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Would you take this offer on a Mercedes CLS?

Old 06-23-17, 09:07 PM
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Good show. You can't fault MBZ with the CLS. In my opinion it's their nicest offering, while still giving some practicality. The way I look at it, you get what you pay for. These cars are crazy expensive when new, so they are going to be somewhat expensive when used. Hence people's reaction to your monthly payment. But it sounds like you worked out a good deal. Keep it stock, as MBZ knew what was best for this car (as all manufacturers do), you won't have to argue with the dealer on warranty repairs, you'll have much less trouble later down the road, and also increase resale value.
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Old 06-23-17, 09:26 PM
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car looks great, i think that's very good deal!

yes, tune it. mb and bmw bi-turbo v8 are quite something
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Old 06-24-17, 02:10 PM
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Thanks guys!! I haven't read much about the tuning for this car. I'll have to do some research on it. Wonder if it voids the warranty.
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Old 06-24-17, 09:09 PM
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Originally Posted by LS430FL
Thanks guys!! I haven't read much about the tuning for this car. I'll have to do some research on it. Wonder if it voids the warranty.
Often it does. With a German car, you are going to need every bit of that warranty. Don't risk it. Diamler-Benz's are elegant, timeless, classy, and rich. The brand is well respected and does massive testing and research on creating the ultimate combination of luxury, power, and style. Why mess with a force like that? Most people try, but ultimately end up looking foolish on the road. Respect your car, preserve it, and enjoy it for the longrun.
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Old 06-24-17, 10:11 PM
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Originally Posted by Fizzboy7
Often it does. With a German car, you are going to need every bit of that warranty. Don't risk it. Diamler-Benz's are elegant, timeless, classy, and rich. The brand is well respected and does massive testing and research on creating the ultimate combination of luxury, power, and style. Why mess with a force like that? Most people try, but ultimately end up looking foolish on the road. Respect your car, preserve it, and enjoy it for the longrun.
what fun is that?!?!? 😂😂😂😂
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Old 06-25-17, 07:04 AM
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Car is plenty fast enough. I would not flash tune it, and yes it will void any engine warranty work.
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if you care so much about warranty, quite a few dealers would do renntech flash and honor warranty still
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Old 06-27-17, 06:44 AM
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Yea, warranty is important especially since I just paid for an additional two years. If I get bored, I may ask Mercedes about the Renntech, but so far I am enjoying the 400 horsepower and twin turbo V8!
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Old 06-27-17, 05:34 PM
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Very nice acquisition Enjoy !!
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Old 06-28-17, 05:54 PM
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Originally Posted by Gojirra99
Very nice acquisition Enjoy !!
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