A Reason to Defect to MB
04-05-2008, 07:12 AM
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Originally Posted by terry79z' post='556394' date='Apr 4 2008, 11:16 PM
MB vs BMW
Conclusion:
1. If you are single, then get BMW : Sporty+luxury+sexy------>successful young professional
2. If you are married and OLD, then get MB : luxury------->professional who is ready to be retired
Conclusion:
1. If you are single, then get BMW : Sporty+luxury+sexy------>successful young professional
2. If you are married and OLD, then get MB : luxury------->professional who is ready to be retired
04-05-2008, 11:31 AM
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My Ride: 2007 E63 AMG | Obsidian Black | Schwarzes Nappa | Black BirdEye Maple | Premium II Package | Electronic Trunk Closer | Parktronic
Engine: RPi/Powerchips custom ECU tune, RPi Ram Air Kit (BMC filter, scoops), RennTech Sport exhaust, secondary cats, charcoal and resonator delete, custom AAA x-pipe
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04-05-2008, 11:54 AM
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My Ride: 10 Honda Fit Sport, 10 Honda Pilot Touring
VT, you're pal ECF twisted my quote. 
Nice work Tony!! 
Back to the Merc
Beautiful beast of a car, but alas I prefer BMW.
Nice work Tony!! Back to the Merc
Beautiful beast of a car, but alas I prefer BMW.
04-05-2008, 12:01 PM
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My Ride: E60 M5, F85 X5M
Originally Posted by vegastrashed' post='556597' date='Apr 5 2008, 12:31 PM
Is that so? You hatin' cause you knew where I was heading right after CCH and you couldn't come along. 
Well, you can tell me all about it and I'll live vicariously through you.
BTW, hurry your ass over here so we can start the party.
04-06-2008, 09:20 PM
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My Ride: 2008 528i: Silver/Black/Light Wood, ZPP, ZCW, STEP, Comfort Seat, Heated Rear Seat, PDC, Xenon, Nav, iPod. 35% ceramic tint, VentureShield clear bra.
MB is higher for status among the old guards. Those oval lights - if you like them, good for you!
BMW brand is getting stronger every day, especially among gen X and Y.
BMW brand is getting stronger every day, especially among gen X and Y.
04-07-2008, 04:59 AM
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My Ride: 2008 BMW 550i Sport
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Autostick and goo-gobs of neat features that I will sorely miss
Originally Posted by Richard in NC' post='556295' date='Apr 4 2008, 05:42 PM
... I looked at an E63 compared to the 550i. I was disapointed how similar looking it was to an E550 (which I drove and dis-liked). I don't want the stealth factor. I want folks to realize I bought something special. The M5 stands out as does the 550i. ...
The E-class AMG is no less distinguishable from the "lesser" Es than the M5 is from "lesser" 5s. They have the exact same exterior changes (exhaust, ground effects, and wheels) as interior (seats, trim, etc.)
04-07-2008, 06:06 AM
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Originally Posted by Og Oggilby' post='556530' date='Apr 5 2008, 11:12 AM
Wow, since I'm married and old, I guess I need to exchange my BMW for a MB. Thanks for the insight.
I was saying it BMW vs MB in general.
I see many young people drive BMW 3 series & some of 5 series....but not that many in C series or E.... (in case if 3=C && 5=E)
don't be a hater
no offense to anyone
by the way, my next car will be 6 series or MB CLS
04-07-2008, 09:58 AM
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My Ride: E60 M5, F85 X5M
If I had really deep pockets, I would seriously go insane from having too many different choices and get committed to an institution. There are just too many awesome choices out there.
There are just too many awesome choices out there.