New S Class E63

[Jensen]

I saw one of these yesterday and passed it, admitidly it was in a que. The new S class has grown on me, I wasn't impressed at first but now I like it.
Couldn't help thinking that having this type of engine in an S class didn't quite go. My image of the S class is an executive car built for quality, luxury driving - not to be driven like a sports car!!

 

[stumpy]

I saw one of these yesterday and passed it, admitidly it was in a que. The new S class has grown on me, I wasn't impressed at first but now I like it.
Couldn't help thinking that having this type of engine in an S class didn't quite go. My image of the S class is an executive car built for quality, luxury driving - not to be driven like a sports car!!

I quite like the idea of that engine in the S, but the styling to me looks a rite mess. The standard car but with the 20's and the AMG body package looks much better.

 

[100%Bitch]

Wouldn't that make it an S63 not an S Class E63?

 

[Blobcat]

Wouldn't that make it an S63 not an S Class E63?

Yes.......

 

[jibcl500]

Agree the new S is much nicer than the old one, the old S was characterless and very drab. Sorry if you own one!!!!

jib

 

[JEZ.S320L]

Agree the new S is much nicer than the old one, the old S was characterless and very drab. Sorry if you own one!!!!

jib

I do - and I disagree with you. Quiet, effortless motorway cruising. Superb ride - and with more than enough spare 'ummmph' when needed.

 

[100%Bitch]

I do - and I disagree with you. Quiet, effortless motorway cruising. Superb ride - and with more than enough spare 'ummmph' when needed.

Yours isn't the old one, it's the very old one.

 

[JEZ.S320L]

Yours isn't the old one, it's the very old one.

Sorry - I was getting paranoid when reference was made to the 'old one'.

In which case - are you saying that the very old one was better than the old one? And that the old one isn't as good as the new one?

So - how does the very old one compare with the new one?

Clue - a one-line answer such as 'It doesn't', means instant disqualification..!!

Me 'ead 'urts

 

[jibcl500]

No the W140 in my mind is one of the best MB ever, its the one after that thats drab and boring.

jib

 

[JEZ.S320L]

No the W140 in my mind is one of the best MB ever, its the one after that thats drab and boring.

jib

Thanks - I owe you a pint :lol: You made me feel good.

Afterall, when I was deciding which to buy - it was this Forum that pointed me in the direction of the W140. Cheers Guys & Guyesses.!

And you were all 'bob-on' - an amazing vehicle.

p.s. My ML still has 1st place in my heart - I really look forward to going home and taking it out for a spin - especially with the flash-floods we had last weekend

2 totally different vehicles - for 2 totally different jobs.

 

[jibcl500]

Dont forget I drive the W140 Coupe S500 or CL500 or C140 and love it, the W140 will be a future classic especially the coupe but I might have to wait 25 years to see a return.

jib

 

[stumpy]

The 220 S class I find a better drive than the 221. Looks more svelte too and mine in silver with 18's get many a glance. Mind you, I have ticked the 20 inch alloy box for the new one.......just don't tell Hawk ......ssshhhhh

 

[Blobcat]

The 220 S class I find a better drive than the 221. Looks more svelte too and mine in silver with 18's get many a glance. Mind you, I have ticked the 20 inch alloy box for the new one.......just don't tell Hawk ......ssshhhhh

I'm still not sure of the nova wheel arches and BM afterthought stuck on boot.
I was parked besides one the other day andI know I'm biased but it didn't look anything like as stylish & finished off as mine.

 

[Qcut]

I love the new S Class. It is critically acclaimed too - I seem to remember one mag calling it the best saloon car in the world. I would add though, that it looks better in some colours than others, particularly with those flared wheel arches. Black is good but then it looks a bit like a Merchant Banker's staff car. Silver is v nice, also dark blue. Don't think it works in the grey. An S500 for me and I'm happy.

 

[stumpy]

The new one is very nice but not significantly better than the old one. In some areas it is obviously better, but the old one really is a stonking car. As for colour - I like silver and black. Agreed that the black on the S is a bit gangsta (especially with the 20's) but I do like it. It has to be silver for me though as I also do weddings as well as chauffeuring. I am a bit miffed about this however, because I think the pan roof on silver cars looks pants! And guess what, I've gone for pan roof too.....