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Looking at a 1999 E55 AMG as a daily driver. Does NE1 own one?

Discussion in 'Other German' started by Da Hapa, Nov 15, 2005.

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  1. Da Hapa

    Da Hapa Formula Junior

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    #1 Da Hapa, Nov 15, 2005
    The car has about 60K on the clock and all factory maintenance has been done. It's in a color combo I like and other than some rim rash, it appears to be in very good shape.

    I've looked on Edmunds, and Inside Line and I haven't been able to find any good info.

    Does anyone have any experience with this model car? I'll be using it as a daily driver and I'm worried about reliability and maintenance.

    Any help would be appreciated.

    Thanks.

    Christian.
     
  2. Moving Chicane

    Moving Chicane Formula 3

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    #2 Moving Chicane, Nov 15, 2005
    Many MY1999 E55's had a transmission issue which required replacement of the entire transmission - check the records for the car and see if this was done. With 60K on the clock, any potential failure should have already happened; if it wasn't replaced yet (check for even the "management module") your probably fine.
     
  3. Da Hapa

    Da Hapa Formula Junior

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    #3 Da Hapa, Nov 17, 2005
    thanks
     
  4. parkerfe

    parkerfe F1 World Champ

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    #4 parkerfe, Nov 17, 2005
    Why buy a car with a slush box when you could get a faster-better handling M5 with a 6 speed for around the same price.
     
  5. Moving Chicane

    Moving Chicane Formula 3

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    #5 Moving Chicane, Nov 17, 2005
    Maybe he's saving the 6-speed for a sports car (or track car)?

     
  6. darth550

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    #6 darth550, Nov 17, 2005
    Maybe that's what he wants and you should buy what you want!
     
  7. Juice It

    Juice It F1 Rookie

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    #7 Juice It, Nov 17, 2005

    Who would want stick in a sedan? There is a reason why most are auto. And an M5 over an E55? No way.
     
  8. stephens

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    #8 stephens, Nov 17, 2005
    Ignorance is bliss....
    The M5 is an understeering pig. Have a look at track times comparing the two. Even with more power and manual tranny, the M5 struggles to beat an E55 around a track, all as a result of the E55's superior handling. IMO the M5 is for the guy who wants a family car and a sports car but can only afford one OTOH, the E55 is a great sporting family car.
     
  9. Da Hapa

    Da Hapa Formula Junior

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    #9 Da Hapa, Nov 18, 2005
    I've got a proper tranny in my weekend toy. This car is meant to be a daily commuter in LA/OC traffic. I've driven the M5 and while it's a fantastic car, frankly the clutch would kill me in S. CA traffic.

    In addition, the car I'm referencing is owned by a friend of a friend (original owner) and I'm being offered a very good deal on the car (relative to what they're going for in KBB and autotrader). Beggars can't be choosers.
     
  10. Auraraptor

    Auraraptor F1 World Champ
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    #10 Auraraptor, Nov 18, 2005
    Which E55?
     

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