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What is this discussion about? Jaguar XJR, Mercedes-Benz E-Class, BMW M5, Mercedes-Benz E55 AMG, Audi S6, Maserati Quattroporte, Audi S8, Sedan

#716 of 1038 by fenn Aug 07, 2003 (2:51 pm)
As elegant as it may have been, I am tall, and the old XJ was never a car that I could consider due to it's cramped interior and low slung passenger compartment. This tight interior inside of a large heavy car never worked for me.   Jaguar needed to fix this, and they did a good job in keeping a Jaguar look, while improving space and ergonomics. I agree that the old car is more crisp and elegant, but they needed to create more space.   They did such a good job that that it looks like I may have to bite the bullet, and get myself a 2004 XJR. Damn.
#717 of 1038 by pablo_l Aug 07, 2003 (4:11 pm)
I am 6'1, and I found the XJR beautifully cozy, and not claustrophobic. But of course you couldn't seat anyone behind me unless they were willing to amputate their legs previous to entering their car.   Can't go wrong with the XJR, old or new. Phenomenal car.
#718 of 1038 Regular or Premium Gas for the E320? by carging Aug 10, 2003 (5:15 am)
I am considering the purchase of a 2002 Mercedes E320. The manufacturer recommends premium gas, but I was able to use regular gas in my 6 cylinder 2000 Lexus ES300 on the advice of the mechanic) even though premium was recommended, with no problem. I would appreciate hearing from any 2002 E320 owners who use regular gas successfully, or anyone with any advice on this issue. Thank you.
#719 of 1038 by pat HOST Aug 10, 2003 (7:18 am)
Hi carging - I think your question will get more responses if you hop over to our ongoing Mercedes-Benz E-Class discussion and ask there. Just click on that link.   Welcome!
#720 of 1038 Price for E55 by shoes Aug 11, 2003 (7:55 pm)
I paid MSRP for my E55 which was around $83K plus taxes and licence of course.
#722 of 1038 shoes by westcoast323 Aug 14, 2003 (11:21 pm)
thanks 4 the info, i might try to get an out-of-the-door price that under $90k.
#723 of 1038 95 XJR purchase or not by commofficer Aug 15, 2003 (7:37 pm)
Bought a new Chrysler Pacifica for the wife and kids. Love it but I want a "new" car. I can buy a used 1995-96 XJR for less than 15K. This seems like a great deal for a car that will take me to work and back and sit in the hot Oklahoma sun all day during the work week. Does anyone have any bad stories about the early XJR and why I should not buy one? I love the new one but unfortunately, the funds needed to buy one go to more important, read kids, things. Any input from previous owners would be greatly appreciated. Anything specific to look for when shopping? What fails on this car?   I could lease the new X-Type for the $279/mo as advertised but the used XJR is so tempting and much bigger inside.   Thanks for the help Phil
#724 of 1038 by pablo_l Aug 16, 2003 (10:55 am)
The XJR is a great car, you'll enjoy it. I'd cautio against thinking it is more spacious inside than the X-Type, because it truly isn't. It is big outside, surprisingly cozy inside.   And truly take into consideration that the XJR is very expensive in maintenance. If kids are the priority, justifying $2k on new tries every 10k miles ("normal", Jaguar told me) can be hard to justify.   It's a great car, though, just not as utilitarian as its appearance might lead many people to conclude (and the car magazines never mention the "other side" in their big HP sedan articles).
#725 of 1038 Update for merc1 by shoes Aug 18, 2003 (8:40 am)
I don't have the CLK 500 or the C 32 anymore, just the E55 and the SL55. Once you have this engine everything else seems slow.   The CLK 500 seemed very soft after I got the other two AMG cars. I have to say that AMG works magic on Mercedes. Everything is sharper- brakes, suspension, throttle response, transmission. Driving the C 32 killed my affair with the CLK.   The C32 is more of a boy racer experience, it never relaxes. The suspension is firm, the steering is firm, you always hear the whine from the supercharger. This is usually great fun, but I wanted something more mature.   Someone in my office asked me the other day how I decide which AMG to drive. The E55 is very laid back and can pass for just another E class if you want it to. I also love how AMG dresses up the interiors with better leathers. The SL55 can be driven mildly as well, but the agressive sounding exhaust always eggs you on. Believe it or not, I think the E55 handles better than the SL55, crisper turn in and feels lighter on its feet. The dealer changed my pads on the SL55 and the brakes are quiet now.   I could live with either car as a full time ride.

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