Thinking about a new car....
11-09-2010, 02:10 AM
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Thinking about a new car....
Ok, so in the next six months I'm thinking about trading in the Kia (I know I know.....terrible) for a sport sedan.
But not just any, oh no.
I've narrowed it down to a 2006 E55 AMG or a 2008 CTS-V.
I've driven both, and LOVE them both. I love the luxury and power combo of the benz, but the pure driver in me likes the CTS-V more. And I can't freaking decide.
So I've decided to let AZ have some input - any thoughts?
But not just any, oh no.
I've narrowed it down to a 2006 E55 AMG or a 2008 CTS-V.
I've driven both, and LOVE them both. I love the luxury and power combo of the benz, but the pure driver in me likes the CTS-V more. And I can't freaking decide.
So I've decided to let AZ have some input - any thoughts?
11-09-2010, 03:00 AM
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Personally, I know the E55 probably has better materials or whatever, but the design of MB interiors are such a turn-off for me. They look boring, IMO. That and I have a humongous hard-on for the CTS-V...
11-09-2010, 05:08 AM
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Wish I had such a decision to make. The CTS-V would be a great ride, however I think the E55 is the way to go here, because you definitely get your cake and eat it too and by no means is the AMG slow. The CTS-V is more comparable to a C63 IMO that is, and how many chances in your lifetime will you get to own an AMG branded vehicle. That being said, we all know Neuronbob loves his V so i'm sure you'll be happy with your choice either way. 
11-09-2010, 07:05 AM
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There is no 08 CTS-V. If you meant the the old one with the LS2, the 06 E55 looks much better inside and out. Wouldn't even think twice.
Unless you really want a manual
Unless you really want a manual
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11-09-2010, 07:19 AM
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oops, forgot. If you're talking about the supercharged 2009+ CTS-V then hands down the Caddy. If you're talking about the old one with the LS6/LS2, then E55 for sure.
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11-09-2010, 09:14 AM
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11-09-2010, 09:14 AM
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09 V. /thread.
I would go with the V.
11-09-2010, 11:21 AM
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Cts-v
11-09-2010, 11:25 AM
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Which one fits your ass better. No matter how much fun you'll have in it, if you're not ass comfortable, it's not good.
11-09-2010, 11:31 AM
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HAHA - Thanks guys - yeah, I meant the 09 CTS-V.
I'm a big guy, and surprisingly each fits my wide ass fairly well. I was comfortable on long tests of both cars.
Well, at least I have a few months before making the decision. Thanks for the input everyone
I'm a big guy, and surprisingly each fits my wide ass fairly well. I was comfortable on long tests of both cars.
Well, at least I have a few months before making the decision. Thanks for the input everyone
11-09-2010, 11:37 AM
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If it were me, I'd get the E55. Drive that for a couple of years and then sell it and get something else ... At that point you might be able to get something better than the CTS-V.
11-09-2010, 11:39 AM
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I think that's how I'm leaning at the moment.....I just can't see how I spend almost twice as much for the more powerful vehicle, when it's likely I'll get to use that power only a few times a year....
11-09-2010, 12:06 PM
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CTS-V, please.
You can't go wrong with either...But, that's my vote.
You can't go wrong with either...But, that's my vote.
11-09-2010, 12:10 PM
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The other thing, is that price will matter on this one. I'm planning on getting engaged in March, which also means paying for a wedding sometime in 2012....
Feck me.
Feck me.
11-09-2010, 01:00 PM
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I would disagree here. Driving a big benz makes your clients remember how much they are paying you. Regardless of which one really costs more, the general public would think the Benz cost more.
11-09-2010, 01:42 PM
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AMG E- for the money and smaller exterior size.
The E is the mid-size MB.
If OP Jared's clients are bankruptcy clients, even driving an S-Class probably won't be an issue.
If OP Jared's clients are bankruptcy clients, even driving an S-Class probably won't be an issue.
11-09-2010, 02:20 PM
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If you're considering 09+ V, why not look at the 63? I would go with the V, as much as I heart the E55 AMG and know it's been babied, the maintenance could Be potentially significant.