Yep, I'd say the new ones are a total rip-off. Buy a used one and you will have the same fun. They are great cars but the power is waaaaay down when comparing the other 55 AMG's. The difference is huge. A CLk55 will put down around 290 RWHP and the other 55 AMG's put down around 400-430 RWHP. 110 - 140 RWHP is a huge difference in performance. I'd get the new E55.