Considering a W211 E55K

[AngryDog]

Thanks Jimi.

Is there any reason to take a 63 over a 55? The 63 is a better looking car imo. Are there any spec differences?

 

[m2287]

I have an s55 AMG for sale - much rarer than the e55!

 

[Alex]

Thanks Jimi.

Is there any reason to take a 63 over a 55? The 63 is a better looking car imo. Are there any spec differences?

E63 211 is a newer car but it's a dead end for enthusiast unless you're a massive 55K fan and add a supercharger. M156 63 engine is a one trick pony that shines in only one chassis and that is not the 211. 63 owners tend to change their cars quickly, only want more noise out of them to upset neighbours and are constantly worried about the repair bills, service costs or monthly payments.

The 55 owners are less impulsive with their choice as it is usually carefully calculated, planned and executed. They tend to hang on to their cars much longer, have a lot more fun playing with them on tracks and runways, have better jobs, prettier wives, better looking children etc. You get the idea.

Get the 55 and swap the front end to the 63. This is what 95% of E55 owners on this planet do. Cheap and cheerful.

 

[C36fan]

E63 211 is a newer car but it's a dead end for enthusiast unless you're a massive 55K fan and add a supercharger. M156 63 engine is a one trick pony that shines in only one chassis and that is not the 211. 63 owners tend to change their cars quickly, only want more noise out of them to upset neighbours and are constantly worried about the repair bills, service costs or monthly payments.

The 55 owners are less impulsive with their choice as it is usually carefully calculated, planned and executed. They tend to hang on to their cars much longer, have a lot more fun playing with them on tracks and runways, have better jobs, prettier wives, better looking children etc. You get the idea.

Get the 55 and swap the front end to the 63. This is what 95% of E55 owners on this planet do. Cheap and cheerful.

B0ll0x!

 

[merc85]

B0ll0x!

I take it you disagree Bruno

 

[C36fan]

I take it you disagree Bruno

Don't take me wrong mate E55k is awesome but M156 is a masterpiece.

 

[daveenty]

In a C Class...

 

[merc85]

Don't take me wrong mate E55k is awesome but M156 is a masterpiece.

I think i'd miss the Forced induction sensation of a 55k if i went to a m156 (i dont know) never driven one, Now a 5.5 bi turbo that would be a whole different world lol

 

[AMGeed]

Is there any reason to take a 63 over a 55?

In an E class, none whatsoever.

As above, the 5.5 Biturbo engined E63 is a different matter. That is the dogs danglies.

 

[Deleted member 37751]

The 55 owners are less impulsive with their choice as it is usually carefully calculated, planned and executed. They tend to hang on to their cars much longer, have a lot more fun playing with them on tracks and runways, have better jobs, prettier wives, better looking children etc. You get the idea.
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Not forgetting as well Alex that the 55K was fitted to the finest Mercedes ever made; the SLR.

 

[C36fan]

In an E class, none whatsoever.

As above, the 5.5 Biturbo engined E63 is a different matter. That is the dogs danglies.

Take your pick! ;-)

 

[AMGeed]

^ The CLS everyday Bruno

 

[rlowy]

I think i'd miss the Forced induction sensation of a 55k if i went to a m156 (i dont know) never driven one, Now a 5.5 bi turbo that would be a whole different world lol

Having had both, when I owned the E55K I always thought that was a very quick car in standard form until you have a E63 Bi Turbo which puts power and performance into a new perspective.

From what I have read, the new E63 moves this forward again....gosh!

Regards

Richard

 

[merc85]

Having had both, when I owned the E55K I always thought that was a very quick car in standard form until you have a E63 Bi Turbo which puts power and performance into a new perspective.

From what I have read, the new E63 moves this forward again....gosh!

Regards

Richard

Yes i've been in a 5.5 Bi-Turbo and it was crushing lol

 

[Alex]

Yes i've been in a 5.5 Bi-Turbo and it was crushing lol

Was it Dave's 860bhp monster?

 

[AngryDog]

How does the 55k handle higher miles? Would you walk away from a sub 10k car?

 

[french]

The Engine & box generally handle High miles quite well if the correct servicing has been adhered to. Its the Suspension & brakes that can cause your wallet to go on a fast diet though. One last thing AD , I see you have a M5 E39 , nice car, the E55 will not handle as well as your M5, might pull away sharper but after a M5 E39 it may disappoint in the bendies?

 

[AMGeed]

The Engine & box generally handle High miles quite well if the correct servicing has been adhered to. Its the Suspension & brakes that can cause your wallet to go on a fast diet though.

I'd concur with this only to add when the suspension and brake components do need replacing, the AMG parts are not unduly expensive in the grand scheme of things. (eg front discs and pads for around £200 isn't expensive)

It must always be remembered these cars were circa £70k new.Keeping on top of jobs during ownership is very important.

And to answer the OP other question, no I wouldn't walk away from a sub £10k car. Buy on condition and regular servicing. There are still good cars to be had for under £10k.

 

[merc85]

How does the 55k handle higher miles? Would you walk away from a sub 10k car?

Read my Brutus thread, Think ive covered most basis at 107k

 

[AngryDog]

The Engine & box generally handle High miles quite well if the correct servicing has been adhered to. Its the Suspension & brakes that can cause your wallet to go on a fast diet though. One last thing AD , I see you have a M5 E39 , nice car, the E55 will not handle as well as your M5, might pull away sharper but after a M5 E39 it may disappoint in the bendies?

The type of driving I get to do these days the E55 will suit me fine I reckon. My M5 is also tired at 144k miles. IF I was going to keep it then I would be supercharging it, but with all the bits it needs, £20k is a lot to spend when the E55 already has big brakes and a supercharger, and I can find one with less rust lol

I'd concur with this only to add when the suspension and brake components do need replacing, the AMG parts are not unduly expensive in the grand scheme of things. (eg front discs and pads for around £200 isn't expensive)

It must always be remembered these cars were circa £70k new.Keeping on top of jobs during ownership is very important.

And to answer the OP other question, no I wouldn't walk away from a sub £10k car. Buy on condition and regular servicing. There are still good cars to be had for under £10k.

Similar to my M5, though the front brakes are around £150 more.

Read my Brutus thread, Think ive covered most basis at 107k

Yeah I have read that, I think you've been unlucky in some respects with what you have had to do.