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11-06-2005 | 09:44 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!!!!
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I've seen tons of CLS's and even a couple of CLS55 models. I test drove a CLS500 one week prior to settling on an E60. And no, you won't bump your head getting into the car. Looks can be deceiving. It's a beautiful car with daring inspiration behind its design. If I had the money, I'd park one of those next to my 550i!
11-06-2005 | 09:58 PM
#12
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From: Hong Kong
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"
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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
Originally Posted by ipse dixit' post='194475' date='Nov 6 2005, 11:20 PM
[quote name='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!!!!
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!!!!
[/quote]
I've seen tons of CLS's and even a couple of CLS55 models. I test drove a CLS500 one week prior to settling on an E60. And no, you won't bump your head getting into the car. Looks can be deceiving. It's a beautiful car with daring inspiration behind its design. If I had the money, I'd park one of those next to my 550i!
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I don't know, I bumped my head when I was scoping out that car in the showroom. Could be just me
11-06-2005 | 10:18 PM
#13
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From: friscoo,CA -----> jakarta,indonesia
My Ride: '04 BMW E60 530 black/black
'05 Porsche Cayene S Black/gold
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05' Bentley CGT
Im 6'0 and i had to alter the cls seat to the lowest and carefully go in in order for my head not to bump and it took a while to do that!
11-07-2005 | 03:30 AM
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My Ride: (USA) 645Ci, Silver Gray, Chateau, Cold Weather PKG, Premium Sound PKG, Sport PKG, Step, NAV [Std Equip in 645], HUD, Satellite (SIRIUS) Radio, Aux Input, Bluetooth enabled using iPhone 3GS w/ adapter cradle - Build date - 01/05, Baby delivered 2/24/05
Yea, me too and right under 6'. I drove the 6er into the lot and checked out the CLS. They thought they might have a convert - HA :thumbsdown: . Never had any difficulty getting into / out of 6er but CLS was a chore. Just wanted to see if it was as bad as I thought. It was. If I needed a sedan it would have to be a 5 or 7 series. A coupe is 2 doors - you get those at BMW
I noted a lot of the BMW bashing on MB boards is for our interiors. Claims of "cheap plastic" "iDrive" "interior door treatment" "fake wood", I laugh - it is just right for me
I noted a lot of the BMW bashing on MB boards is for our interiors. Claims of "cheap plastic" "iDrive" "interior door treatment" "fake wood", I laugh - it is just right for me
11-07-2005 | 04:11 AM
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From: Hong Kong
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
Originally Posted by cobradav' post='194550' date='Nov 7 2005, 08:30 PM
Yea, me too and right under 6'. I drove the 6er into the lot and checked out the CLS. They thought they might have a convert - HA :thumbsdown: . Never had any difficulty getting into / out of 6er but CLS was a chore. Just wanted to see if it was as bad as I thought. It was. If I needed a sedan it would have to be a 5 or 7 series. A coupe is 2 doors - you get those at BMW
I noted a lot of the BMW bashing on MB boards is for our interiors. Claims of "cheap plastic" "iDrive" "interior door treatment" "fake wood", I laugh - it is just right for me
I noted a lot of the BMW bashing on MB boards is for our interiors. Claims of "cheap plastic" "iDrive" "interior door treatment" "fake wood", I laugh - it is just right for me
when I was in the showroom they ask me what kind of car do I drive, I said E60 and the sales said "why you want to change" Convert? Never.The guys at MB forum just like to disrespect others in anyway they can because they think they have a MB and they can do that
I have respect for the MB like the AMG CLK DTM or the CLK GTR street car that's it. They do have good technology but I just don't see myself driving one.
11-07-2005 | 04:03 PM
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From: Austin TX
My Ride: 2014 X5 xDrive 5.0 M Package Carbon Black Metallic/2008 M Roadster Imola Red
Originally Posted by tachyon' post='194263' date='Nov 6 2005, 01:16 PM
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.
11-07-2005 | 08:52 PM
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From: L.A., California
My Ride: 2013 535i (White with Oyster Interior. Premium Package, Navigation, Technology Pacakge, Park Distance Control, and Rear View Camera)
Look at the CLE, there is no rear door panel. The design is similar to Saturn or 4-door truck.
The picture that "EBMCS03" attached looks much much better.
The picture that "EBMCS03" attached looks much much better.
11-08-2005 | 07:25 PM
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From: So Cal, USA
My Ride: 545iSMGSilver GrayAuburn Dakota LeatherLogic 7 Premium SoundSports Package
Originally Posted by Freewilly' post='195003' date='Nov 7 2005, 09:52 PM
The picture that "EBMCS03" attached looks much much better.
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