I just picked up a W211 E55 AMG yesterday, trading in an Evo IX MR. This is my first Mercedes, and the first automatic transmission car I've owned in 20 years (not counting wifey's cars).

After years of raw Japanese sports cars, I wanted something more refined and luxurious. I was still looking for something with strong performance, though. After riding in a friend's SL55 I fell in love with the engine. I really like the understated styling of the W211, thus E55 for me.

So far, I'm digging the torque, engine sound, and the interior. It'll take me some time to get used to the size, and the fact that I can't throw the E55 around like a big gokart.

Here's a pic:

 

sweet, enjoy the new whip. time for a stage 1 upgrade.

 

Congrats....what color is that?

 

I don't know MB's name for the color. Perhaps someone more knowledgable can chime in.

 

tectite grey?

 

looks like tecite

 

correct sir

Beautiful car... love the E55's, you will not miss the EVO

 

Very nice... congrats!

 

congrats! check out VRP tuning for parts...

 

this color looks so good in person , you need that front bumper carbon fiber lip ASAP with your color, it looks really clean

 

Did you consider a TT or any other cars?

I'm in the same position...and great deals can be had on an E55 now.

 

Congrats, looks nice!

 

why would you cross shop the e55 and 996tt?

just curious. i cross shopped many until i purchase an e63 and e60 m5 recently.

 

Tectite grey looks a lot darker here...but maybe looks a lot brighter under sunlight:

http://www.chicagomotorcars.com/show...-Benz-E55--AMG

 

What I wanted was something with not only strong performance, but also a soulful sounding engine, good level of refinement, and decent interior. I had a pretty eclectic list of cars to choose from, and did not limit myself to strict body style criteria. The 996 TT was not on that list (out of my budget), but I did consider E46 M3, 02+ 996 Carrera, and 987 Boxster S.