Advice on what car to go with 2005 E55 or 2007 E350 - Page 2

Autoscope · 06-17-2009, 10:30 AM

E55, if both have a CPO! Then E55 all the way. Where in Texas are you? We are in DFW, let me know if you need a pre-buy inspection!

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nickmen · 06-17-2009, 02:24 PM

Gas, I do not care about. I am in San Antonio. I would sell my E350 and get the AMG or newer E350. I believe I will get the E55. I wanted to make sure I was not purchasing a model that has a history of breaking all the time. I have such a good relationship with the dealer here in Boerne, and if I am going to spend money on a good car, I want to make sure its a CPO. I will always pay more for CPO vehicles and service.

220S · 06-17-2009, 02:52 PM

fwiw, even if it's a CPO I'd still get an indie's ppi and do the research on past history, etc.. A warranty is one thing, but the inconvenience of having it constantly in the shop is another, imho.

I always do a ppi on any car (plus you'll have bargaining leverage if something shows up) Sometimes the dealers get a little loose with their inspections just to sell the car, and bank on the extra CPO $$ to cover their butt.

You probably already know this, but I'm just sayin' it......

stevebez · 06-17-2009, 04:39 PM

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Originally Posted by nickmen

its not about the specs of the car or price, its more of a sensible decision of...no stay away from an 05 because its too old, they suck, or wow the millage on the e55 is high... that's what I am looking for. I have always had the standard E series and branched out this year to get the ML.

I guess thats just it the E55 is not sensible. Its a miracle they actually got to build this and the 65 cars given how conscious we all are now about global warming, limited oil blah, blah, blah.

The 55k motor is a legend. Once you been bitten its is soooo tough trying to find a car to replace it with other than a 65tt or another 55k variant.

SBC brakes are the only things that still make me a little nervous tho on these cars.

jdeastbay · 06-17-2009, 09:56 PM

Get the 350 and badge it 55. Post some pics and then we reaallly have a thread to run with.

nychokeyplaya35 · 06-17-2009, 09:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Max.H

You should get the e350 all the way! Anyone who asks a question like this should not be drivig an e55.

HAHA

CharlyE500 · 06-18-2009, 12:55 AM

well, if you already have a 06 E350 then why think to get 07 E350 because of new facelift ? 55 is unic car, you cant go wrong. And also will keep better value than the E350. Once the W212 comes out, the 350 will drop the price even faster.....

motorkas · 06-18-2009, 01:03 AM

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Get the 350 and badge it 55. Post some pics and then we reaallly have a thread to run with.

:r olf:

:rol f:

jangy · 06-18-2009, 01:34 AM

Can someone lock this thread? This MUST be a joke.

motorkas · 06-18-2009, 02:08 AM

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Can someone lock this thread? This MUST be a joke.

a little redundant I know but. . .

: rolf:

nickmen · 06-18-2009, 12:34 PM

if it is a joke you can unsubscribe

AZIPOD · 06-18-2009, 12:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Max.H

You should get the e350 all the way! Anyone who asks a question like this should not be drivig an e55.

+10000

nickmen · 06-18-2009, 01:20 PM

haha looks like you may have sprayed it into the wind

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Originally Posted by AZIPOD

+10000

nickmen · 06-18-2009, 01:23 PM

guys thank you for your responses and advice, the discussion point of resell value and such have helped me with my decision.

Thanks again!

Friction · 06-18-2009, 04:40 PM

The E55 looks really great with chrome wheels. Ask Jimmy about a special deal he has for you. MB Boerne has been great to deal with. San Antonio has some of the worst customer service in the country, these guys at MB Boerne are a pleasure.

jangy · 06-18-2009, 05:50 PM

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Originally Posted by nickmen

if it is a joke you can unsubscribe

I'm not subscribed. If it is not a joke, then it is actually a bad sign for of you.... Trust me, just post that it was a joke and move on. You do not want an E55, if your other option is an E350. That is simple. You didn't even compare it to an E550 which would have only been half as funny.

Friction · 06-18-2009, 06:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jangy

I'm not subscribed. If it is not a joke, then it is actually a bad sign for of you.... Trust me, just post that it was a joke and move on. You do not want an E55, if your other option is an E350. That is simple. You didn't even compare it to an E550 which would have only been half as funny.

Work with me Jangy..I am trying to unload my chrome rims.

he needs an e55.

Dealer said he will offer my chrome rims to him as an upgrade. The rims are in great shape...I just am not big on chrome, but I want to remain with stock rims. It is not worth money to me, so if they swap 'em out...maybe we are both happy.

jangy · 06-18-2009, 06:30 PM

Dude, get the E55!!

Friction · 06-18-2009, 06:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jangy

Dude, get the E55!!

Listen to Jangy...he is smart.

grantwoodtx · 06-18-2009, 10:24 PM

Must be the TX heat cause he's dazzed and confussed. E55 baby!!!!

Vader13 · 06-18-2009, 10:30 PM

wtf..

AZIPOD · 06-18-2009, 11:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nickmen

haha looks like you may have sprayed it into the wind

Now that you have your answer, please go back into your hole and HIDE! We don't like trolls!

nickmen · 06-19-2009, 06:50 PM

haha says the man behind the computer

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Originally Posted by AZIPOD

Now that you have your answer, please go back into your hole and HIDE! We don't like trolls!

nickmen · 06-19-2009, 06:57 PM

Friction, I am talking with my guy he is reaching out to Jimmy.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Friction

Work with me Jangy..I am trying to unload my chrome rims.

he needs an e55.

Dealer said he will offer my chrome rims to him as an upgrade. The rims are in great shape...I just am not big on chrome, but I want to remain with stock rims. It is not worth money to me, so if they swap 'em out...maybe we are both happy.

06-17-2009, 02:52 PM	#28
220S MBWorld Fanatic! Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Malibu CA Posts: 1,239 Drives: 2009 E63	fwiw, even if it's a CPO I'd still get an indie's ppi and do the research on past history, etc.. A warranty is one thing, but the inconvenience of having it constantly in the shop is another, imho. I always do a ppi on any car (plus you'll have bargaining leverage if something shows up) Sometimes the dealers get a little loose with their inspections just to sell the car, and bank on the extra CPO $$ to cover their butt. You probably already know this, but I'm just sayin' it...... __________________

06-18-2009, 01:34 AM	#34
jangy Out Of Control!! Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: San Diego Posts: 13,061 Drives: C350	Can someone lock this thread? This MUST be a joke. __________________ SDCrew

06-18-2009, 06:30 PM	#43
jangy Out Of Control!! Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: San Diego Posts: 13,061 Drives: C350	Dude, get the E55!! __________________ SDCrew

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06-17-2009, 02:24 PM	#27
nickmen Newbie Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: TX Posts: 10 Drives: 2006 E350 and 2009 ML 350	Gas, I do not care about. I am in San Antonio. I would sell my E350 and get the AMG or newer E350. I believe I will get the E55. I wanted to make sure I was not purchasing a model that has a history of breaking all the time. I have such a good relationship with the dealer here in Boerne, and if I am going to spend money on a good car, I want to make sure its a CPO. I will always pay more for CPO vehicles and service.

06-17-2009, 09:56 PM	#30
jdeastbay Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Bay Area Posts: 205 Drives: 2005 E55	Get the 350 and badge it 55. Post some pics and then we reaallly have a thread to run with.

06-18-2009, 12:55 AM	#32
CharlyE500 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Socal, Brea Posts: 443 Drives: E55 2006 Pewter PanoRoof	well, if you already have a 06 E350 then why think to get 07 E350 because of new facelift ? 55 is unic car, you cant go wrong. And also will keep better value than the E350. Once the W212 comes out, the 350 will drop the price even faster.....

06-18-2009, 12:34 PM	#36
nickmen Newbie Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: TX Posts: 10 Drives: 2006 E350 and 2009 ML 350	if it is a joke you can unsubscribe

06-18-2009, 01:23 PM	#39
nickmen Newbie Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: TX Posts: 10 Drives: 2006 E350 and 2009 ML 350	guys thank you for your responses and advice, the discussion point of resell value and such have helped me with my decision. Thanks again!

06-18-2009, 04:40 PM	#40
Friction Almost a Member! Join Date: Sep 2008 Posts: 66 Drives: 05 E55	The E55 looks really great with chrome wheels. Ask Jimmy about a special deal he has for you. MB Boerne has been great to deal with. San Antonio has some of the worst customer service in the country, these guys at MB Boerne are a pleasure.

06-18-2009, 10:24 PM	#45
grantwoodtx Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Kingwood, TX Posts: 30 Drives: E55 & E500	Must be the TX heat cause he's dazzed and confussed. E55 baby!!!!

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