should i trade my mercedes for a lexus isf?
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I been driving a mercedes 2014 cls550 mercedes for a few months now, should I trade in my car for a 2008-14 lexus isf? a 2008 model with 100k would be less if i trade it in. A 2014 would cost more.
would my insurance go down?
would my insurance go down?
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I've never driven a CLS550 but I have a friend with one. My wife was crazy for me to get that car. It's a very classy looking car. But I made it clear the ISF is what I feel comfortable in and it's more me, so to speak. The little I looked into the CLS550 their pretty stout cars, not to be underestimated. I think it makes more hp/ torque than the F. It is much heavier than the F, which in theory should make the F feel more nimble. The Germans definitely got the upper hand in terms of modding and tunning. But these two cars are in a different playing field. You'll end up loosing a lot of your luxury creature comforts that come with your type of car. We have a GLK350 (the wife's) her car has access to change so many features through the steering wheel. Which you can view through the odometer digital screen. I was amazed! Even the damn stock sound system has various intricate controls. Here I thought bass mid treble was everything that was needed. In terms of maintenance, you'll definitely be saving a lot of money with the F. The F isn't a real needy car when it comes to having it run properly. It's very reasonable at best! Insurance should be less if I'm not mistaken.
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The CLS550 and ISF aren't really comparable in my opinion.... the C63 is a more direct competitor to the F.
If you are looking for something smaller, sportier, not so luxurious, then perhaps the F is a good move for you. We recently worked on a CLS63 AMG and it was BIG, super smooth, and very luxurious. A very different feel compared to the ISF.
If you are looking for something smaller, sportier, not so luxurious, then perhaps the F is a good move for you. We recently worked on a CLS63 AMG and it was BIG, super smooth, and very luxurious. A very different feel compared to the ISF.
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As you know insurance varies from person to person considering all kinds of variables. I would assume, however, your insurance would be similar to what you're paying right now. Anyways, to answers your question - yes. Yes, you should trade for an ISF. I'm sure you'll be happier what the money you save on basic maintenance as well. Not to mention the car is just bad a$$ and IMO looks better. Good luck!
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In general way, no you shouldn't trade it in unless you are going to track the car. You will feel every bumps on the imperfect road than in a mercedes on the ride. I would assume most of ppl here would tell to trade it with F, you are in a ISF forum however. In my opinion, if you plan to keep the car I would trade it for reliability concerns. I have family and friends who owns mercedes and their annual maintenance cost is from $4k to $6k after their 50k mileage factor warranty.
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In general way, no you shouldn't trade it in unless you are going to track the car. You will feel every bumps on the imperfect road than in a mercedes on the ride. I would assume most of ppl here would tell to trade it with F, you are in a ISF forum however. In my opinion, if you plan to keep the car I would trade it for reliability concerns. I have family and friends who owns mercedes and their annual maintenance cost is from $4k to $6k after their 50k mileage factor warranty.
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Regular CLS550 makes low 400hp/440tq. The AMG makes 577hp/590tq. I'm pretty sure I got rocked by a run of the mill CLS550 last year, but I'll pretend it was the AMG to feel better.
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Thats a tough choice.. I love the CLS550.. That engine is powerful and sounds great.. Very nice looking car too..
I'd only make the switch if you are worried about reliability.
-Josh
I'd only make the switch if you are worried about reliability.
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i havent drove one yet but i watched videos of it. I would be losing a lot on my down payment for a trade in. As far as maintenance goes I spent alot on oil and other changes already. No warranty over 60k. I am tired of the eco button every time I drive I need to push the sport mode. maybe the isf doesnt have this? I dont exactly need a lot of luxury.