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They are few and far between and going for well above MSRP.
I saw one in a magazine by a private seller that had a delivery number. He indicated that he was entertaining offers above $90k.
It sucks. But, that's the way it appears to be.
I hope Mercedes continues to evolve this product with further engineering updates but have not heard anything from any of the automotive publications.
I am glad you are ordering an 2001 E55, I have a silver version on order for September delivery.
I test drove a 99 E55 last night with 6,600 miles. It was a blast. The gas was very sensitive at first, I zoomed to 60mph in a couple of heartbeats. It felt glued to the road, much better than a BMW 528. I was very impressed that there were no chassis or tire noise. I had been concerned that, with the low-profile tires, there would be plenty of tire noise. But, I was surrounded by comfy seats and the sales-guy let me drove for nearly 30 minutes at speed up to 90mph. I thought the brakes were terrific, why would you want to replace them with Porsches??
I don't think so ! 450 is a little too much, indeed!
First happened at about 2k miles. Then today with about 3.5k miles now on it.
Anyone else have this happen? Any thoughts?
Thanks...
The BMW M5 is actually pretty nice looking. What the heck was MB thinking?
-Tim
I have the same concern you have- will they trump the current car in 2002. My guess is NO- first of all, they will probably wait until 2003 for the E-55. I hear that Mercedes doesn't want to produce many of these cars because they lose money on them. I think they will have lots of customers for the new body style and won't need to produce their image product right off the bat. I hear also that when they do the next E-55, it will be a supercharged V-8 and not a V-12. In any case, the fact that these details are not set seems to support the idea that we will have to wait until 2003 for the next E-55.
Who wants to wait two years to enjoy the best car in the world. Buy the 2001 and sell it for what you paid for it in two years, then get the 2003.
So, if you want the uniqueness in ownership, and a real UGLY car, and you have around $90,000 in cash, go for the E55. If you like to shift knobs to the point of growing corns in your palm, have $95,000 laying around, have real skinny short friends (who will love the tiny back seats...), then grab the M5 (get the aspen silver...).
Finally, I drove the E55 extensively, and beauty is indeed 'within'! That, my friend is why Julia Roberts married Lyle Lovetts years ago...
1.you called the E class ugly and sells less than the 5 series
2.you knock the M5 because it has a manual transmission and small interior
3. then you say you drive the E55, but want a green M5
make up your mind and stick with one car!!! if you dont like the E55 styling, live with it or give it to me!!!
Ferrarri11,
The S6 does come to the U.S. for the 2002 model year. We get the S8 this winter (around December) and a W12 version of the A8 sometime between now and next spring.
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also, what's the deal with the new big VW D type?
why is volkswagen trying to conquer the luxury market now with audi already doing that?
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The new M3 will have this feature as well.
So ... I don't think the problem is occuring as you mentioned.
12-24 months. Whatup with that? is this true ?Thanks Reeddow
That said, I still would want one.
M
Honestly didn't like the J tranny(even though it is mercedes) and didn't like the dash. Seats were uncomfortable and the engine whine from the supercharger was annoying.
However it does make a dashing figure!
There are used Ms and Es here in the New York markets too, but I just don't want to pay up for 2nd hand cars. Also, the 2001s have some extras, not to forget about the extra year of tweaking by AMG.
Paul
This car has the power, handling, and control to duel with any of the high performance German sedans. The only thing it doesn't have is an exorbitant price, selling for the equivalent of about $28,000US.
Don't get me wrong, I would love an E55 or M5, but the B4 is a little more realistically priced, plus you could have a nice little M3 roadster or Boxster on top for the sunny days!
saved 60,000 dollars and got a better car.
It's faster, quieter and definately smoother.
Any one with any doubts about choosing between the E55, XJR, or M5 just needs to drive them. The choice is clear. E55! E55!! E55!!! E55!!!!
Any questions?
I am in the process of deciding between the E55, the S500 with sports package, or the S600.
I am going nuts right now...
THE S500 SPORT LOOKS BETTER, BUT NO AMG UPGRADES.
THE S600 ALSO LACKS THE AMG UPGRADES AND IS NOW SELLING FOR 20K OVER MSRP. (THATS 140K).
YOUR BEST BET IS THE E55 OR WAITING 18M FOR THE
S55 AMG. CURRENTLY ONLY AVAILABLE IN EUROPE.
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