This is why I'm weird

"sm70- why not Duesenberg?" (sm70-whynotduesenberg) 11/13/2016 at 16:38 • Filed to: None

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Most people look at this and think “Affluent soccer mom.” Most Oppos look at this and think, “Poser soccer mom paying too much for her repair bills who should’ve bought an XJ Cherokee.” I look at this and think, “Yes, !!!error: Indecipherable SUB-paragraph formatting!!! , it would make a good DD for me, a person without spouse or children.”

fhrblig > sm70- why not Duesenberg? 11/13/2016 at 16:46

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That’s OK, if I ever win the lottery I’m buying one for my partner. I know it’s exactly what he wants in a car. Of course, then I’d be stuck driving it most of the time because he hates driving.

bob and john > sm70- why not Duesenberg? 11/13/2016 at 16:48

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how is this a good DD other then the fact thats its comfortable?

JQJ213- Now With An Extra Cylinder! > sm70- why not Duesenberg? 11/13/2016 at 16:48

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You’re talking to the single 18 year old who plans on buying a V8 XC90 next... So I’m right there with you

deprecated account > sm70- why not Duesenberg? 11/13/2016 at 16:50

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Same. I’ve found an extremely tempting older ML55 for $7k on craigslist.

sm70- why not Duesenberg? > bob and john 11/13/2016 at 16:50

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It isn’t.

A good daily driver is small, reliable, and economical. None of those are characteristics which I look for in a car.

Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo > sm70- why not Duesenberg? 11/13/2016 at 16:50

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This is oppo, not FP. We support your freedom of having tastes that we may not agree with!

sm70- why not Duesenberg? > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 11/13/2016 at 16:53

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And think how well this thing will blend in outside of whole foods!

Gripevo1 > deprecated account 11/13/2016 at 16:54

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Have you driven one? Those older ML’s drive like shit IMO. The newer ones are pretty decent though.

Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo > sm70- why not Duesenberg? 11/13/2016 at 16:54

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I reserve the right to not support your patronage of Whole Foods, you bastard.

beardsbynelly - Rikerbeard > sm70- why not Duesenberg? 11/13/2016 at 16:55

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disagree on the small and economical part.
My best daily would be a wagon or ute, and I’d put comfort over economy right now so I’m torn between a Stagea or a XR6 Turbo ute. I’ve got a couple of months to pick one.

Monkey B > sm70- why not Duesenberg? 11/13/2016 at 16:56

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a good DD is one you are happy to drive everyday, not what someone suggests it should be.

sm70- why not Duesenberg? > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 11/13/2016 at 16:56

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Dr. Zoidberg, eat a gluten free vegan all-natural free range snickers. You’re not you when you’re hungry.

Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo > sm70- why not Duesenberg? 11/13/2016 at 16:56

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NO

G_Body_Man: Sponsored by the number 3 > sm70- why not Duesenberg? 11/13/2016 at 16:57

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X164s are usually fantastic buys. This one is a bit hit and miss because it’s an 08 with under 80k on it, so it may have balance shaft issues. Beyond 80k they’re usually good. If the engine serial number is bigger than 2739..30 088611 you’re in the clear, or if it’s been fixed you’re in the clear. I’d probably aim for one with 90k+ miles and recently replaced air suspension, but I’m rather risk-averse. They drive very smoothly, are incredibly comfortable, and have better visibility than most people expect given the rising window lines.

sm70- why not Duesenberg? > Monkey B 11/13/2016 at 16:58

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Hear, hear!

DipodomysDeserti > sm70- why not Duesenberg? 11/13/2016 at 16:58

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That doesn’t make you weird. 90% of the people driving these thibgs are single without children.

My citroen won't start > sm70- why not Duesenberg? 11/13/2016 at 16:59

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This is exactly how I feel.

-Single 26 year old man who owns 3 cars.

Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo > Monkey B 11/13/2016 at 17:00

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Well said

sm70- why not Duesenberg? > DipodomysDeserti 11/13/2016 at 17:01

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The three people who I know off hand that have these things all fall into that first category.

DipodomysDeserti > sm70- why not Duesenberg? 11/13/2016 at 17:08

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I mostly see old ladies in Scottsdale driving these. Or sorority girls.

Honeybunchesofgoats > sm70- why not Duesenberg? 11/13/2016 at 17:19

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GLs are cars I’d be really very happy to own, but not willing to pay any amount of people currency dollars to do so.

Now a GLK, on the other hand? That I want badly.

Frenchlicker > sm70- why not Duesenberg? 11/13/2016 at 17:30

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I want a minivan and it’s only me and my dogs. Your option more sensible. Plus one of my favorite Mercedes ever is the R class.

Jordan and the Slowrunner, Boomer Intensifies > sm70- why not Duesenberg? 11/13/2016 at 18:00

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Bullshit. A good daily driver would be basically a tank. Because having the comfort to give absolutely no fucks about people being stupid around you is an expense worth paying for.

sm70- why not Duesenberg? > Jordan and the Slowrunner, Boomer Intensifies 11/13/2016 at 18:04

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That’s why I like this thing. It’s a luxury tank.

sm70- why not Duesenberg? > Honeybunchesofgoats 11/13/2016 at 18:08

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House across the street from me has a white one. they’re OK but I would prefer a GLC.

Spasoje > sm70- why not Duesenberg? 11/13/2016 at 18:15

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Not weird at all! GLs are bad-ass, I’d totally DD one.

deprecated account > Gripevo1 11/13/2016 at 18:56

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I drive a ‘95 4Runner. That thing may as well be a Zonda.

AMGtech - now with more recalls! > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 11/13/2016 at 19:53

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New seasons? Zupan’s?

Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo > AMGtech - now with more recalls! 11/13/2016 at 19:54

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I don’t know what those are.

sm70- why not Duesenberg? > G_Body_Man: Sponsored by the number 3 11/13/2016 at 19:57

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You seem very familiar with them. I remember that new FP author’s article about why you should FOR THE LOVE OF GOD NEVER buy an ‘07 S550, or presumably any other ‘07 XYZ550.

AMGtech - now with more recalls! > Gripevo1 11/13/2016 at 19:59

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They drive like trucks, because they are. 55's are different animals though.

AMGtech - now with more recalls! > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 11/13/2016 at 20:01

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Oh 

They’re like whole foods, but they’re local and smaller. I assumed if I have them you would too.

G_Body_Man: Sponsored by the number 3 > sm70- why not Duesenberg? 11/13/2016 at 20:05

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Interestingly enough, 06-07 Mercedes MLs are fine because they use the older 5 litre V8 as opposed to the 4.7L or 5.5L V8s found in the GL. The MLs are also slightly more compact, cheaper, and are a bit quicker. I’d go for a 2007 Mercedes ML500 with as many options as you can afford in terms of a commuter Merc SUV. My best friend’s family has had 3 W164 MLs, and each has been rather reliable and comfortable, with the V8s being fast. They use them for hauling transport truck parts and whatnot while still being commuters, so they do put them to the test.

Gripevo1 > AMGtech - now with more recalls! 11/13/2016 at 20:46

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Idk man, ive driven loads of very capable off road stuff that have better road manners than old ML’s. Driven plenty of old ML55's and they also drove awfully(although they are reasonably quick). Zero steering feel, soft brakes and sluggish drivetrain. Awful interior design and materials. Mercedes at its worst(well, maybe tied with the C class from the same gen).

Gripevo1 > deprecated account 11/13/2016 at 20:50

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In straight line speed, yes. In everything else...eh

AMGtech - now with more recalls! > Gripevo1 11/14/2016 at 02:41

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Interesting. I mean yeah, steering feel and brakes don’t exactly provide feedback, and the trans is lazy, but it all works well and they handle bumps well and are generally comfortable. A lot of people love these things. compared to any rover, jeep, or domestic truck I’ve driven from the same time period the ML is way better. Maybe not at everything all the time, but overall for sure. Interior is definitely on the cheap side, but facelifted ones are a huge improvement.

Tapas > Honeybunchesofgoats 11/14/2016 at 07:01

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I don’t like this version of the GLK.

Its styling cues have been taken from larger boxy/macho SUVs but the design decision to make it shrink-to-fit-smaller-CUV-size gives it very odd and unappealing proportions IMHO

Manwich - now Keto-Friendly > sm70- why not Duesenberg? 11/14/2016 at 13:59

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You’re so weird! Obviously you would be much happier in an International Scout!!!

sm70- why not Duesenberg? > Manwich - now Keto-Friendly 11/14/2016 at 14:31

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I do love the Scout. It could fill in weekend duties.