Anyone have experience with buying Mercedes new?

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04-22-2019, 06:22 AM

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I haven't driven the AMG GT, but have driven plenty of other models and numb steering has been a constant. They certainly go where you point them, but the steering feel is quite lacking.

Its hard to beat the road feel of an S2000, and it’s harder to think of a car that is better for 4X the money... I bought my S2000 because of its similarities to the AMG GT Coupes, which are fantastic! Front-mid engine, rear-wheel drive, roadster... their proportions are similar, lines are somewhat similar. The GT’s are roughly 1,000 pounds heavier and automatic. So, even though the GT’s are obviously way more car in every regard, with the lighter weight and 3 pedals, there is still something extremely compelling about our cars!

Drive any AMG though and you will see, they are a different car than their MB counterpart.

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04-22-2019, 06:22 AM

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European Delivery is available on cars that are built in Europe. The A-Class has a system of factories built for it all around the world, and all outside of Europe.

Wilsonville is 10 miles south of Portland, OR. If you’re in the market shoot me a DM and I’ll put a reasonable quote, to include shipping, in front of you.

thank you.

Ok. I see the CLA is available for ED, and I am starting to like the reviews. I will keep your offer handy and when they are up for build on the site I will send you the particulars if I am interested. Thanks!

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04-22-2019, 06:26 AM

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this new CLA will be a great car! Specifically, the 35 and 45 variants.

The 45 is expected to land with 400+ hp! That will be a freaking blast!!! An absolute autoX annihilator!

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04-22-2019, 08:24 AM

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Drive any AMG though and you will see, they are a different car than their MB counterpart.

I have spent a decent amount of time driving a 2014 Mercedes-Benz CLS63 AMG S. Incredibly fast car, but dull. Goes where you want, massive brakes, but not very inspiring to drive outside of punching it on an open highway. Solid commuting car if gas mileage does not matter; good trunk space. Not a fan of the active seat bolsters and it would not even be on my radar as a car to purchase. Not many cars are faster, but who cares...