2013 LS 460 vs. Mercedes S550
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2013 LS 460 vs. Mercedes S550
My pops is in the middle of a touch (but good) decision. He is considering the LS460 but really likes the S550.
He has owned 2 LS's in the past and bought one of the first ones to ever come to Hawaii.
Our family has never owned anything european but a lot of posters here seem to have either owned/leased BMW's Audi's and Merc's.
Can some of you point out the pro's and con's of the 2 choices?
He has owned 2 LS's in the past and bought one of the first ones to ever come to Hawaii.
Our family has never owned anything european but a lot of posters here seem to have either owned/leased BMW's Audi's and Merc's.
Can some of you point out the pro's and con's of the 2 choices?
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The S550 is really hot, esp with sport package but old people usually like a smoother ride so that may not be advisable. The S550 is also quite a bit bigger than the LS and longwheelbase LS. I'd get one if money was no object.
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The S is more car, but is it $30,000 more car is the question. I personally don't think so.
Has he looked at an Audi A8?
After two LS'es I'd want something different.
Has he looked at an Audi A8?
After two LS'es I'd want something different.
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just like the other poster said if he's going to keep the car for a long time go with the LS460. With S550 one must get an extended warranty. I drove a 2008 S550 for two months and got a good feel for the car. I liked how it looked, how fast it went and how mean it sounded. However I didn't like the navigation system. Coming from a Ls430 the joystick that controls everything didn't do it for me. It's kinda a PITA to use really. Also not a big fan of the shifter that is located on the steering column. Other then that it's a great looking car.
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read my review on the s550 (and i had a ls460l before)
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/car...07-ls460l.html
if he keeps the car for a few yrs and change, then it's ok. but i am not sure if i would want to keep the s550 for too long. s550 is dirt cheap now, they are trying to unload everything before the new car is here. on paper it is more expensive (msrp), but if you find the right dealership, they are discounting the s550 so much it won't be too much more from a similarly equipped ls460l.
but still, two cars are pretty different. read my review and you will know
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/car...07-ls460l.html
if he keeps the car for a few yrs and change, then it's ok. but i am not sure if i would want to keep the s550 for too long. s550 is dirt cheap now, they are trying to unload everything before the new car is here. on paper it is more expensive (msrp), but if you find the right dealership, they are discounting the s550 so much it won't be too much more from a similarly equipped ls460l.
but still, two cars are pretty different. read my review and you will know
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read my review on the s550 (and i had a ls460l before)
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/car...07-ls460l.html
if he keeps the car for a few yrs and change, then it's ok. but i am not sure if i would want to keep the s550 for too long. s550 is dirt cheap now, they are trying to unload everything before the new car is here. on paper it is more expensive (msrp), but if you find the right dealership, they are discounting the s550 so much it won't be too much more from a similarly equipped ls460l.
but still, two cars are pretty different. read my review and you will know
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/car...07-ls460l.html
if he keeps the car for a few yrs and change, then it's ok. but i am not sure if i would want to keep the s550 for too long. s550 is dirt cheap now, they are trying to unload everything before the new car is here. on paper it is more expensive (msrp), but if you find the right dealership, they are discounting the s550 so much it won't be too much more from a similarly equipped ls460l.
but still, two cars are pretty different. read my review and you will know
I'm going to test drive both of them too and pretend I can afford it bwaha.
Both Lexus and MB have themselves a monopoly here in Hawaii so discounts are at the mercy of the dealers for the most part. The MB he looked at is coming it right above $90k and the LS right around $75. A lot more stuff with the LS at the price too.
We have about 1-2 months before the shipment of LS's come in to decide. Looking at White with Grey interior. Can't be any more old asian man than that.
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The Benz is obviously more money but you have a lot more options. The ride quality is great along with the exterior styling, I would say much better than the Ls although the Ls is stepping up. The Benz feels more throttle responsive which is always fun, and the handling on the Benz gives you the feeling of being better connected to the road, the Ls just seems a little too smooth but some people like that.. Have never had any issues and I wouldn't expect any no matter which car you get. Both are wonderful cars to have.
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I've said this before, I have always wanted to like a Mercedes, but when I sit in one and drive one...I just don't.