Article Comments - 2010 Mercedes-Benz E550 First Drive and Full Tests

17 messages, Last post on Oct 03, 2009 at 9:50 PM

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#9 of 17 Re: the best E-Class ever [jelmass] by aeggroup Sep 17, 2009 (10:53 am)
Replying to: jelmass (Sep 17, 2009 9:48 am) I drove it. Nothing's special compared to previous. Design is ugly, engine and transmission is the same, couple more gadgets inside. Total disaster. I feel sorry for MB salespeople who need to promote it and sell it to customers. Replies to this message: dhkhan (Sep 17, 2009 3:10 pm)
#10 of 17 Re: the best E-Class ever [aeggroup] by dhkhan Sep 17, 2009 (3:10 pm)
Replying to: aeggroup (Sep 17, 2009 10:53 am) It may be high quality and fun to drive, but looks like an Accord or Camry from the side or the back. MB could have done a better job with the styling.
#11 of 17 Re: the best E-Class ever [jelmass] by in_power2002 Sep 17, 2009 (4:08 pm)
Replying to: jelmass (Sep 17, 2009 9:48 am) Safety technology is awesome. Car is definitely nice for the driver. People buy these cars because they want to tell everyone, "Look at my Mercedes!" Uh, you don't get that with the 2010. Replies to this message: jelmass (Sep 18, 2009 11:00 am) carolinabob (Sep 27, 2009 6:22 am) jelmass (Sep 29, 2009 8:13 pm) and 2 more...
#12 of 17 Re: the best E-Class ever [in_power2002] by jelmass Sep 18, 2009 (11:00 am)
Replying to: in_power2002 (Sep 17, 2009 4:08 pm) Other cars I own: 2009 BMW x5, 2005 Jaguar, and a 1972 mercedes 280SE, 1989 S- class People I know have praised the 2010 E-class and so far have an excellent curb appeal. Driving it it has the same Mercedes spirit of my 1972 280SE. It is a matter of opinion. I am highly satisfied with my purchase. the current market conditions have helped me get a good deal on it too. Replies to this message: carolinabob (Sep 27, 2009 6:22 am) jelmass (Sep 29, 2009 8:13 pm) carolinabob (Sep 30, 2009 5:01 am) and 1 more...
#13 of 17 Re: the best E-Class ever [jelmass] by carolinabob Sep 27, 2009 (6:22 am)
Replying to: jelmass (Sep 18, 2009 11:00 am) I was offered 10 K off on a 2009 E class. Did not bite. Now I am very seriously looking at the 2010. More & better technology and safety, better styling (inside and out) and better MSRP pricing compared to 2009. Much improved over the last generation. Replies to this message: jelmass (Sep 29, 2009 8:13 pm) carolinabob (Sep 30, 2009 5:01 am) in_power2002 (Oct 03, 2009 9:50 pm)
#14 of 17 Re: the best E-Class ever [carolinabob] by jelmass Sep 29, 2009 (8:13 pm)
Replying to: carolinabob (Sep 27, 2009 6:22 am) Go for the 2010 car, much better. Very solid car. Check if you qualify for a fleet discount (if you work for a company that has discount from Mercedes) Replies to this message: carolinabob (Sep 30, 2009 5:01 am) in_power2002 (Oct 03, 2009 9:50 pm)
#15 of 17 Re: the best E-Class ever [jelmass] by carolinabob Sep 30, 2009 (5:01 am)
Replying to: jelmass (Sep 29, 2009 8:13 pm) Actually I get a "fleet" discount through my insurance company. Seems that MB is giving this to a lot of organizations to "move the iron" as they used to say. Problem is finding a luxury model to test drive and then get one. Very few dealers order luxury models. Replies to this message: in_power2002 (Oct 03, 2009 9:50 pm)
#16 of 17 Re: the best E-Class ever [carolinabob] by in_power2002 Oct 03, 2009 (9:50 pm)
Replying to: carolinabob (Sep 30, 2009 5:01 am) Wondering if you've picked up the 2010 E? I'm actually thinking about driving the 2010 V8 Genesis because my 2009 E350 is just ho-hum. I should have looked at the E550. From shopping for the Mercedes, I'm now getting all the junk advertisement email from Mercedes dealers about weekly specials, etc. I'm surprised that I'm seeing advertised prices for everyone coming in lower than USAA pricing.