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Test drove a C32 AMG..at a dilemma
11-04-2004, 08:35 AM
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Test drove a C32 AMG..at a dilemma
OK, im getting my car within a few months, went to my dealer to check out there inventory, well, the jag is there, and so was a pimp AMG and 350Z....test drove them all..and the AMG is fucking sick...349 HP...holy shit this thing got up..the 350 was also sick...i cant describe going from my CL to these cars
so, the jag im getting is right around 30k, the AMG is gonna be 41k, (the price on web is without the hookup), so...should i wait an extra month or 2 to pick up an AMG(even if this is sold, they have a few more), or switch to the 350z...or still continue with the jag, its either sport/luxury sport or pure luxury
so..my question...what would yall pick?
http://www.ebizautos.com/gonzabaauto...cfm?iid=519797 AMG
http://www.ebizautos.com/gonzabaauto...cfm?iid=312021 350Z
the jag is not listed, but here is a similiar one...its an Stype w/ navi fully loaded basically but with the 4.0
http://www.ebizautos.com/gonzabaauto...cfm?iid=444251
so, the jag im getting is right around 30k, the AMG is gonna be 41k, (the price on web is without the hookup), so...should i wait an extra month or 2 to pick up an AMG(even if this is sold, they have a few more), or switch to the 350z...or still continue with the jag, its either sport/luxury sport or pure luxury
so..my question...what would yall pick?
http://www.ebizautos.com/gonzabaauto...cfm?iid=519797 AMG
http://www.ebizautos.com/gonzabaauto...cfm?iid=312021 350Z
the jag is not listed, but here is a similiar one...its an Stype w/ navi fully loaded basically but with the 4.0
http://www.ebizautos.com/gonzabaauto...cfm?iid=444251
11-04-2004, 10:13 AM
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If you can get the money for the C32 then I highly recommend it.
Granted it is a "baby benz"
That navi makes the interior look awesome
It still has a smooth and quiet ride
It's really sweet looking
and as you stated that thing is so powerful (Similar to the XJR)
One of the quickest sedans especially all the way through the speedo.
I would take a C32 over an s-type (If I could stretch the extra bucks) anyday
The only thing to realize is how small the C32 is in the back (not sure if that was an original issue)
Granted it is a "baby benz"
That navi makes the interior look awesome
It still has a smooth and quiet ride
It's really sweet looking
and as you stated that thing is so powerful (Similar to the XJR)
One of the quickest sedans especially all the way through the speedo.
I would take a C32 over an s-type (If I could stretch the extra bucks) anyday
The only thing to realize is how small the C32 is in the back (not sure if that was an original issue)
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so it looks like i should be patient and get the AMG..granted im approved for about 35k..id only need a few gs down...and yes..it is small in the back..but not many people will be back there...pulling off the lot i gased it and fishtailed like crazy..its insane how much the V6 put down..and i love the "turning heads" effect of the Z....this is a hard choice....but the jag still has the big elegance about it which is still kinda the category im looking for....damn i wish i could afford them all....
11-04-2004, 10:21 AM
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you are 19, get the 350z and have lower payments? no doubt it will still be fun and catch peoples attention, plus that motor is a beast.... i dunno i figure you could always get a benz when your a onld man or something 
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11-04-2004, 10:33 AM
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Man, for me, the Jag and AMG are worlds apart from the Z. Yeah, the Z is a nice car, but it is geared to being a performance car only. The other two are luxury autos with performance infused in them. Go look at the Jag Type R if you are looking at the AMG.
Fo me though, I absolutley love the Jag. Like I said before man, the Jag is simply a beautifull car. I loved the one we had. The AMG is cool, but I would take the Jag Type R over any of those.
Save a little bit more, and get the Jag Type R so that we can take that on the rally!!!
Fo me though, I absolutley love the Jag. Like I said before man, the Jag is simply a beautifull car. I loved the one we had. The AMG is cool, but I would take the Jag Type R over any of those.
Save a little bit more, and get the Jag Type R so that we can take that on the rally!!!
11-04-2004, 10:47 AM
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If you can swing it get the AMG.
Got to ride in one at the Benz event and then was able to drive one on the outside and man o man that sucker is a rocket.
When I rode in the car i was riding in the back and like PGA said, its really cramped back there. I have a feeling that’s not gonna be a concern for you so that might be a mute point.
Styling wise the interior is nicely laid out and doesn't feel cheap at all. Outside, especially in black the car looks small, but it also looks aggressive.
It has two doors too many but other then that I’d pick it over the other two for sure. Especially cuz for me the Z/G is a tight fit.
Get the AMG.
Got to ride in one at the Benz event and then was able to drive one on the outside and man o man that sucker is a rocket.
When I rode in the car i was riding in the back and like PGA said, its really cramped back there. I have a feeling that’s not gonna be a concern for you so that might be a mute point.
Styling wise the interior is nicely laid out and doesn't feel cheap at all. Outside, especially in black the car looks small, but it also looks aggressive.
It has two doors too many but other then that I’d pick it over the other two for sure. Especially cuz for me the Z/G is a tight fit.
Get the AMG.
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damn the AMG is like 50k! Lilo, if i was looking to spend that kinda cash on a Benz, i'd look for a 2001, 02 model year S-Class. Way more pimp, and a 'big body'. throw some 21's on it, and be done. Imagine the difference....rolling up in a C-Class....(even though it is AMG) or an S-Class...with rims....and you're only 19.....uber pimp.
11-04-2004, 11:27 AM
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Originally Posted by Katana18
damn the AMG is like 50k! .
i can get it for 41..which is only about 5k away from what im approved for..so id put the 5 down..and they have an S-class to..but its a boat like the jag! but i do love big rims...but the get up and go of the AMG was what really made me think twice....its a totally diffrent story than seeing pictures...then actually driving a car..i could also tell you the 350Z>G35 from just driving the 2...its amazing what a test drive can tell you diffrent than pics
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i'm telling u man, if they have the S-Class..pick it up....thats so hot!! or maybe even the Infiniti Q45, those are sick! and you can pick em up cheap. I've seen a black one on I-4 with black rims, sick, just sick. IMO, 41k for that C-AMG is not worth it. If you want speed....**whispers** get a bike...:katana:
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Originally Posted by Katana18
i'm telling u man, if they have the S-Class..pick it up....thats so hot!! or maybe even the Infiniti Q45, those are sick! and you can pick em up cheap. I've seen a black one on I-4 with black rims, sick, just sick. IMO, 41k for that C-AMG is not worth it. If you want speed....**whispers** get a bike...:katana:
they have this one along with a tan one..
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but that 54k price tag takes this option away
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But in all seriousness....be careful about buying a car with that kinda price tag. I'd like to see you get a house first, then a car. My mistake was I bought all my toys first, but was still living in apts. I'm trying to get a house now, and would gladly get rid of the other shit for it. A house is the best investment you can make, a car is the worst. Think about that. But its your money, and if you do spend it, get the big body. Come strong, or dont come at all!
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Originally Posted by liloj
http://www.ebizautos.com/gonzabaauto...cfm?iid=528449
they have this one along with a tan one..
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but that 54k price tag takes this option away
they have this one along with a tan one..
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but that 54k price tag takes this option away
man, i've seen plenty around here for 35-42k.
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Those 3 cars are so different that it's gonna be up to your personal taste. Those S-Type Jags aren't as highly regarded in reviews as the Z and AMG, and the Jag -> Ford thing took all the luster off those cars for me years ago. Now they're just Taurus platforms with a cool front end and an average engine for the $$$.
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Originally Posted by Katana18
But in all seriousness....be careful about buying a car with that kinda price tag. I'd like to see you get a house first, then a car. My mistake was I bought all my toys first, but was still living in apts. I'm trying to get a house now, and would gladly get rid of the other shit for it. A house is the best investment you can make, a car is the worst. Think about that. But its your money, and if you do spend it, get the big body. Come strong, or dont come at all!
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the only thing about used cars...is i will NOT settle for something without navi...as you can tell by the 3 i listed....kinda hard to come across them as often as this dealership does...
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If i had 45K to play with right now, i ll tell you exactly what i'd do. Buy a used few year old Suburban, Tahoe, etc for about 20k. I'd spend another 13k on a sweet Hayabusa. the other 12k i'd use to get a pair of Sea-doo's. Many more toys to play with, vs. just having one.
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Originally Posted by liloj
the only thing about used cars...is i will NOT settle for something without navi...as you can tell by the 3 i listed....kinda hard to come across them as often as this dealership does...
I got navi too. Only cost me $2. Called a MAP. haha, just kidding. Getting one installed aftermarket isnt that hard though.
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http://carmax.com/dyn/searchengine/StockNumSearch.aspx
enter this stock #
2510688
what bout this one
enter this stock #
2510688
what bout this one
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Originally Posted by Katana18
I got navi too. Only cost me $2. Called a MAP. haha, just kidding. Getting one installed aftermarket isnt that hard though.
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Originally Posted by Katana18
If i had 45K to play with right now, i ll tell you exactly what i'd do. Buy a used few year old Suburban, Tahoe, etc for about 20k. I'd spend another 13k on a sweet Hayabusa. the other 12k i'd use to get a pair of Sea-doo's. Many more toys to play with, vs. just having one.
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Originally Posted by liloj
true..but i would have no need for all that..ya know....my girls parents have a lot of water toys...see-doos..power boats..etc....so no need for those....this would basically be for me and only me..
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Originally Posted by liloj
Once you get a bike, and start going riding, and get in with a pack of friends....you will lose your interest in cars realllllll quick
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Originally Posted by Katana18
Once you get a bike, and start going riding, and get in with a pack of friends....you will lose your interest in cars realllllll quick
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Originally Posted by liloj
yea i know.....yea...the only down point is they are really weather depending....so i need a back up
Bro, if you got 45K approved, you can easily get a pimp car and a pimp bike. Maybe even a beater to offset the miles to both of them.
G35 coupe + R1 + beater = Easily 45k or less.
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Originally Posted by Katana18
Bro, if you got 45K approved, you can easily get a pimp car and a pimp bike. Maybe even a beater to offset the miles to both of them.
G35 coupe + R1 + beater = Easily 45k or less.
G35 coupe + R1 + beater = Easily 45k or less.
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Originally Posted by phil2
Why you wanna bury yourself with huge car payments
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Originally Posted by liloj
true..but i would have no need for all that..ya know....my girls parents have a lot of water toys...see-doos..power boats..etc....so no need for those....this would basically be for me and only me..
I would either go with the Mercedes or 350z. I really don't care too much for the Z's but that particular touring one w/ rims is pretty smooth. I am really leaning towards the Mercedes, can't go wrong there. That silver S500 is what I would get.
Originally Posted by Katana
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