? Size? Reliability?
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Old Nov 12, 2012 | 03:13 PM
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I wouldn't say that's an old man's car... more like someone with class. I love the E350, wish I could afford it because it really is one of my favorite current Mercedes models. Enjoy it in good health!
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Old Nov 12, 2012 | 03:56 PM
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Nice, I don't think it's an old man car. My only issue with the E-class is that damn analog clock they put into the cluster. Other than they they look great...
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Old Nov 12, 2012 | 05:05 PM
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Thanks guys! Sarlacc, I'm not sure if it's my style, either! But, it's nice. Never thought I would have a four door car.
Junior, it does have the Sport package and the Pano roof which my wife loves.
I got the car because of wanting to feel comfortable on my long ass commutes now. The M3 wasn't the right car for now. It gets decent gas mileage, is supposed to be very reliable, and fits a carseat very easily
Plus, I can buy a toy next year! I have permission....
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Old Nov 13, 2012 | 07:27 AM
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Junior, it does have the Sport package and the Pano roof which my wife loves.
Yeah, after I typed that I thought it was the sport wheels and grille. Guess it sits a bit higher then ours b/c of the AWD. Either way, sweet ride. Enjoy it!
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Old Nov 13, 2012 | 07:59 AM
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Well, at least you're an old man with lots of money.
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Old Nov 13, 2012 | 03:52 PM
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No AMG badge. 6/10, would not drive.
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Old Nov 13, 2012 | 03:54 PM
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Originally Posted by gwhizkid
No AMG badge. 6/10, would not drive.
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Old Nov 13, 2012 | 04:40 PM
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I'd drive it, I wouldent pay for it
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Old Nov 13, 2012 | 06:29 PM
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I like em.
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Old Nov 13, 2012 | 06:47 PM
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I like it.
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Old Nov 13, 2012 | 07:59 PM
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can't wait to be old if it means i get a car that sweet. congrats man
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Old Nov 13, 2012 | 09:18 PM
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Nice car but I wouldnt trade an e92 m3 for it.
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Old Nov 22, 2012 | 11:26 PM
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bummer, but at least you traded it for an e class...
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Old Nov 23, 2012 | 08:53 PM
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Old Nov 24, 2012 | 05:07 AM
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I like the M3 but the W212 is equally as hot, if not as sporty.....even with a V6!
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Old Nov 24, 2012 | 12:36 PM
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Enjoy the car. I personally like it.
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