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W210 or W211: Sorry, Silly Question?
My question is rather simple, and I feel I have the answer already, but I need confirmation of my choice.
I'm looking to get a E55 AMG, either a 2002 W210 or a 2003-2004 W211. Any thoughts on which one you'd get??? Sorry about this, but I have no where else to ask a group of experts like you all! Thanks so much David
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For me the 2002 W210 chassis would be the choice!
The W211 car has had way too many issues! Starting in 2007 that car would be acceptable
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Thanks..that what I thought..
Any other opinions? D
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W210 have proved to be better. The early W211'S have had mnay electrical issues. A great car except for the electronical issues. If you want a W211 I would recommend an 07 or newer. All the bugs have been worked out. Of the choices you said above. 2002 E55 AMG hands down.
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Also don't forget about the infamous SBS in the W211!
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2007 and newer E class cars no longer have SBS.
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Which one is right for you depends on the tradeoff between cost, reliability, and performance which you desire to achieve. The 210 chassis E55 is certainly a nice, reliable, quick car. It has roughly 350HP and 355lb-ft of torque. But it's no match for the supercharged 211 - it has 125 additional HP and (from fallible memory...) 516lb-ft of torque. It is a monster.
Just curious, since I don't keep track of such things. What is the current market price for a nice, late 210 E55 vs. an early 211? - JimY |
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