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Old 03-08-06, 04:30 PM
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Default S550 or LS460 or keep my GS430

Hey guys I could really use some help here. I currently own a 06 GS430. I am trying to decide if I'm going to keep it or get the new LS or new S Class Benz. I am only 26 currently a Commercial realestate broker. I don't want to look like a total old guy but the new LS and Sclass are so SWEET!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Which of the three? Should I just keep the GS 430?
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Old 03-08-06, 04:41 PM
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S class is nice....i have to admit that i also have been at a benz dealer looking at a CLS....

Maybe there will be 2 slightly used MATADOR RED GS's on the market soon.
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Old 03-08-06, 04:43 PM
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hm...will you be adding rims to the new LS or S class? Just asking cuz I don't think I see a lot of real estate agents slapping on rims because (imo) it shows to your older clients that you are still very young and may not take you seriously...i dunno... ....but if your a great real estate agent then why do you need a LS or S class...unless u think it will attract more buyers...
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keep the GS, but change the wheels
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Originally Posted by TLW
keep the GS, but change the wheels
Oh no..... ouch!
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Old 03-08-06, 04:48 PM
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there is nothing like the new S550 im drooling thinking about it now
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Originally Posted by GS4fun
Oh no..... ouch!

what ?? I like 5 star wheels His wheels are fine and i know he likes them ..speaking of wheels where are yours
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Are you willing to take a hit like that on the GS by selling it already??

Guess I need to get into real estate!

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Originally Posted by Dx3
Are you willing to take a hit like that on the GS by selling it already??

Guess I need to get into real estate!

Jonny
that dudes looking at an S550... I dont think the hit is going to bother him that much.
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Ls460 my choice....
Much better and faster than the GS too...
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Originally Posted by TLW
what ?? I like 5 star wheels His wheels are fine and i know he likes them ..speaking of wheels where are yours
What do you think looks good on a CLS 500?
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For me it would be LS460 in black.

I am considering getting one too, but not in at least 3 years. Partly because of the
financial hit, but also because I want them to work out the BUGS first. This is the
first model year for both the LS and the S, so I will pass for now.

I also think that the flagships are too old for someone younger than 35, but that is a
different story.
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If your potential real estate buyers like Mercedes-Benz Service Departments then go with the 2007 S550. You'll be there a lot especially with a first year MB.
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Enjoy the GS for a couple of years. Get the LS after two model years to work out the kinks and to cool down the hype.

It seems that you're quite compulsive with getting spanking brand new car models out there. Just remember, when you buy a car, there will ALWAYS be something better, faster, and cheaper in a year or two. Enjoy the GS as you are already the envy of a lot of people out there. You have a great car -- don't cut yourself short of that fact.
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The GS 430 is gorgeous...

...the LS 460 will be the ultimate car. Not as sporty as the GS, but the most luxurious and refined car in the world.
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