SL63 soon to be gone now, where do I go from here??

[sound 8]

I haven't had any tranny trouble yet. Having said that one day I got in and started, when I put it into reverse nothing happened, nor did it in drive, absolutely nothing. I switched it off took out the key and repeated,this time everything fine. Was this like your problem, it also gets hot in manual mode. Can you tell me things to look out for. Cheers!

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[russjr]

you don't say anything about your dealers. with such a wide range of cars you are considering ( what about audi?) i would definitely consider which dealer could give me the best service and would value my repeat business. also keep in mind that the way this administration is set to impact the domestic auto market via epa, carbon tax, etc., you probably seeing the demise of performance cars within the next few years.

[hovyamg]

Originally Posted by Fantasm

SL63 will soon be gone, so I have to find a replacement.

Currently I have Toyota FJ Cruiser - but I despise it and only have it for when I get the tingling to go offroad, and I have my SL63.

SL is gone and now I'm left with a decision that I have no clue about.

2009 Cadillac CTS-V (its a cadillac :/)
2009 BMW M3 (would have to buy an aftermarket supercharger or not get it)
2010 Mercedes E63 (would have to wait till Dec.)
2009 Porsche Cayenne Turbo
2010 Porsche Panamera
2010 Porsche 911 Turbo
What else???

The payment on the SL was extremely high, so I could replace it with a combination of 2 new cars and still have some left over. So keep that in mind.

Maybe 911 Turbo + Panamera?

Are you letting your SL63 bc of its problems? I read your complains in other threads about it? I am looking to get a SL63, let me know.

Panamera sounds great but you have to wait and you need a car now I assume. Porsche 911 Turbo: top notch but space? convenience?

I'd suggest you to get a Porsche Cayenne Turbo or Turbo S and . I have a Turbo S and I can tell you without a matter of a doubt that it's my favorite car among all the cars I've owned, test drove and rented.

It will sounds a bit weird but I prefer it over my Audi R8 bc it's more convenient and the torque is phenomenal. Plus, I have R-Tronic in my R8: bit of pain in the neck.

If I were you, I'd write down what I enjoy in a car: space? convenience? torque? high rev? low? high? 2 door? 4 door? comfort? and narrow it down from there. Do you have kids? Do you have people with you in the car often? When you shop, do you need lots of space? etc ...

Hope all this helps.

[raunaq23]

Originally Posted by sound 8

Don't do it there is nothing out there that will give you ALL the 63 has to offer. Fater maybe, handling maybe , but in a fwe words to sum up the 63,

roof down, exhaust note, gearbox , comfort, and looks it kills the 55, no no
I am not talking about speed, just one aspect is, when I had a 55,
you never knew what it would do when you kicked down, sometimes
nothing, very scary when overtaking, the 63 gearbox is a piece of perfection,
it gets feedback from throttle input and puts you in exactly the right gear
you want, I think it's amazing, along with proper manual, not just auto
box overiding. I love mine even more after 5 months, every day is a pleasure
and I have done more miles in the 63 in 5 months than I done in 2 years of the 55, and roof is always open. You will really miss it.

AND every where I go people look and ask , particularly when you blip the
throttle for them.

[Fantasm]

I think a GTR is in my future

[PerisanGodFatha]

Originally Posted by Fantasm

I think a GTR is in my future

damn I loved your SL63, sh*t was hot...watcha ganna do with the rims? are they for sale?

[Fantasm]

I know, I miss it and this is f u cking crazy, but I was even thinking about getting another!!
I can't think of any other car that has all it had... maybe the Ferrari California (but no potential for more HP really)... and the Nissan GTR is close but not everything the SL had.
The only reason its gone is because of the tranny problems (the lease was total crap though, so thats a benefit of giving it back).
I put the wheels into my storage - they wouldn't fit an E-class though...

I'm close to choosing the GTR because of the HP mod potential and its electronics inside for nav, traffic, and stuff are up to date.

[m4xm1l10n]

Can't believe you're not getting the 2010 Porsche 911 Turbo

[Yardspeed]

I'm curious what you thought of your e46 M3 and your S2000. Depending on the answer, what about a 2010 Porsche GT3?

[Fantasm]

They were too slow...
I had the E46 M3 for about 6 months but barely drove it because at the same time I also had the SL55 and the King Ranch. I traded the E46 M3 back then on the Jeep SRT8 which I liked better than the M3, as it was faster and had more electronic luxuries inside. My E46 M3 was my first higher end sports car after my 300ZX's; I liked it and it was nice, but the slowness got to me.

The S2000 was OK for 1-2 months, but was sold off privately as it was too slow and tooooooooo small for me. I drool over the GT3 and GT3 RS at my local dealership at night when I pass them though. They look amazing but I'm afraid I wouldn't be happy with how fast they are plus the interior electronics. They would look sick in my parking garage though and driving on the street! So if I was rich enough to be able to throw money away, I would definitely get one; as long as I had something in the very fast, sporty but touring category too.

To me there are like 3 different categories for cars.

Ultra Sport (no electronic niceties needed - GT3, ZR1)
FAST Sport with Luxuries (SL55, SL63, GTR, Ferrari California, Gallardo, etc)
Cruiser Sport (Cayenne Turbo, Panamera, S63)

I like cars that are easily modified to get more power as I get used to them after a while. Merc 63 engines don't have that trait, however.
I could do all 3, but not going to throw cash away like that -- we are in a bad economy after all

[sound 8]

Originally Posted by Fantasm

I think a GTR is in my future

You will really miss the Pano roof!!

[Yardspeed]

Originally Posted by Fantasm

They were too slow...
I had the E46 M3 for about 6 months but barely drove it because at the same time I also had the SL55 and the King Ranch. I traded the E46 M3 back then on the Jeep SRT8 which I liked better than the M3, as it was faster and had more electronic luxuries inside. My E46 M3 was my first higher end sports car after my 300ZX's; I liked it and it was nice, but the slowness got to me.

The S2000 was OK for 1-2 months, but was sold off privately as it was too slow and tooooooooo small for me. I drool over the GT3 and GT3 RS at my local dealership at night when I pass them though. They look amazing but I'm afraid I wouldn't be happy with how fast they are plus the interior electronics. They would look sick in my parking garage though and driving on the street! So if I was rich enough to be able to throw money away, I would definitely get one; as long as I had something in the very fast, sporty but touring category too.

To me there are like 3 different categories for cars.

Ultra Sport (no electronic niceties needed - GT3, ZR1)
FAST Sport with Luxuries (SL55, SL63, GTR, Ferrari California, Gallardo, etc)
Cruiser Sport (Cayenne Turbo, Panamera, S63)

I like cars that are easily modified to get more power as I get used to them after a while. Merc 63 engines don't have that trait, however.
I could do all 3, but not going to throw cash away like that -- we are in a bad economy after all

I see what you're saying.. I would consider a GT3 as being in the ultra sport category as well.. Definitely not as luxurious as a SL63 and it has less torque.. That said I don't believe that the current GT3 is slower than a SL63 when both are driven in anger..You definitely have to rev the GT3 more to get the power out but not withstanding that, they should be in the same ballpark in a straight line.. In fact, that's the reason I asked about your experiences with your M3 and S2000 as they are cars that definitely need to be redlined to extract the most out of them as well... Also note that the 2010 GT3 (997.2) is a little revised (possibly refined?) with a little more power (roughly 20 hp more and more usable torque if I'm not mistaken).. Maybe the 911 turbo would be a better option for you as someone else posted based on the things you've said above...


In any event, I would try to get a good test drive out of all my options to narrow it down... You have a enviable dilemma on your hands.. Enjoy...

[hovyamg]

Originally Posted by sound 8

You will really miss the Pano roof!!

Is the pano roof really that cool? I am about to buy a SL63 with premium and performance package, distronic but no pano roof. I really wanted it but not too many SL63 out there with performance pack.

[W204 C63]

gran turismo s....practical enough to be a dd but also has speed and sounds amazing

[IngenereAMG]

Nobody has mentioned the Gallardo. Exotic looks. Fast. Handles. Reliable. Great car, and on the used market, they are a buy.

[sikhkd]

Yeah why not something exotic like an Lambo, ferrari, aston martin..etc