Merco
Active Member
I do and as some on this forum will know, I am awaiting delivery sooner rather than later (hopefully!).
But, having been on this forum for a little while it seems that the majority of newbies joining and being welcomed, as well as some of the old dog veterans who really know their stuff, are buying used cars, secondhand cars in good nick, either to drive or to tinker with. There is a noticeable paucity of members who have/ are purchasing cars new. Of course, that might just be my impression and am happy to stand corrected if wrong and apologies in advance if that proves to be the case.
However, if it is the case - is this a reflection of new MB prices, the perceived value of a new car, my own foolishness, or a general indication of the economic state, etc etc? Although, with the latter, one might expect purchasers of a prestige marque such as MB to be more robust in tough economic times.
I am of course referring here to private buyers and not fleet/ company car purchases which are subject to different dynamics.
I'd be interested in your thoughts...
But, having been on this forum for a little while it seems that the majority of newbies joining and being welcomed, as well as some of the old dog veterans who really know their stuff, are buying used cars, secondhand cars in good nick, either to drive or to tinker with. There is a noticeable paucity of members who have/ are purchasing cars new. Of course, that might just be my impression and am happy to stand corrected if wrong and apologies in advance if that proves to be the case.
However, if it is the case - is this a reflection of new MB prices, the perceived value of a new car, my own foolishness, or a general indication of the economic state, etc etc? Although, with the latter, one might expect purchasers of a prestige marque such as MB to be more robust in tough economic times.
I am of course referring here to private buyers and not fleet/ company car purchases which are subject to different dynamics.
I'd be interested in your thoughts...