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11-06-2005, 09:16 AM
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Interesting comments from E Class owners ... some shift towards liking the E60 looks (most still do not), but E60 is recognized hands down as the better driving machine. 
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No, I'm not going over to the dark-side. The Mrs. is looking into getting a MB wagon and I wanted to research it a bit. She refuses to "copy" me and get an E60 ... so no hope there.
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No, I'm not going over to the dark-side. The Mrs. is looking into getting a MB wagon and I wanted to research it a bit. She refuses to "copy" me and get an E60 ... so no hope there.
11-06-2005, 03:38 PM
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Eh you already have one E60. Go for the new E 500 with the 388hp or better yet get the E 55.
OMG forget the E... get the CLE if it looks like this!!!!
OMG forget the E... get the CLE if it looks like this!!!!
11-06-2005, 06:28 PM
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My Ride: In a place where the Mercedes density is the highest in the world (no. of MB per square kilometer) I choose a Bimmer, why? because of one thing "The Ultimate Driving Experience"
My Ride:
523i Steptronic, Silver Grey Exterior, Black Interior with Black Dakota Leather and Maple Wood Trim. Chrome Grill, Style 123 rim, Airbags everywhere, PDC, Rain sensor, Auto lights, Moveable front armrest, Advance Climate Control, Glass Sunroof, Auto dimming interior and exterior mirror with foldable functions, Extended Lights package, 6 CD changer in glove box, Power seats with memory, Power adjustable steering wheel, Power rear sunblinds.
Add ons: 123 wheels, chrome grill, K&N Hi flow filter, Eibach Pro Kit, e60.net decal and 24,000km
Past rides:
2001 Nissan Xterra SE
1999 E39 523i
1999 E46 323i
1996 Acura Integra LS
You will bump your head everytime you get into the car, that's is the reason I think the CLS is not the best of designs. But we are talking about MB here so I won't get one regardless.
11-06-2005, 06:51 PM
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My Ride: 2005 BMW 545i, Silver Grey, Sport Package, R. Shades, Cold Pkg, Sat. Rad., Prem. Sound.
Originally Posted by EBMCS03' post='194400' date='Nov 6 2005, 06:38 PM
Eh you already have one E60. Go for the new E 500 with the 388hp or better yet get the E 55.
OMG forget the E... get the CLE if it looks like this!!!!
OMG forget the E... get the CLE if it looks like this!!!!
11-06-2005, 06:55 PM
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My Ride: In a place where the Mercedes density is the highest in the world (no. of MB per square kilometer) I choose a Bimmer, why? because of one thing "The Ultimate Driving Experience"
My Ride:
523i Steptronic, Silver Grey Exterior, Black Interior with Black Dakota Leather and Maple Wood Trim. Chrome Grill, Style 123 rim, Airbags everywhere, PDC, Rain sensor, Auto lights, Moveable front armrest, Advance Climate Control, Glass Sunroof, Auto dimming interior and exterior mirror with foldable functions, Extended Lights package, 6 CD changer in glove box, Power seats with memory, Power adjustable steering wheel, Power rear sunblinds.
Add ons: 123 wheels, chrome grill, K&N Hi flow filter, Eibach Pro Kit, e60.net decal and 24,000km
Past rides:
2001 Nissan Xterra SE
1999 E39 523i
1999 E46 323i
1996 Acura Integra LS
This one guy is saying that they don't like the E60 because the front end is made up of aluminum 
and it will take trained technicial to fix your car (which will be expensive). How many of you want to bet the next E class will have aluminum front just like the E60? The S class is already aluminum in the front so I am pretty sure it will happen on the E class, then that guy will just go "I think the designer that came up with an aluminum front end is a genius, think of all the weight they will save" 
and it will take trained technicial to fix your car (which will be expensive). How many of you want to bet the next E class will have aluminum front just like the E60? The S class is already aluminum in the front so I am pretty sure it will happen on the E class, then that guy will just go "I think the designer that came up with an aluminum front end is a genius, think of all the weight they will save"
11-06-2005, 08:20 PM
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Originally Posted by EBMCS03' post='194400' date='Nov 6 2005, 04:38 PM
Eh you already have one E60. Go for the new E 500 with the 388hp or better yet get the E 55.
OMG forget the E... get the CLE if it looks like this!!!!
OMG forget the E... get the CLE if it looks like this!!!!
If I were in the market for an E60 alternative, I'd get the E500 with the solar sun roof. That thing is a blast. The E55, in my opinion, is a bit overpriced.
CLS is a car made for a segment with no real demand -- are there really people out there pining for a 4-door coupe???
11-06-2005, 08:29 PM
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My Ride: 545iSMGSilver GrayAuburn Dakota LeatherLogic 7 Premium SoundSports Package
Originally Posted by ipse dixit' post='194475' date='Nov 6 2005, 09:20 PM
While this pic looks rakish and sleek, it is an admitted photoshop. Too bad.
11-06-2005, 09:11 PM
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Originally Posted by EBMCS03' post='194400' date='Nov 6 2005, 06:38 PM
Eh you already have one E60. Go for the new E 500 with the 388hp or better yet get the E 55.
OMG forget the E... get the CLE if it looks like this!!!!
OMG forget the E... get the CLE if it looks like this!!!!
http://www.automobilemag.com/2007_sneak_pr...cedes_benz_cle/
11-06-2005, 09:23 PM
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My Ride: '04 BMW E60 530 black/black
'05 Porsche Cayene S Black/gold
05' BMW M5
05' Bentley CGT
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Trust me, theres A LOT of ppl buying that piece of 4 door metal
