S-class or e60?
10-23-2004, 02:50 AM
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Originally Posted by Logic88' date='Oct 23 2004, 02:09 AM
Welcome Aboard, hoow? 
Both of these cars are nice, in fact I've owned both of these cars (S600, S55 and 545i).
However in choosing the car it all depends on, are you a driven kind of guy or a passenger kind of guy thing. In my case, I've prefer to use S class as my daily car due to more legroom in the passenger seat since I've a chaufer to drive me around to the office. However, when I choose to drive myself, I much prefer to drive a 5 series due to the size and more fun factors than the S.
However, IMHO, if you could increase your budget a little bit, I highly recommend you to purchase the Masserati Quattroporte, I've purchased one, It's have fun factors offer of the 5 Series and extra space of the S.? Good luck in choosing your car, whatever you choose,? both of these cars are great.?
Both of these cars are nice, in fact I've owned both of these cars (S600, S55 and 545i).
However in choosing the car it all depends on, are you a driven kind of guy or a passenger kind of guy thing. In my case, I've prefer to use S class as my daily car due to more legroom in the passenger seat since I've a chaufer to drive me around to the office. However, when I choose to drive myself, I much prefer to drive a 5 series due to the size and more fun factors than the S.
However, IMHO, if you could increase your budget a little bit, I highly recommend you to purchase the Masserati Quattroporte, I've purchased one, It's have fun factors offer of the 5 Series and extra space of the S.? Good luck in choosing your car, whatever you choose,? both of these cars are great.?
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10-24-2004, 01:48 AM
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I agree with most of what's been said. IMO I think the new Mercedes CLS500 is a more apropriate car to be compared against the E60. Though I have liked the CLS500 in pics, I did not like it when I saw it in the flesh. I'm sure it's a very good car...but I'm still happy with my selection!
10-24-2004, 03:53 AM
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My Ride: E60 530d Sport - Carbon Black, Black Dakota Leather, Media Pack (satnav, bluetooth, CD changer), heated font seats, through load
If I was in the US then I'd be considering A BMW 545i, or perhaps an Audi A6 4.2 V8, or even a MB. Nothing but a V8 
However I'm in the UK, and therefore the car price and fule cost means I'm getting a 530. And as it's a company car, and paying tax based on fuel use, it's the diesel 530d.
My next car will probably be a tossup between a 535d or the M5. Depending on whether it's a company car or not.
I'd prefer the M5 over an S class MB. MB = old man's car!
However I'm in the UK, and therefore the car price and fule cost means I'm getting a 530. And as it's a company car, and paying tax based on fuel use, it's the diesel 530d.
My next car will probably be a tossup between a 535d or the M5. Depending on whether it's a company car or not.
I'd prefer the M5 over an S class MB. MB = old man's car!
10-24-2004, 05:58 AM
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My Ride: Black 520i, Black leather interior, Active Steering, DSC, PDC, Ornamental grille, Audio Aux Input
I have an S Class - and my wife just got the E60 about 3 months ago - everytime i cross over from her E60 back to my MB - the steering feels alot heavier & less responsive esp at low speeds - this is all thank's to the wonderful Active Steering on the E60
The S is still more comfy on rough roads - the E60 is stiffer - the E60 is actually NOT that small a car - esp when comparing to the W211 E Class - the S however, still drives more like a big car - ie: not spirited or sporty - just stable & every ride is a stately progression from point A to B
If you are a knobs & buttons person than the MB's interior is more for you - & you may find the E60's typically spartan by MB standards.
My wife's previous car was the C class W203 - having driven the S & the E60 - this applies to both of us & i believe i speak for her - after this first BMW purchase - we will certainly consider future buys from BMW.
The S is still more comfy on rough roads - the E60 is stiffer - the E60 is actually NOT that small a car - esp when comparing to the W211 E Class - the S however, still drives more like a big car - ie: not spirited or sporty - just stable & every ride is a stately progression from point A to B
If you are a knobs & buttons person than the MB's interior is more for you - & you may find the E60's typically spartan by MB standards.
My wife's previous car was the C class W203 - having driven the S & the E60 - this applies to both of us & i believe i speak for her - after this first BMW purchase - we will certainly consider future buys from BMW.
10-24-2004, 06:33 AM
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My Ride: E60 530d Sport - Carbon Black, Black Dakota Leather, Media Pack (satnav, bluetooth, CD changer), heated font seats, through load
S class + E60 with Singapore COE = a heap of money. Must make you sick when you see what the yanks pay for their car/petrol.
I'm sure the Singapore govt must have shares in Toyota.
I'm sure the Singapore govt must have shares in Toyota.
10-24-2004, 06:50 AM
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Originally Posted by hoow' date='Oct 22 2004, 12:23 PM
guys...was wondering if u guys could help me out in deciding which car to buy..an s-class or an e60?....pros and cons?....thanks a lot guys..hope u can help clear my mind
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10-26-2004, 03:25 AM
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thanks a lot guys....
so in summary...s-class is much more for comfort and a better presence whereas an e60 is more fun to drive rite???
but if u were to have a chance to own either an m3 or m5...which would u prefer?
so in summary...s-class is much more for comfort and a better presence whereas an e60 is more fun to drive rite???
but if u were to have a chance to own either an m3 or m5...which would u prefer?
10-26-2004, 11:20 AM
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Originally Posted by hoow' date='Oct 26 2004, 04:25 AM
thanks a lot guys....
so in summary...s-class is much more for comfort and a better presence whereas an e60 is more fun to drive rite???
but if u were to have a chance to own either an m3 or m5...which would u prefer?
so in summary...s-class is much more for comfort and a better presence whereas an e60 is more fun to drive rite???
but if u were to have a chance to own either an m3 or m5...which would u prefer?
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IMO the 3 series is too small. M5, but honestly the E60 545i is a kickass car. I drove an E39 M5 right before the E60. I found the ride much harder, the cornering harder, the exhaust growl annoying. The acceleration surge and torque was great, but not enough to justify buying a dated car.
Now E60 M5. Who knows. I'd have to drive one first.
10-26-2004, 01:22 PM
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M3 and M5 are built totally for the equivalent of street racing/handling.
The new E60 has more comfort and will handle when you need it to.
With the new M5(V10) and the new M3(V8), we'll have to see since there will also be new handling technology involved.
As far as Merc vs. BMW, if you define yourself as a "driver" then you've answered your own question. 545i is the way to go. If not, get the Merc.
The new E60 has more comfort and will handle when you need it to.
With the new M5(V10) and the new M3(V8), we'll have to see since there will also be new handling technology involved.
As far as Merc vs. BMW, if you define yourself as a "driver" then you've answered your own question. 545i is the way to go. If not, get the Merc.