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Well, OK, to be more accurate I don't want to own an AMG other than an SL or SLK. In MY opinion the loud engines and sportier (AKA stiffer) suspension don't suit anything other than sports cars. It's plain to see that very many people love their AMG saloons, estates and 4x4s, and that's their choice; a choice that's right for them. Just not for me.
Now don't get me wrong, I've enjoyed driving most of the very many AMGs I've driven over short distances. The SLK and SL versions, although not out and out sports cars I could at least accept as such, enjoying the louder exhausts and firmer ride because that's what they're meant to provide. But I see all other forms of car as being intended to carry mean around in comfort, preferably with sufficient performance to make the most of public roads.
When I bought my current car I had budget of around £40k. I've always wanted an Aston Martin and could have bought quite a nice used model for that money. But it wouldn't have been much use to occasionally take my octogenarian in-laws in the back! Nor would it be the best car to pop round to Tesco for the weekly shop. I realised that for the first time in nearly 20 years I was going to have to buy a saloon or estate. The C-class was small enough to fit my garage whilst offering the internal space I needed.
So, as someone who enjoys a bit of performance, many would think that a C63 just a couple of years old would fit the bill. Loads of power from a lovely big engine and looks great. But sorry, it's just not for ME. I find the ride too harsh for average use. I find the engine/exhaust sound too intrusive for average use.
So is that really too hard for some people to accept? A few recent threads appear to indicate that it is. A few AMG owners came across as indignant that anyone should chose a non-AMG car, despite it having better performance figures than say a C43. AMGs are what they want, and indeed what many aspire to. That's their choice. But it's not my choice. In the same way, I chose not to own a diesel.
I'm still delighted with the choice I made three years ago. I have the combination of power, handling and comfort that I want. I'm not defending my choice, just wondering why anyone thinks they have the right to criticise someone else for recently making the same (relatively exclusive) choice. We don't all want AMGs. Is that difficult to understand?
Now don't get me wrong, I've enjoyed driving most of the very many AMGs I've driven over short distances. The SLK and SL versions, although not out and out sports cars I could at least accept as such, enjoying the louder exhausts and firmer ride because that's what they're meant to provide. But I see all other forms of car as being intended to carry mean around in comfort, preferably with sufficient performance to make the most of public roads.
When I bought my current car I had budget of around £40k. I've always wanted an Aston Martin and could have bought quite a nice used model for that money. But it wouldn't have been much use to occasionally take my octogenarian in-laws in the back! Nor would it be the best car to pop round to Tesco for the weekly shop. I realised that for the first time in nearly 20 years I was going to have to buy a saloon or estate. The C-class was small enough to fit my garage whilst offering the internal space I needed.
So, as someone who enjoys a bit of performance, many would think that a C63 just a couple of years old would fit the bill. Loads of power from a lovely big engine and looks great. But sorry, it's just not for ME. I find the ride too harsh for average use. I find the engine/exhaust sound too intrusive for average use.
So is that really too hard for some people to accept? A few recent threads appear to indicate that it is. A few AMG owners came across as indignant that anyone should chose a non-AMG car, despite it having better performance figures than say a C43. AMGs are what they want, and indeed what many aspire to. That's their choice. But it's not my choice. In the same way, I chose not to own a diesel.
I'm still delighted with the choice I made three years ago. I have the combination of power, handling and comfort that I want. I'm not defending my choice, just wondering why anyone thinks they have the right to criticise someone else for recently making the same (relatively exclusive) choice. We don't all want AMGs. Is that difficult to understand?
something to do with jealousy since we can't afford one
I know it's a major "first world problem" having to "suffer" with just a E350cdi but I manage somehow.
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