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Discussion in 'General Automotive Discussion' started by sh4m, Feb 21, 2005.

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  1. sh4m

    sh4m Guest

    Nov 15, 2004
    90
    Hey guys... I'm looking for a new car- not many criteria...
    looking up to 100k...
    black/silver or any "interesting" color scheme that could be rare...
    i have a plethera of summer/sports cars and a pickup so im fine in both of those areas... dont know to go SUV or sedan or something like a used CL55?? help is needed. thanks guys!
     
  2. phong69

    phong69 Karting

    Aug 17, 2004
    228
    Raleigh, NC
    Full Name:
    Phong Nguyen
    What is your intended purpose for the car? Daily driver? How many do you need to carry?
     
  3. amslb182

    amslb182 Formula Junior

    Oct 3, 2004
    590
    Ct
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    Andrew LeGrant
    The CL55s can be had for about 100k if they're a few years old, If i were in your situation I'd be looking at the E55 AMG, or a Cayenne turbo depending on what your needs for the vehicle are. The E55s are under 100, and the Cayenne Turbo I believe is right around there.
     
  4. Tifosi66

    Tifosi66 Formula 3

    Nov 30, 2004
    1,786
    Jiang Jia Jie
    Full Name:
    Li-Ge
    If you are looking for an SUV, why not check out the new Range Rover Sport? Dunno whether it's already there but I believe its already launched in the UK. Slightly lower roofline, bigger wheels and supercharged to boot. Revised frontal appearance and overall gives a racier appearance and they come in funky colours too. Not sure about US prices though.
     
  5. sh4m

    sh4m Guest

    Nov 15, 2004
    90
    I used to have a 4.6is
    now i just have a big lexus suv that i dont really use much...
    I have a cl600 but it is more of a car i dont like to drive much...
    other than that i have a few ferrari's and the wife has a ml55...
    i guess i'd be looking for a 4 door, the e55 is nice- but i like to mod them with better wheels, engine chips, etc.
    Do any of you have any experience with the E55 or this new range rover- they both look very nice.
     
  6. amslb182

    amslb182 Formula Junior

    Oct 3, 2004
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    #6 amslb182, Feb 21, 2005
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    I found this pic yesterday on Fchat, Im not sure where I found it or who the car belongs to but i think he'd be the one you want to talk to about modding an E55.
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  7. Carrera_gtcrazy

    Carrera_gtcrazy F1 Veteran

    Oct 24, 2004
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    Munich, Germany
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    Stephan Bauer
  8. Dino Martini

    Dino Martini F1 Rookie

    Dec 21, 2004
    4,619
    Calgary Alberta
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    Martin
    get your self an IS300. There is a ton of mod's you can do to that car. From Neon and Glow to nitrous oxide and airflow.
     
  9. Modenafan

    Modenafan F1 World Champ
    Lifetime Rossa Owner

    Dec 19, 2004
    12,069
    Moorpark
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    Jon
    My friend has a 911 & E55. He says the 55 is scary fast. He hasn't done any mods yet. I got him the car for about $76k. It was a brass hat.
     
  10. VWH3RD

    VWH3RD Formula Junior

    Jan 22, 2003
    536
    Cherry Hill, NJ
    Hey sh4m,


    First please fill in your profile.

    Second in your original post you talk about about possibly buying a CL 55 but later you say you have a CL 600 that you don't drive. They are all but identical cars so I am confused. What is the reasoning?
     
  11. sh4m

    sh4m Guest

    Nov 15, 2004
    90
    they are defnately not identical... first of all- the cl55 has the amg package- breaks, exhaust, etc. They look a bit different too if you take a good look- different cars. and the cl600 is also a 2001 and i just got bored of it.
     
  12. lotustt

    lotustt Formula 3

    Aug 28, 2002
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    What ferrari's do you have?
     
  13. VWH3RD

    VWH3RD Formula Junior

    Jan 22, 2003
    536
    Cherry Hill, NJ
    sh4m I know the Benz line well. My point was most people would not have a CL 600 and then run out and buy a CL 55 without offing the CL 600.

    How about some pictures of your cars ? According to your posts you have one hell of a collection!
     
  14. UroTrash

    UroTrash Four Time F1 World Champ
    Consultant Owner

    Jan 20, 2004
    40,470
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    Clifford Gunboat
    He does have a great collection:

    550

    575

    355

    Testarossa

    360 spider

    360

    Zonda

    Various MBs

    a pick-up truck.

    The Zonda was a gift from a friend.

    I'd love to see pics of this great collection as well.
     
  15. parkerfe

    parkerfe F1 World Champ

    Sep 4, 2001
    12,887
    Cumming, Georgia
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    Franklin E. Parker
    Find a good used BMW e39 M5. Great as a daily driver, executive saloon and/or family car and a blast to drive anywhere including track events.
     
  16. VWH3RD

    VWH3RD Formula Junior

    Jan 22, 2003
    536
    Cherry Hill, NJ
    You forgot his "Big Lexus" that he says he hardly drives
     
  17. PWehmer

    PWehmer Formula 3

    Oct 15, 2002
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    Surrounded by Water
    #17 PWehmer, Feb 22, 2005
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  18. sh4m

    sh4m Guest

    Nov 15, 2004
    90
    i dont have a testa anymore...
    and i just sold the lexus lx :-/
    I'll take some pics this week sometime for ya...
    when does the new m5 come out? and how much will they be?
    Any people have the ability to compare an e55 and an m5??
    Thanks
     
  19. sh4m

    sh4m Guest

    Nov 15, 2004
    90
    Yea- most people think that they are the same care but the 12 of the cl600 never got my appeal as much as the 8 on the cl55... plus- my wife sometimes drives it in the summertime when she doesnt feel like an suv - so i cant really "off" it.
     
  20. UroTrash

    UroTrash Four Time F1 World Champ
    Consultant Owner

    Jan 20, 2004
    40,470
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    Full Name:
    Clifford Gunboat
    We're all in a lather.
     
  21. bernardo66

    bernardo66 The Crazy Cat Man
    Lifetime Rossa Owner

    Dec 14, 2003
    26,526
    Montreal Canada
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    Bernie
    Forget all that Benz crap!!! With the Ferraris that you own, I wouldn't bother with any other make. Tell me...got some photos of your collection?
     
  22. Sfumato

    Sfumato F1 World Champ

    Nov 1, 2003
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    #22 Sfumato, Feb 22, 2005
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  23. goober

    goober F1 World Champ

    Nov 15, 2004
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    Buddy Miles
    So Sh4m (aka sultan of Brunei), with soooo many vehicles at your disposal i am surprised you are not on the Robb Report for all time prime time wanker of the year. It must be hard being so fabulously wealthy that you have get on a chat line to ask what toy you should next drive!! one would think with all the dealerships at your disposal that you would have BMW or Benz just giving you a car because of your status.

    Is all your panderings the result of being an abused child, do tell, we would love to know what catatonic and demonic thoughts you possess. :(
     
  24. sh4m

    sh4m Guest

    Nov 15, 2004
    90
    What's wrong with having a love for cars?
    Hell, my house isn't anything spectacular, I just happen to enjoy cars a bit more. is that a crime? All of you here seem to enjoy them as well.
     
  25. bernardo66

    bernardo66 The Crazy Cat Man
    Lifetime Rossa Owner

    Dec 14, 2003
    26,526
    Montreal Canada
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    Bernie
    Yes but...our cars exist!
     

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