...Should I do it?

The AMG has 53,275 miles and is bone stock. My Cobra has 27,011 miles and is mildly modded.

They want around $45K for the Benz....is this a good price for this kind of mileage? It also says that warranty is available.

I am just growing tired of the rawness and brute force of my Cobra, but I don't want to leave the whole horsepower thing. I am not sure what to do!! HELP!

-Mike

 

Dude...PM ME!

 

so youre now youre looking for a bigger motor with more torque?

 

I doubt it has more torque than my Cobra...last dyno check I made 537 ft. lbs. of torque....the AMG is like a murderer dressed in a suit, it's power but not the kind that whacks you in the face with a 2x4. That and the build quality is MUCH better...I can't stand the Ford creaks and squeaks anymore. Thst and I've been eyeballing a E55 for a LONG time and now is the time to step up to the plate for me. I'm just bored with the Cobra.

-Mike

 

Be patient, don't buy an AMG that's out of warranty --- unless you're ready to pay the Mercedes tax. It's a very punitive tax, in warranty or out.

http://motors.search.ebay.com/search...rch&fpos=94024

 

Not if he knows a certain someone that can get him parts at 10% over cost and all the work done on the side.

 

warranty is a must for any amg.

i spent 3g's on my 03 clk55 between 50000mi (warranty ran out) and 63000mi(end of lease)

its a great car, my mom has one
http://mymbonline.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=851

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n05_Csi_3eE

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v9anxdJgIyk (this is not me driving , please save the reckless/stupid/ etc... comments, i dont give a ****, thank you)

 

Mike,

Im sure your torque number is on a modified Cobra, would not be fair to compare to a stock E55 then, which makes more RWTQ then a stock 03+ Cobra. Here are some modified RWHP and RWTQ numbers for you to peruse
http://www.dragtimes.com/Mercedes-Be...no-Sheets.html
FYI i cut my teeth learning to drag race on a 351w 92 notchback mustang so theres a bit of ford blood left in my veins When u step up to the E55, there no reason to lose that 2x4 to the face torque.

 

go for it.... I think you could find one for 50k with a lot less miles though... It's a lot of fun being the sleeper... I ran up against a modded C6 yesterday on the highway and pulled em by a few cars....

have you driven one yet?

 

Can we see some pics of your Cobra? I have never driven an 03-04 Cobra, but the E55 is a fun ride. I have a 95 supercharged mustang, and they are just totally different experiences. The E55 is pretty raw too, but in a much more refined way if that makes sense.

 

Do it. I love mine.

 

Sure! Here are a few. I have decided to sell this car but I don't have 100 posts to put it the for sale section....$30K and she's gone!

Some pics:













-Mike

 

Is this a good deal?

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/2005-...QQcmdZViewItem

 

Since it's a buy back car it may be a couple thousand too high.
Here's a recent sale:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/2005-...QQcmdZViewItem

I will say that the guy who runs Garnett (Ray?) is a straight shooter in my experience with him.

 

I just test drove an 04 AMG E55......OMFG! I want one NOW! I thought my Cobra pulled hard....NOT! I am now 100% officially in love with the AMG!!

-Mike