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#1 of 6 Article Comments - 2007 Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG Follow-Up Test by KarenS HOST May 07, 2007 (7:15 am)
Check out our 2007 MB E63 AMG follow-up test and let us know what you think.   Follow-Up Test: 2007 Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG Replies to this message: habitat1 (Jun 19, 2007 5:09 am) powrbnz (Jul 02, 2007 11:56 pm) richardga73 (Aug 23, 2007 6:25 pm) unbiased1 (Feb 02, 2008 7:57 pm) rockypaul (Feb 04, 2008 9:32 am)
#2 of 6 Re: Article Comments - 2007 Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG Follow-Up Test [KarenS] by habitat1 Jun 19, 2007 (5:09 am)
Replying to: KarenS (May 07, 2007 7:15 am) A great car for those who have IQ's roughly equal to the shoe size of their lead filled right foot.   I have now driven no less than 6 AMG models over the past several years and the conclusion for all of them is the same. If you get your rocks off of being an idiot at a stoplight, this is the best, most foolproof, car to use to reach supreme idiocracy. You don't even have to think about shifting gears, since even in the SL and SLK models, AMG engineers are incapable of inserting a manual transmission. Probably just as good, since their SLK350 6-speed feels like a Peterbuilt dog-leg compared to the 6-speed in a 911 or, better yet, a $30k Honda S2000.   Of course, there are times when you might want to use a $75,000 to $175,000 car to do something other than mimic a funny car on a drag strip. And maybe even drive on some winding roads on which you have to actually turn the steering wheel. At which point, the AMG's fall so far behind a BMW M car or Porsche as to not be comparable. The Edmunds article falls short in making this distinction. Perhaps the editors needed to allow more time for their lungs to clear of burnt rubber.   The AMG E63 may win the long drive contest on the local driving range, but it can't even make it on the PGA Tour, let alone, compete for the US Open.   Bottom line, I happen to own a 911S that is, in fact, as quick and fast as an E63, assuming you know how to drive it. And, if you do, it will reward you in the other 99.5% of your miles far, far, far more than the single purpose AMG. In fact, so will my former Honda S2000. But, fortunately for AMG, there are a lot of prospective buyers with fat wallets and low IQ's. Replies to this message: powrbnz (Jul 02, 2007 11:56 pm) richardga73 (Aug 23, 2007 6:25 pm) unbiased1 (Feb 02, 2008 7:57 pm) rockypaul (Feb 04, 2008 9:32 am)
#3 of 6 Re: Article Comments - 2007 Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG Follow-Up Test [habitat1] by powrbnz Jul 02, 2007 (11:56 pm)
Replying to: habitat1 (Jun 19, 2007 5:09 am) How can one even compare an S2000 to a Mercedes?   I own both a Mercedes E500 and a Bimmer 545i. They are two different creatures. The E500 is the logical choice for a classy night out or a long haul. The 545i is a lot more fun to drive with it's razor-sharp steering and curv-hugging capabilities.   I haven't driven the E63 AMG, but if you want power AND luxury, I'm sure this car delivers. However, I'd rather stick with my 545i, which has albeit less power, but is still fun to drive at probably half the maintenance costs. It is probably more agile as well. The Mercedes is a classier car, however.   It all boil downs to what you want most from a car. Replies to this message: richardga73 (Aug 23, 2007 6:25 pm)
#4 of 6 Re: Article Comments - 2007 Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG Follow-Up Test [powrbnz] by richardga73 Aug 23, 2007 (6:25 pm)
Replying to: powrbnz (Jul 02, 2007 11:56 pm) Powerbenz, you are the man I want to talk to. I have a 2006 E class. I personally agree with you about the classiness and looks of the E and yet I wish it had a little more soul in the handling department. How about a comparo more in depth. Is your 545 a sprt? Thanks
#5 of 6 Re: Article Comments - 2007 Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG Follow-Up Test [habitat1] by unbiased1 Feb 02, 2008 (7:57 pm)
Replying to: habitat1 (Jun 19, 2007 5:09 am) You my friend have no clue. I joined this forum just to reply to your rediculous post. Background: I love 911's - I have had owned no less than 15 in total from 3 early 911 S's; 67, 70 and 73 to my last which is a 1997 993 turbo. If you think your 911S is fast I know of at least 500 Spec Miata SCCA racers that could beat your lap time on any track in the US. I do currently own an E63 wagon, as well as several other high performance street and track cars. I did not buy the E63 to stop light race the likes of you; but if I did it would ceratinly blow the doors of your Porsche. The Mercedes does it all - And I mean all. Your 911 is noisey, handles terribly, oversteers, probably leaks oil, requires high maintenance, Etc. If you only drive it once a month you probaly appreciate it. If you drive it every day - If it is your daily driver I feel sorry for you. Replies to this message: rockypaul (Feb 04, 2008 9:32 am)
#6 of 6 Re: Article Comments - 2007 Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG Follow-Up Test [unbiased1] by rockypaul Feb 04, 2008 (9:32 am)
Replying to: unbiased1 (Feb 02, 2008 7:57 pm) The E-63 was beyond requirements for a station wagon.   I ordered an E-350 4-Matic wagon several months before the '07 model year was announced and before the E-63 was a dream.   Does the E-63 have the 4-Matic drive train?   It's a must have for us.   Thanks.

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