Thinking about changing....
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Instructor
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Thinking about changing....
well as the title says i really fell in love with the CLS and was thinking about selling my vette
and get one of those, so anyone owns this car i would like to ask them several Q is it fun to drive and comfy like the S-class....reliable?? ......or talk me out of it!!
am all ears 
Thanks
and get one of those, so anyone owns this car i would like to ask them several Q is it fun to drive and comfy like the S-class....reliable?? ......or talk me out of it!! am all ears Thanks
Racer
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From: Morganton NC
Gorgeous cars. They make an AMG version, I think. But quite a different mode of transportation than the Corvette. I think that might be the difference; you sit in and steer the MB, but you drive the vette. I think of cars like that as very fast, good looking elevators.
Burning Brakes
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If you're thinking of selling the vert and buying used, you can probably get into an 07' CLS 550 for a few thousand more. You're going to miss the power though.
As for the CLS63, that's kinda outta your league unless you're willing to pony up quite a bit more.
As for the CLS63, that's kinda outta your league unless you're willing to pony up quite a bit more.
Racer
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The CLS is a beautiful car. My father is looking at picking one up, but were keeping the vette. We already have an SUV and Hopefully by this winter, we will add a CLS or an S-class. They aren't as reliable as corvettes but the comfort is unmatched. However, in your situation, I would definitely keep the vette. You will not get any attention in the CLS and will not get that sports car feel. But in the end, its your decision...
Race Director
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Real nice cars but they come at a big price, now and later on down the road. Just multiply Vette maint expenses by 3-4x and you got the price. MB's reliability is starting to improve from the days Chrysler was being an anchor for them. I would like to get an E550 someday but keep my Vette.
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Gorgeous cars. They make an AMG version, I think. But quite a different mode of transportation than the Corvette. I think that might be the difference; you sit in and steer the MB, but you drive the vette. I think of cars like that as very fast, good looking elevators.
, and am not getting the AMG version
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Only acceptable trades are: Z06 or ZR1. Everything else can be had in addition, not as a replacement of your vette. Thats the way we roll around here.
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The CLS is a beautiful car. My father is looking at picking one up, but were keeping the vette. We already have an SUV and Hopefully by this winter, we will add a CLS or an S-class. They aren't as reliable as corvettes but the comfort is unmatched. However, in your situation, I would definitely keep the vette. You will not get any attention in the CLS and will not get that sports car feel. But in the end, its your decision...
Real nice cars but they come at a big price, now and later on down the road. Just multiply Vette maint expenses by 3-4x and you got the price. MB's reliability is starting to improve from the days Chrysler was being an anchor for them. I would like to get an E550 someday but keep my Vette.
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the same thing iv heard from one of my friends (corvette racist), he even told me that am gonna regret my decision and very soon buy a vette!!
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Drifting
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, gorgeous, and serious performers that handle like four door Vettes, not Land Barges.Just outta curiosity.. Why sell the Vette to get a Sedan??? They are completely different type of cars. Keep both. I have never even considered my Vette for replacement. Even when I got my first one, as a struggling student/bartender years and years ago.. I still had an everyday car. Get the Benz.. or one of the superior Caddy's and have the best of both worlds.
Drifting
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From: Maryland
A Vette is a discretionary vehicle.. not a vehicle that should be regarded as just one of the "Fleet."
Like I said.. check out one of these:
STS-V if U need a lil extra size
or
CTS-V if U need to have the world's fastest V8 powered Sedan:
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Racer
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I owned a 2006 CLS55 AMG for two years. It was a great car. The benz is a completely different car than the C6. Pros- Great looks, interior, ride quality, fit and finish, performance, (the AMG versions haul xxx) mod friendly, (at least the CLS55). Cons- The back seat is worthless for anyone over 5'10", reliability, yes they break and when they do, they are expensive as hell to fix. Mine had several electrical gremlins over the two years. All covered by warranty, but concerning. Do not buy one without a warranty. Fuel economy with the AMG cars is dismal. Driven reasonably hard they are 10-12mpg cars at best.
IMO, a CLS is not a replacement for Vette. Nice car, but different beast. It is not in the same league as an S class, A8 or 7 Series. To each his own, good luck in your search.
IMO, a CLS is not a replacement for Vette. Nice car, but different beast. It is not in the same league as an S class, A8 or 7 Series. To each his own, good luck in your search.