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Trailer Park Casanova
01-14-2007, 10:09 AM
When I first came into HB forums, MB was the BFD car to own.
Always a MB thread of some sort.
Used to see them around the neighborhood too.
Now, narley a mention of MB in ***boats, neighbors quit buying them too it seems.
WTF?

JetBoatRich
01-14-2007, 10:15 AM
we like ours:D

Trailer Park Casanova
01-14-2007, 10:24 AM
we like ours:D
We were thinking a price-out.
When we checked them out they were pricy.
Wondering if others had the same experience.

JetBoatRich
01-14-2007, 10:56 AM
We were thinking a price-out.
When we checked them out they were pricy.
Wondering if others had the same experience.
My wife loves the car and the way they treat her at the dealer when it is in for service, free rental car, etc. It is our first MB and not the high end ride either, but they treat us great.

GHT
01-14-2007, 11:02 AM
Maybe this year (later) we will be pulling the trigger on a CLS500. Just love that car...

dossangers
01-14-2007, 12:20 PM
Mbz had another record year up 20%! We sold over 600 units in december alone ! Newport did 800+ top 2 dealers in the nation are 14 miles apart! So let me know when your ready ill give you a Quote Wayne 949 584-1711!

Jrocket
01-14-2007, 12:27 PM
I like my E55,and we might be getting another Mercedes for the wife if the BMW deal doesnt go through.
Maybe this year (later) we will be pulling the trigger on a CLS500. Just love that car...
CLS55....much better for you,trust me.:D

Kilrtoy
01-14-2007, 12:27 PM
Maybe this year (later) we will be pulling the trigger on a CLS500. Just love that car...
WTF. I guess they will have to match their plates then.....:D
I was thinking the same thing, but the wife wants another vette

Jrocket
01-14-2007, 12:33 PM
WTF. I guess they will have to match their plates then.....:D
I was thinking the same thing, but the wife wants another vette
Vette?...I like that girl.I would really like to get an 05 or newer Z06 but Im not sure how much I'd really drive it.The new fron ends on the Vette just look so good.

Kilrtoy
01-14-2007, 12:36 PM
Vette?...I like that girl.I would really like to get an 05 or newer Z06 but Im not sure how much I'd really drive it.The new fron ends on the Vette just look so good.
It was a very expensive dust colletor that just sat in the garage...

shockwaveharry
01-14-2007, 12:42 PM
...Newport did 800+...
Try 1200+ cars sold in December, beating last years record by something like 50 cars! That's a shitload of sales for the giant red ribbon industry too.
when you build something as cool as this, they're gunna sell...
http://carsmedia.ign.com/cars/image/article/715/715172/preview-mercedes-cl-class-20060627025821247.jpg

Jrocket
01-14-2007, 01:25 PM
Newport did 1200 cars alone?

GHT
01-14-2007, 01:31 PM
WTF. I guess they will have to match their plates then.....:D
I was thinking the same thing, but the wife wants another vette
I wish I could talk Lee into getting a 2006 Z06 but she is hooked on the CLS500 and I have to admit it has really started to grow on me.

Jrocket
01-14-2007, 01:33 PM
I wish I could talk Lee into getting a 2006 Z06 but she is hooked on the CLS500 and I have to admit it has really started to grow on me.
Have you driven the CLS55?

GHT
01-14-2007, 01:36 PM
I like my E55,and we might be getting another Mercedes for the wife if the BMW deal doesnt go through.
CLS55....much better for you,trust me.:D
Isn't the CLS55 a two door?

GHT
01-14-2007, 01:37 PM
Have you driven the CLS55?
No, what are the specs? Is it an upgraded CLS500?

Jrocket
01-14-2007, 01:58 PM
No, what are the specs? Is it an upgraded CLS500?
Yep.4 door with the AMG 5.5 Kompressor motor,same as the one in the E55's etc.The new CLS63 are out so most places are giving great deals on the CLS55's.They look incredible with aftermarket wheels also.
http://www.dannysteyn.com/amg-challenge/amg-challenge-homestead-miami-20005-0104.jpg

unleashed
01-14-2007, 02:04 PM
I went from Mercedez to BMW. I think you get more bang for your buck with the 7 series compared to the S class.
Deano
UnleashedHardcoreApparel (http://www.unleashedclothing.com):devil:

GHT
01-14-2007, 02:59 PM
Yep.4 door with the AMG 5.5 Kompressor motor,same as the one in the E55's etc.The new CLS63 are out so most places are giving great deals on the CLS55's.They look incredible with aftermarket wheels also.
http://www.dannysteyn.com/amg-challenge/amg-challenge-homestead-miami-20005-0104.jpg
Very Nice! I drove an E55 and it was a total thrill. I could go with some of the smaller cars with the AMG option but the AMG on the bigger cars really puts them a little out of reach for what I'm willing to spend. So my choice is as follows:
Smaller Benz with possible AMG package
Large Benz without AMG... The CLS500 and 550 are (IMO) probably the best looking cars on the road. Then, if you add wheels it just puts them over the top.

Kilrtoy
01-14-2007, 03:02 PM
I went from Mercedez to BMW. I think you get more bang for your buck with the 7 series compared to the S class.
Deano
UnleashedHardcoreApparel (http://www.unleashedclothing.com):devil:
And they are cheaper price wise....which is always a good thing

Jrocket
01-14-2007, 03:02 PM
Very Nice! I drove an E55 and it was a total thrill. I could go with some of the smaller cars with the AMG option but the AMG on the bigger cars really puts them a little out of reach for what I'm willing to spend. So my choice is as follows:
Smaller Benz with possible AMG package
Large Benz without AMG... The CLS500 and 550 are (IMO) probably the best looking cars on the road. Then, if you add wheels it just puts them over the top.
Sent you a PM.

ratso
01-14-2007, 03:05 PM
And they are cheaper price wise....which is always a good thing
...always???http://***boat.com/ubb/graemlins/idea_2.gif :D

photo chick
01-14-2007, 03:07 PM
Very Nice! I drove an E55 and it was a total thrill. I could go with some of the smaller cars with the AMG option but the AMG on the bigger cars really puts them a little out of reach for what I'm willing to spend. So my choice is as follows:
Smaller Benz with possible AMG package
Large Benz without AMG... The CLS500 and 550 are (IMO) probably the best looking cars on the road. Then, if you add wheels it just puts them over the top.
Go for the CLK with the AMG pkg...that's what I drive and love it...it's a two door and more around 60k

shockwaveharry
01-14-2007, 03:26 PM
Newport did 1200 cars alone?
Unbelievable, huh? That's more cars than some dealers sell in a year! One salesperson alone sold 90 cars, how would you like to see his bonus check?
Wayne knows who I'm talking about!
I'm a big fan of BMW too, that V10 is a work of art! I-Drive has gotta go though... I haven't seen the "improved" version yet but the old one was crazy!

Jrocket
01-14-2007, 03:31 PM
Unbelievable, huh? That's more cars than some dealers sell in a year! One salesperson alone sold 90 cars, how would you like to see his bonus check?
Wayne knows who I'm talking about!
I'm a big fan of BMW too, that V10 is a work of art! I-Drive has gotta go though... I haven't seen the "improved" version yet but the old one was crazy!
I have a friend who owns a MB dealership and I heard a rumor they were in the 400 range for Dec.1200 is crazy.90 for one salesman? Sheesh...thats alot of talking to do.
I wanted the new M5 badly but couldnt swing the deal,ended up with an E55 instead.Which now Im glad I did because im more into acceleration numbers than cornering or anything else.Right now Im looking to get into the new 335i really soon.I-drive...yuck.

GHT
01-14-2007, 03:39 PM
Sent you a PM.
Went to the site... Very nice, for sure! I saved a pic and was goin to post it in this thread BUT I can't seem to get the picture Uploaded to my Gallery:confused:

Jrocket
01-14-2007, 03:41 PM
Went to the site... Very nice, for sure! I saved a pic and was goin to post it in this thread BUT I can't seem to get the picture Uploaded to my Gallery:confused:
Let me guess,the black one on page 2? I just used the pic and pasted it here.:confused:

GHT
01-14-2007, 03:45 PM
Let me guess,the black one on page 2? I just used the pic and pasted it here.:confused:
Didn't get to page 2.. But I will later. We want a Black one though but the Silver one (there are a crap load of pics of it) with the crome 5 spoke wheels (each spoke is made of three smaller spokes).

phebus
01-14-2007, 03:48 PM
Don, this was posted in another thread, is it your's? :D :D :D
http://www.v-drivevideo.com/jerrysgallery/albums/userpics/normal_DSC01025.JPG

GHT
01-14-2007, 03:49 PM
The Black one on Page 2 is "off the hook".. Holy crap! That's what I want....:jawdrop: :D

Jrocket
01-14-2007, 03:52 PM
Didn't get to page 2.. But I will later. We want a Black one though but the Silver one (there are a crap load of pics of it) with the crome 5 spoke wheels (each spoke is made of three smaller spokes).
http://img125.imageshack.us/img125/6513/img2215smnw2.jpg
I thought you liked this one.
http://mbworld.org/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=61200&stc=1&d=1127194752
You mean this one.

Boatcop
01-14-2007, 03:53 PM
When I first came into HB forums, MB was the BFD car to own.
Always a MB thread of some sort.
Used to see them around the neighborhood too.
Now, narley a mention of MB in ***boats, neighbors quit buying them too it seems.
WTF?
Rhinos are the new Benz.
:D

GHT
01-14-2007, 03:53 PM
Don, this was posted in another thread, is it your's? :D :D :D
http://www.v-drivevideo.com/jerrysgallery/albums/userpics/normal_DSC01025.JPG
Yea, I saw it too and was about the jump on the band wagon, but I didn't want to Jack the thread while everyone was busy bashing Wes. I use it to pull the boat. Maybe You'll see me at the launch ramp.:D :idea:
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/3042Birthdays_and_N_M_084.jpg
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/3042Jan_06_to_133.jpg
I gotta Balloon too..:D

GHT
01-14-2007, 03:55 PM
http://img125.imageshack.us/img125/6513/img2215smnw2.jpg
I thought you liked this one.
http://mbworld.org/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=61200&stc=1&d=1127194752
You mean this one.
Yea, but the black one is nicer, I would have to say. But really I love them both:cry: :cry: :D

Jrocket
01-14-2007, 04:10 PM
Yeah....So whats with the cow print anyway?

shockwaveharry
01-14-2007, 04:13 PM
Rhinos are the new Benz.
:D
Yah, right. And orange is the new pink... I don't think so!!!!

GHT
01-14-2007, 04:16 PM
Yeah....So whats with the cow print anyway?
It's Dalmatian spots but EVERYONE on HB swears it's a cow.. Oh, well the spots have been the brunt of many jokes. Gotta admit I've laughed may ass off to many of them. :D :D

GHT
01-14-2007, 04:18 PM
Yah, right. And orange is the new pink... I don't think so!!!!
I thought Pink was redefined as Salmon? Guess when a guy is wearing a "Salmon" colored shirt it doesn't make him AS gay..:confused: :idea: :D

Kilrtoy
01-14-2007, 04:18 PM
Rhinos are the new Benz.
:D
That would be for DCB owners only
Yah, right. And orange is the new pink... I don't think so!!!!
This is the rest of the boat owners
http://www.topgear.com/content/timetoburn/sections/carbage/pages/0162/main.jpg

dossangers
01-14-2007, 04:22 PM
http://www.exelerocar.com/images/exelero/exelero-2.jpgI went from Mercedez to BMW. I think you get more bang for your buck with the 7 series compared to the S class.
Deano
UnleashedHardcoreApparel (http://www.unleashedclothing.com):devil:
You get what you pay for The new S is the nicest big sedan out there drive one and you will know I just delivered an S-65 21'' wheels lowered 1 of the BADDEST SEDANS on the planet besides the maybach S now were talking!!I saw this car in person 2 weeks ago the Maybach EXELERO Bad of the Baddest

JetBoatRich
01-14-2007, 04:49 PM
! One salesperson alone sold 90 cars, how would you like to see his bonus check?
That would be a nice Christmas Bonus:D

unleashed
01-14-2007, 05:06 PM
http://www.exelerocar.com/images/exelero/exelero-2.jpg
You get what you pay for The new S is the nicest big sedan out there drive one and you will know I just delivered an S-65 21'' wheels lowered 1 of the BADDEST SEDANS on the planet besides the maybach S now were talking!!I saw this car in person 2 weeks ago the Maybach EXELERO Bad of the Baddest
Maybach is a whole different story and a whole different class of buyer $$$$$$$....if I had the dough you'd better believe I'd have one. I drove the 600 and the 7 series...IMO the 7 series was a much nicer drive and roomier. Not knocking mercedez at all. I owned an e420 lorinser and it was one of the best looking cars at the time. After that I went to Mercedez to trade it in and get a new car...drove the 600 and they didnt want to deal at all. I then walked next door to BMW drove the 7 series and my wife and I were blown away by the handling and room. The Idrive I dont car for to much but driving wise its a great car.
Deano
UnleashedHardcoreApparel (http://www.unleashedclothing.com):devil:

shockwaveharry
01-14-2007, 05:49 PM
There is only one of these in the world, but recently, Maybach announced it would build a few more for those willing to pay the 1.5M dollar (or something like that) asking price.
I saw this one up close at Pebble Beach last year... It is HUGE! And it's a 200MPH+ vehicle!!
http://i88.photobucket.com/albums/k186/shockwaveharry/Cars012.jpg

Jrocket
01-14-2007, 07:56 PM
http://www.rogerver.com/album/Sacramento%20California%20Dec%2023rd%202006/slides/IMG_5490.JPG
Lets see a 7 series BMW do this.
S65 with some goodies done to it.

catman-do
01-15-2007, 08:45 AM
I personally like the CLS the best. Very nice looking car. Here in socal you dont need the 55, dont need the v12's, etc... Which one of you think your going to open that thing up on the 405? 91? 55? Those motors and suspension upgrades are useless around here. I like the look of the 7 series, 5 series, new 3 series coupe, and cls. I wouldnt buy a 5 series though because they are pop riveted together. You get into a fender bender with that and expect to pay 5x as much.

C-2
01-15-2007, 08:50 AM
Here in socal you dont need the 55,
Uh, yeah I do. Even got the wifey onboard for it. Hopefully this year. :)

Jrocket
01-15-2007, 10:31 AM
I personally like the CLS the best. Very nice looking car. Here in socal you dont need the 55, dont need the v12's, etc... Which one of you think your going to open that thing up on the 405? 91? 55? Those motors and suspension upgrades are useless around here. I like the look of the 7 series, 5 series, new 3 series coupe, and cls. I wouldnt buy a 5 series though because they are pop riveted together. You get into a fender bender with that and expect to pay 5x as much.
Huh? No 55's in Ca? Theres speed limits in every state,so what makes Ca any different?
Any proof on that 5x more comment?Sounds like you pulled that out of thin air is all.

spectras only
01-15-2007, 11:09 AM
... It is HUGE! And it's a 200MPH+ vehicle!!
http://i88.photobucket.com/albums/k186/shockwaveharry/Cars012.jpg
Where could you get that car up to 200+ , except a speedway ?:idea:
I can't even use the power and speed of my 04 Lincoln LS V8 without getting in trouble :D

spectras only
01-15-2007, 11:18 AM
I personally like the old school Benz , when leather was real , real wood dash and lots of chrome. When we cruised in my friend's 59 SL 190 , that was the shit :) . Now , every Dick & Harry drives a Bimmer or Benz ;) .J/K :D .
I really like the AMG models most .
http://www.ritzsite.net/190SL/07_190SL.htm
http://www.mbzponton.org/pax058/people/photogallery190.htm

andy01
01-15-2007, 11:29 AM
http://img125.imageshack.us/img125/6513/img2215smnw2.jpg
I thought you liked this one.
http://mbworld.org/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=61200&stc=1&d=1127194752
You mean this one.
The second one looks just like Hermans ride, well his better halfs ride. Hers is amg with big wheels and a bunch of other shit he had done, very very nice car! Also Riverlivers wife drives one as well, he loves the car.
And Johnny your car is pretty bad to.......that night of burn outs was fun... :D
I still love my 05 convert Vette though, it may not be as quit and soft as a Benz but it is a tire burner!

Chipster27
01-15-2007, 01:13 PM
I saw this car in person 2 weeks ago the Maybach EXELERO Bad of the Baddest
I got to see it up close and personal also.
http://www.webs4racers.com/cars-n-coffee/photos/DSC01005.JPG
dossangers I've bought 2 of my MBs from your dealership :D

dossangers
01-15-2007, 02:39 PM
I got to see it up close and personal also.
http://www.webs4racers.com/cars-n-coffee/photos/DSC01005.JPG
dossangers I've bought 2 of my MBs from your dealership :DLook me up when your in the dealership!! say hi

Sherpa
01-15-2007, 04:10 PM
I like the rims on the silver car alot... anyone know the make/model of the
wheels-??
edit: I think I found them... Bonetti wheels-?
I got to drive an E320 in Paris France for a week..... nicest rental car I've
ever driven.. I'd love to own a new E350..
--Sherpa

photo chick
01-15-2007, 04:13 PM
Where could you get that car up to 200+ , except a speedway ?:idea:
I can't even use the power and speed of my 04 Lincoln LS V8 without getting in trouble :D
You need to buy the option where you buy it in Studgard, drive it on the autobahn then have it shipped home. If you got the money to buy it, buy it that way!!!!!!!!

spectras only
01-15-2007, 04:21 PM
You need to buy the option where you buy it in Studgard, drive it on the autobahn then have it shipped home. If you got the money to buy it, buy it that way!!!!!!!!
Haven't been in Stuttgart , but drove on the autostrada in Italy , where
Ferraris and Lambos roam :D

photo chick
01-15-2007, 04:25 PM
Haven't been in Stuttgart , but drove on the autostrada in Italy , where
Ferraris and Lambos roam :D
The only thing good in Stuttgart (I sure spelled it wrong) is Mercedes....you're not missing anything! Italy is much much nicer!

Jrocket
01-15-2007, 05:22 PM
The Black one on Page 2 is "off the hook".. Holy crap! That's what I want....:jawdrop: :D
What about this one?
http://www.hotboatpics.com/pics/data/500/1693DSC01521.jpg

spectras only
01-15-2007, 06:40 PM
The only thing good in Stuttgart (I sure spelled it wrong) is Mercedes....you're not missing anything! Italy is much much nicer!
Island of Capri , Blue Grotto , Funicolare , mamma mia :D .
Spent 8 months in Italy , highly recommend it to anyone . Don't go to Venice during low tide though :) .

RiverDave
01-16-2007, 12:19 PM
http://www.rogerver.com/album/Sacramento%20California%20Dec%2023rd%202006/slides/IMG_5490.JPG
Lets see a 7 series BMW do this.
S65 with some goodies done to it.
Well it's not a 7 series... :D
BMW with some Goodies done to it (http://videos.streetfire.net/video/fc0e32c4-ed4d-494f-929c-9867016390cd.htm)
7.9 second 1/4
RD

GHT
01-16-2007, 01:32 PM
What about this one?
http://www.hotboatpics.com/pics/data/500/1693DSC01521.jpg
Damn that is nice too.. I love the off-set wheels.. I was looking at the CLS550 this morning at the dealer this morning. What is the diff between the 500 and the 550? 78 g's for a 550 with AMG wheels and suspention (but not a full AMG) and paddle shifter.
Is that about market? or are there better deals?

TAF
01-16-2007, 01:53 PM
The only thing good in Stuttgart (I sure spelled it wrong) is Mercedes....you're not missing anything! Italy is much much nicer!
There has to be at least a couple beer breweries there. When I was in W. Germany in the early 80's we we able to stop at many breweries. They had street signs on the autobahn overpasses say which direction to all the breweries....yum! I've never been to Italy but would love to go some day for the wine and history. Maybe see the F1 race in Milan.
I use to love driving my Mom's red 380SL convertible to school in '81, usually to my soccer games against rivals Hart and Canyon High. We also had a brown 280SL and light blue 280SL, both convertibles.

Jrocket
01-16-2007, 02:39 PM
Damn that is nice too.. I love the off-set wheels.. I was looking at the CLS550 this morning at the dealer this morning. What is the diff between the 500 and the 550? 78 g's for a 550 with AMG wheels and suspention (but not a full AMG) and paddle shifter.
Is that about market? or are there better deals?
I'd look at a CPO CLS55 first then a CPO CLS550/500 then I'd look at the new ones.CPO cars are great buys,and FULL warranties front ot rear.
Check you pm's.

photo chick
01-16-2007, 02:52 PM
Island of Capri , Blue Grotto , Funicolare , mamma mia :D .
Spent 8 months in Italy , highly recommend it to anyone . Don't go to Venice during low tide though :) .
Haven't been to Blue Grotto or Funicolare???? Have been to Capri, Sicily, Venice a couple times, Rome, and a few others but my favorite is anywhere in the Amalfi Coast!!!
I'd love to spend 8 months there...Cool thing while there are the standard rentals are Benz.

spectras only
01-16-2007, 03:23 PM
Haven't been to Blue Grotto or Funicolare???? Have been to Capri, Sicily, Venice a couple times, Rome, and a few others but my favorite is anywhere in the Amalfi Coast!!!
I'd love to spend 8 months there...Cool thing while there are the standard rentals are Benz.
PC , the funicolare is the car that goes on cogwheels at 45 * angle to take you up to the top , full of shops and awesome scenery .Something similar to Catalina Island [ never been there yet] I guess . You have to be in Capri when it's low tide to go into the Blue Grotto [ Blue Cave ] . It has a small opening to enter from the sea by small rowboats , and it glows blue inside . The mediterranian sea or the adriatic sea on the east side is something one has to experience in a lifetime . I had a job offer while there and was very tempted to stay . I wouldn't have to put up with much snow now at the Amalfi coast :idea:

photo chick
01-16-2007, 04:25 PM
PC , the funicolare is the car that goes on cogwheels at 45 * angle to take you up to the top , full of shops and awesome scenery .Something similar to Catalina Island [ never been there yet] I guess . You have to be in Capri when it's low tide to go into the Blue Grotto [ Blue Cave ] . It has a small opening to enter from the sea by small rowboats , and it glows blue inside . The mediterranian sea or the adriatic sea on the east side is something one has to experience in a lifetime . I had a job offer while there and was very tempted to stay . I wouldn't have to put up with much snow now at the Amalfi coast :idea:
Dah....excuse my blonde moment!! I figured it was some town that the car was named after...they do have some unusual names there...
The cave....does it have a tunnel you can get out of and walk up a million rock steps? It was used for pirates? If so I've been to it.
No snow here but tons of ice....would rather be in Italy anytime, it would've been hard to turn a job down there!

Trailer Park Casanova
01-16-2007, 04:51 PM
I had a job offer while there and was very tempted to stay . I wouldn't have to put up with much snow now at the Amalfi coast :idea:
The women there are beautiful,, awesome ladies,, they all dress nice,, act like every day is a romantic adventure,,
-and it is.

spectras only
01-16-2007, 07:21 PM
The women there are beautiful,, awesome ladies,, they all dress nice,, act like every day is a romantic adventure,,
-and it is.
Sorry Casanova , the real nice ones were the hookers parading on the Via Veneto in Rome :D . Most women were a bit chubby , possibly eating too much pasta:idea: :) . I yet to see another beautiful italian woman like Gina Lollobrigida [ Lollo as Vittorio Sica called her] . Sophia was another beauty (o)(o) :D , great actress , but somewhat less refined . Super friendly bunch of peeps .
The 3 most beautiful babes of Italy >http://www.bestprices.com/cgi-bin/vlink/701482000129.html?id=K8QQoH7J