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Old 05-24-08, 10:12 AM
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Question M-benz Cls55 Amg Vs. Bmw M5??

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I currently have a GS 350 AWD and I am thinking about getting either a Benz CLS55 AMG or the BMW M5 they are both 2006, can you guys give me any suggestions about which car you guys think is better? I test drove the CLS a few days ago, and the only word that I can put on this car is amazing, the engine is really a piece of work and the acceleration is absolutely amazing, but some how it feels kind of scary because that car is so powerful. I have not yet get to try to drive a M5 yet but hopefully I would have the chance soon. For now please just give me some input thanks.

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Old 05-24-08, 10:30 AM
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Haven't been in the new M5 yet. But a couple owners I talked to said the SMG is not very smooth at all for daily driving.

The CLS rear seat leans heavily towards the unusable side. How important is the rear-seat room to you?

But if you get either... PLEASE oh PLEASE get an extended warranty when the factory one runs out.
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Old 05-24-08, 10:32 AM
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wait for the new transmission
the new tranny that the BMW just got, apparently, is very very good and should be put into the M5 soon
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You might want to check this thread. It's a 7pg discussion regarding those two exact cars. Fellow CL Member kyle3481 had the same dilemma of trying to choose between the two.

https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...ighlight=cls55
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i've never had problems with mine. the CLS55 is a great car. Back seat is only good for 2 people and rear seat room is average.
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Old 05-24-08, 10:49 AM
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IMO, no "better" car, just one might fit your needs better. CLS 55 is an off the line monster, beautiful (IMO) to look at, quite a statement vehicle. Interior is done well but it is small due to style.

M5 is more involving, more tech, more complicated beast. Not a fan of the looks, the interior is much more spacious and the interior is hit or miss according to your tastes. V-10 in a sedan makes me tingle.

Tough decision!
 
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i thought you ordered an M3 a while back
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Originally Posted by pbm317
i thought you ordered an M3 a while back
+1, you can't go wrong with either car...
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