patently Posted February 11, 2019 Report Share Posted February 11, 2019 Hi, it's me. Long time no post and all that. Sorry, been busy. Anyway, anyone remember a few years back when I asked if I was mad to think about getting a used Cayenne GTS? You know, the thread where I ended up getting a brand new one, after applying ridiculous levels of man maths? Well, the GTS has been absolutely lovely, but I've just had a rather tempting offer for it, coincidentally just after buying a rather special Defender. So my mind is saying that the Defender can take over the 4x4 and towing duties of the Cayenne and I can slot a nice road car in its place. But what to get? Now, I tested an E63 AMG some years ago, and liked everything about it apart from the price and a lingering suspicion that it would depreciate like a brick. So obviously the same logic now says to buy one that has depreciated. Early ones are £15k at independent dealers and from about £30k at main dealers. Anyone have an in-depth knowledge of the E-class AMG cars that they would liek to illuminate me with? Any particular model years/options etc to go for or avoid? And don't all just say "why not get a new one, the interior is much nicer". That's not happening. No. Definitely not. Not this time. I know, I know, this time is different. (£11k, V8, over 500hp ) Or any other suggestions? An M5 is tempting but I hear horror stories of used E60s, E39 seems to be classics now and priced accordingly, and F10s are a bit on the expensive side? 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rachel Posted February 12, 2019 Report Share Posted February 12, 2019 Try and see if you can afford the turbo'd 5.5l V8, and AWD - but I suspect the latter might still be in the depreciation curve above where you want to pay... Pre-2010/2011 6.2l V8 cars, like the C63's had potential head bolt failures - so if looking at one of those check the head bolts have been replaced (otherwise put a bucketload of money aside to do them). the 5.5l engine is legandary - so I'd say go for one. :-) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruiser647 Posted February 13, 2019 Report Share Posted February 13, 2019 Ooooh!!! A proper Thunder Wagon! Just 2 words for you sir... 'Do it!'. Many red ones about? Or should that be, any red ones about? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CarMad Posted February 13, 2019 Report Share Posted February 13, 2019 Mmmmm interesting. If you just want a fast way to get in and out of work then the AMG or an M5 would be perfect. As for which one I guess that depends on the budget you want to push to. I've decided to keep my car for longer as I can't be bothered on spending more to get more or less the same this time. You could always look at the M3 V8 as an alternative or try and get a 4 door maybe? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruiser647 Posted February 20, 2019 Report Share Posted February 20, 2019 And?????? Well? Did you do it???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patently Posted March 13, 2019 Author Report Share Posted March 13, 2019 Still working on it! Have been insanely busy and the Defender has been playing me around, it needs a little more work to get it running just-so. Am also veering towards an F10 M5 after my family all looked at me in utter horror at the prospect of me getting a Mercedes. Master P suggested he might not get in and that I was nothing like old enough... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruiser647 Posted March 14, 2019 Report Share Posted March 14, 2019 Oooh, won't be an estate though? If bothered... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patently Posted May 11, 2019 Author Report Share Posted May 11, 2019 Right! The Defender is working OK (*touches wood*) so the Cayenne is now up for sale. Roll up, roll up, you all know you want 440hp of Porsche handling in a practical package... https://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201905117843755?advertising-location=at_cars Next step: bank the cash and hunt for an M5... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruiser647 Posted May 14, 2019 Report Share Posted May 14, 2019 M5 - with or without a towbar (just in case....) Are the M5s X-Drive or just RWD these days? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patently Posted May 14, 2019 Author Report Share Posted May 14, 2019 No towbar. Probably wouldn’t be wise. The current M5s are 4WD but I can’t afford them (yes, I know the interiors are lovely…). F10 would be the choice, which is RWD*. *LIKE IT SHOULD BE 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruiser647 Posted May 17, 2019 Report Share Posted May 17, 2019 I have just had a look at the F10 and newer model on Wiki - but I didn't get to check the interior of the newer one (F90?). The F10 looks fine though. Losing that horrid 'dispaly pod' thing for the i-drive screen in the V10 M5. It looks properly integrated now. Three power output choices! Man!!! Red one sir? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patently Posted May 17, 2019 Author Report Share Posted May 17, 2019 No, blue. Waved goodbye to the Cayenne this morning, just agreed on this one 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rachel Posted May 23, 2019 Report Share Posted May 23, 2019 Noice! What is the spec? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patently Posted May 23, 2019 Author Report Share Posted May 23, 2019 48 minutes ago, Rachel said: Noice! What is the spec? F10 M5 Saloon S63 4.4i LCI Monte Carlo Blue Metallic Black Extended Merino Leather Service Pack from 14/04/2016 to 13/04/2021 20" 343M light Double-spoke alloy wheels Steering wheel heating Reversing Assist camera Bootlid operation. Powered Climate Comfort windscreen Dark Ash wood interior trim M Multi-function seats. Front Split-folding rear seats Lumbar support. Driver and front pass. Surround-view Internet Loudspeaker system - harman/kardon surround M rear spoiler Speed limit display Active Security package Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rachel Posted May 23, 2019 Report Share Posted May 23, 2019 That is a sweet package. I hope you enjoy every mile with a smile! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patently Posted May 26, 2019 Author Report Share Posted May 26, 2019 Is mine now 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruiser647 Posted May 29, 2019 Report Share Posted May 29, 2019 Active Security Pack - do you let the big bouncer out of the boot and he patrols the car each time you stop? Surround View is good! Did Junior get the drive the Cayenne and will he get to drive the M? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patently Posted May 29, 2019 Author Report Share Posted May 29, 2019 4 hours ago, cruiser647 said: Active Security Pack - do you let the big bouncer out of the boot and he patrols the car each time you stop? Nah, it's stuff like lane departure warning, lane change warning, collision alerts and such. Am thinking of ripping it out and seeing if I can fit it to the Caterham. 4 hours ago, cruiser647 said: Did Junior get the drive the Cayenne and will he get to drive the M? He should wish Maybe in a while. A long while...! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruiser647 Posted June 4, 2019 Report Share Posted June 4, 2019 Mean dad! My A8 has the anti-collision (front) thing and it brakes for you after flashing up on the dash, if it thinks you are getting too close. I found out as someone was going right at some lights, I was going left and my car 'thought' I was a bit too close and braked a bit until they were out of scope and let the brakes off. Nice touch! Maybe Romain Grosjean can try out the anti-collision stuff first... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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