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Old Nov 2, 2009 | 10:52 AM
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Originally Posted by Mike S
Is it really that bad? I love the looks, but I want typical german quality. This sounds like a DIY POS.
It's an Austrian Puch really...
I liked a lot the looks and mainly the sound and the relative rarity at the time,but after a while it's not enough specially if you really need SUV,the G55 is just totally out designed and out performed by its contemporaries
 
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^ Hugo, I think in order to help Mike make his decision you should post more pics of your CTR I know it has no relevance but god I love that car.

Found this review for you Mike, pretty much reiterates what the guys have been saying here.
 
Old Nov 3, 2009 | 12:26 AM
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Originally Posted by MeanMachine
Its very durable mike but its a rough ride, much stiffer than the SLK55 i've got honestly. Just test drive one for a couple of days, drive it like you stole it and then order if you couldnt tolerate its ride stiffness then a change of plans.
Hi Mo, that is the unfortunate part. There are none available for test drives. There are only a handful in the country as it is.
 
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Originally Posted by hugo
It's an Austrian Puch really...
I liked a lot the looks and mainly the sound and the relative rarity at the time,but after a while it's not enough specially if you really need SUV,the G55 is just totally out designed and out performed by its contemporaries
Thanks hugo, I'll how flexible the options are. I am still pretty interested in getting one, even if it's to collect. I just love the looks
 
Old Nov 3, 2009 | 03:25 AM
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Woho! A G55!? Nice Mike! I guess at this point, I don't I need to stress the optionslist and the deliverypics?
 
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Not the newest report but still very good.

YouTube - Mercedes Benz G55 AMG Top Gear HD
 
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and one more in German with a good sound check.

YouTube - Mercedes G55 AMG (Motorvision - Folge 139)
 
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Originally Posted by Chris888
^ Hugo, I think in order to help Mike make his decision you should post more pics of your CTR I know it has no relevance but god I love that car.

Found this review for you Mike, pretty much reiterates what the guys have been saying here.
which one ?
 
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I have sold three G55's in the last few years. All were traded shortly after delivery due to the terrible stiff ride. You will need to change out the shocks/springs. Personally I never understood the desire to own a powerful engine in a vehicle that really does not handle or brake better then an ice cream truck... Admittedly it is a bad ass looking truck.
 



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